IAN WRIGHT paid a heartwarming tribute to his son Bradley Wright-Phillips after they were reunited for the first time in more than a year.
The pair were handed the chance to reconnect after heading to New York as for the World Cup.
Ian Wright hugged Bradley Wright-Phillips after being reunited Credit: ITV
They had not seen each other in more than a year Credit: ITV
"It's just brilliant to see him here" ❤️
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Ian Wright and son, Bradley Wright-Phillips, together in NYC! pic.twitter.com/NmaH3a8GBs
And Wright, 62, got emotional when he joined Wright-Phillips and presenter live on air.
The Arsenal legend hugged the New York Red Bulls icon before singing his praises.
Wright, who has been with Alan Shearer, said: “Look at you, son. It’s amazing. I love you, bro.
“I’m so pleased for him. I’m so pleased to be here. I can’t stop smiling. Gary Neville’s over there saying, ‘Look at your son, he’s amazing’.
“It’s just brilliant to see him here, with everything that’s happened to him and how it worked out for him to actually get here.
“From Manchester City to Southampton to Plymouth to Charlton to Brentford, then to come here.”
Wright then revealed two-time Premier League title winner played a key role in getting Wright-Phillips, 41, settled in the Big Apple after linking up with MLS side New York Red Bulls.
The ex-striker added: “I remember Thierry was talking to me about when Bradley got here and was still trying to find his feet.
Wright praised his son while live on air Credit: ITV
“Thierry kind of helped him. Obviously, for him to get to where he’s got to, the pride, even just listening to him speak so wonderfully there.
“It’s just beautiful. And he’s a lot more handsome than me.”
Wright-Phillips, who previously insisted he , admitted it had been more than 12 months since last seeing Wright.
He became a journeyman in the EFL before heading Stateside and netting 126 goals for New York Red Bulls.
The former talent also had spells with LAFC and Columbus Crew in the MLS.
But his lack of Premier League action resulted in becoming Wright’s lesser-known son, after Shaun Wright-Phillips forged a successful career on home soil.
The lightning-quick winger bagged the title with Chelsea and also got his hands on the FA Cup and Carabao Cup before hanging up his boots.
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