News about Lenny Henry

When Lenny Henry shot the latest Netflix series Missing You with co-star Rosalind Eleazar and Top Boy actor Ashley Walters, he displayed his trim physique. In the forthcoming series, based on thriller writer Harlan Coben's book of the same name, the actor and comedian, 65, who co-hosted Red Nose Day for the final time after 39 years at the helm earlier this month, is set to appear. Kat Donovan, a journalist, is whose life is turned upside down after her fiancé Josh resurfaces on a dating app that has been missing for 15 years, at the same time her father's murderer makes a shocking confession.

In what will be Lenny Henry's last year, the presenter and podcast host, 37, from South Shields, will appear on the BBC charity telethon this evening. Rosie, who began her career in entertainment as a blue coat at Pontins and who participated in amateur dramatics in her youth, didn't have success in the field for many years. Rosie's star has continued to rise after launching Sh*gged, Married, Annoyed in 2019 with her comedian husband Chris, and she's now being offered solo gigs without her comedy partner.

After almost four decades at the helm, Sir Lenny Henry is gearing up for his last stint as the host of Red Nose Day. The comedian and actor, 65, co-founded Comic Relief in 1985 with Love Actually screenwriter Richard Curtis, and will continue to serve as life president. Lenny will host his last show of the BBC night of entertainment and fundraising on Friday.

After more than two decades of hosting the event, Lenny Henry is expected to resign from his Comic Relief presenting position. The comedian appeared on The One Show ahead of his final Comic Relief telethon before heading to The Arlington restaurant with his partner Lisa Makin. But who is his theatre mogul partner that has stood by his side for the last twelve years?

Maya Jama arrived in Manchester on Thursday in a low-key fashion ahead of her Comic Relief stint. The Love Island host, 29, will co-present the charity night with Lenny Henry, 61, as well as Matt Baker, Zoe Ball, Davina McCall, and Paddy McGuinness. Maya wore black hoodie and matching jogging bottoms, shielding her face with oversized sunglasses.

The cast of spoof comedy W1A have reunited for a Red Nose Day Sketch to look for Lenny Henry's replacement. Hugh Bonneville, Monica Dolan, and Jessica Hynes appeared in a comedic new clip released on Wednesday. 'Operation Find the next Lenny Henry is on,' Huhg, who starred Ian Fletcher, opened the clip as a spoof W1A.'

Lenny Henry and his partner Lisa Makin enjoyed a low-key dinner date in London on Monday. The comedian made an appearance on The One Show the night before heading to the theatre mogul's in Arlington, Texas, ahead of his final Comic Relief telethon. Lenny came home hand in hand with theater mogul Lisa in a smart black coat and a baker boy hat.

The actor and comedian, 65, who co-founded the charity with Richard Curtis, has announced that the 2024 BBC special would be his last. Lenny decided it was time for new names to take the spotlight, but he announced on Wednesday that he will continue to help Comic Relief and Red Nose Day as well as other programs throughout the year. He said, 'hand over the reins' to make way for the 'extraordinary new generation of talent.' Lenny, the charity's life president, said he would continue to recruit talent and do voiceovers, but not on film.

MailOnline takes a look back at where the cast of the hit TV drama is now after the shock death of Grange Hill actor Stuart Organ, who died at the age of 72. Peter Robson, the actor's fan favorite, appeared in the children's TV drama, which aired from 1978 to 2008.

Steve Brown, a comedy arranger who was best known for his role as Glenn Ponder on Knowing Me, Knowing You with Alan Partridge, has died at the age of 66. Brown, who also worked with Ant & Dec and created the jingle for 'Wonky Donkey' on SMTV Live, died of lung disease, according to his handler Vivienne Clore. He has written songs for Saturday Night Takeaway and Spitting Image, as well as had Lenny Henry, Lee Mack, Rory Bremner, and Harry Hill. Ms Clore announced on X on Saturday that she was 'devaded to announce the news that our much loved client Steve Brown has died.' Sod fibrosis lung disease.'

Since the character blew followers and judges away with their incredible singing voice, the Masked Singer UK viewers are sure they know Cricket's true identity. Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, Mo Gilligan, and guest judge Lenny Henry all returned to work out the disguised up characters' identities on Saturday. Cricket could be seen sat by a box of sports equipment with the words: 'Academy team kit' before taking the stage to perform a stunning version of FUSE ODG's Antenna.' Please use one helmet. Do not take two's.'

On Saturday, masked Singer UK viewers were left wondering if Maypole is one of the girl band Little Mix. Judges Davina McCall, Rita Ora, Mo Gilligan, and Jonathan Ross were joined by Lenny Henry on the panel for the latest episode as they tried to decide which celebrity was under each costume. And Maypole performed one of Rita's hits with viewers at home, who were either Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Jade Thirlwall, Perpetrès Edwards, or even ex member Jesy Nelson.

