Comic Relief founders Lenny Henry and Richard Curtis named Carnegie honourees
Comic Relief co-founders Sir Lenny Henry and Richard Curtis have been named as Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy recipients.
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Lenny Henry returns to Comic Relief to share desperate plea with British public
Comic Relief co-founder Sir Lenny Henry reflected on the charity’s 40th anniversary during Friday night’s Red Nose Day. “I can’t believe Comic Relief is turning the big 4-0. In some ways ...
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Where is Lenny Henry on Comic Relief? His replacement and sad reason for quitting
Since the documentary honouring Henry's long and fruitful career (ITV1’s Lenny Henry: One of a Kind), it appears the comedian will be taking up larger projects and more creative pursuits.
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Lenny Henry's real name, truth behind Dawn French split and life since Comic Relief
Lenny Henry is a beloved British comedian, but there’s more to him than just his jokes. At 66, Henry’s journey to stardom began in the comedy clubs of Blackpool, performing alongside the likes ...
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Lenny Henry's sad reason for quitting Comic Relief after 39 years
Sir Lenny Henry is as synonymous with Comic Relief as red noses and Pudsey Bear, however, in 2024 the comedian revealed it would be his final show after an incredible 39 years fronting the fundraiser.
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Inside Sir Lenny Henry's health battles from dramatic weight loss to doctor's grim warning
British comedy icon Sir Lenny Henry has astonished fans with his incredible three stone weight loss after heeding a stark warning from his doctor about his health risks. At 65 years of age ...
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BBC Comic Relief viewers say 'welcome back' after surprise return
As Comic Relief returned for its 40th year, viewers were pleased to see a familiar face as Sir Lenny Henry made an unexpected appearance. Lenny Henry was the brains behind Comic Relief alongside ...
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Comic Relief founders Lenny Henry and Richard Curtis named Carnegie honourees
Comic Relief co-founders Sir Lenny Henry and Richard Curtis have been named as Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy recipients. They received the special Carnegie catalyst prize in recognition of the ...
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Comic Relief founders Lenny Henry and Richard Curtis named Carnegie honourees
Sir Lenny Henry with the Outstanding Achievement Award presented by Richard Curtis, at the South Bank Sky Arts Awards (Ian West/PA) PA Archive Professor Dame Louise Richardson, president of the ...
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Lenny Henry reveals sad real reason he quit Comic Relief hosting role
Comic Relief is back for another Red Nose Day this Friday, but comedian Sir Lenny Henry, who helped launch the charity in 1985, will not be returning as the host of the evening's entertainment.