The writer died last year after a fall in her home.

The hit show is based on the best-selling novel written by Jilly Cooper.

The 48-year-old stars in the upcoming second series of Dame Jilly Cooper’s bonkbuster Rivals, reprising his role as business man Freddie Jones.

Atack and Hassell were among the celebrities gathered at the Soho Hotel in London for the star-studded event.

The author’s friends and family are expected to attend a service at Southwark Cathedral.

Stars of the show Stephen Graham, Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty are longlisted in the drama performance category.

The 47-year-old received the gong at the Broadcasting Press Guild Awards ceremony in London on Thursday.