The beloved British comedy has proclaimed that it's time for a 'new generation' to take over the annual bash, which has raised £1.5 billion since its inception in 1988. Sir Lenny was known for his edgy stand-up routines and witty characters that would ridicule his Jamaican roots before being named the face of Red Nose Day. But the Dudley-born funny man, 65, has shifted gear, vowing to move away from his old risqué gags and black rights to campaign for racial justice and human rights. Sir Lenny, who appeared in 'black face' on the Black And White Minstrels exhibition as a youth, claimed he was once used as a 'political football' when he appeared as a 'black face' on the Black And White Minstrels show as a youth in the 1975. He has even called out the BBC for allegations of bigotry at the university.

The Birmingham-born host, 48, is expected to take over ITV's For The Love Of Dogs from Paul O'Grady. Alison of This Morning will begin filming the new six-part series soon, heading to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home to help the animals in their care search for a new home to live. But that's not all; the popular TV host has also appeared in an online sketch released today to promote this year's Red Nose Day. In a blunder-filled phone call, she joins Lenny Henry as he rallies his celeb buddies to find ways to raise money for charity. MailOnline takes a look at her meteoric rise to become a television star following her success.

After this year's special, Lenny Henry has announced that he will no longer be hosting the Comic Relief telethon. The comedian, 65, who co-founded the charity with Richard Curtis, has hosted every single iteration of the Red Nose Day special since its inception in 1985, but has announced that 2024 will be his last. Lenny, who has been at the helm for 36 years, said he's decided it's time for new names to replace the host's, while others continue to promote Comic Relief and Red Nose Day throughout the year.

As host Lenny Henry rallies his celebrity cohorts to find ways to make money for charity in a blunder-filled phone call, Red Nose Day is back with a bang this year. Lenny, 65, was among the celebrities who requested their assistance for the annual comedy charity, including Davina McCall, Alison Hammond, and Simon Cowell. Lenny, the creator of Comic Relief, picks up the phone to some of his friends to see how they can do their bit to raise life-changing money this Red Nose Day, which is returning on Friday 15 March.

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Mr Salama's resignation was a result of "a public position taken on a public issue without having any prior consultation or Eric as chair," Comic Relief said. According to the Telegraph, he appears to have opposed Comic Relief's call for an immediate ceasefire in the conflict between Hamas and Israel. In October, Comic Relief joined hundreds of other organisations in signing a petition demanding an immediate end to the fighting, which could cause confusion given its BBC partnership.

The ball bounced into a tiny space in midfield. At your peril, stand down him. One touch, turn. One touch, set. Just one touch. . .. The screaming screamer has been pushed into the back of the net. He wasn't finished, but when Jude Bellingham scored the first of his two goals against Barcelona, he established himself as Spain's best scorer. But not, as it turns out, top scorer in his own house. A little-known goalscoring machine is behind Bellingham's worldwide success and his barnstorming ascension to global prominence. Mark is the son of a retired police officer. The Bellinghams (including younger son, Sunderland's Jobe) are a hot topic in football circles, with agents and guides taking their families on a journey from Dudley, home of Lenny Henry and James Whale to Bernabeu, home of Puskas, Zidane, and galacticos galore.

They were one of comedy's most popular couples. So why, after 25 years of marriage, did Lenny Henry and Dawn French decide it was time to call it quits? The comics' declining romance was by no means a mystery, as subtle signals indicated the gradual decline in the pair's appearances.

According to a YouGov poll, more than half of Britons know so little about Black British history that they are unable to name a single historical figure. The study, which was funded by publishing firm Bloomsbury UK, found that 75% of British adults polled said they didn't know'very much' or 'anything at all' about key figures from black British history. So, who are among the most notable figures in black British history?How did they make important contributions to British culture?

Lenny Henry's gift for impressions has proven to be much more seasoned - a note-perfect ear for dialogue.

The ITV1 six part drama was set in 1957 and follows three young women from Jamaica to the United Kingdom in a new journey. Sir Lenny Henry's plot is based on his mother's accounts of leaving the Caribbean island for the United Kingdom.

Sir Lenny Henry has revealed that Winifred, his late mother, inspired him to write a new ITV drama entitled Three Little Birds. The comedian, who died in 1957, has written the book. Those who went on the trip, including Lenny's mother, who tragically died in 1998, were years later arrested, denied legal rights, and threatened with removal, despite having made the United Kingdom their home for decades,' according to the actor.'