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Comic Relief

Comic Relief

  • TV variety
  • BBC One
  • 1988 - 2024
  • 21 episodes

Every two years the biggest British comedy stars and shows come together to raise money for charity. Stars Lenny Henry, Jonathan Ross, Griff Rhys Jones, Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders and more.

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Press clippings Page 19

Simon Cowell "marries" David Walliams for sketch

Ladies man Simon Cowell finally ties the knot - but it looks like the "bride" is his old BGT pal David Walliams - however, it's all a sketch for Comic Relief

The Sun, 12th March 2013

Miranda's Mad March in jeopardy after twisted ankle

TV star Miranda Hart has suffered an ankle injury in Newcastle after stumbling in high heels on the eve of a charity challenge.

BBC News, 11th March 2013

David Walliams and Alan Carr in Comic Relief sketch

David Walliams will reveal an intimate secret to celebrity friends in a Comic Relief sketch.

The Sun, 9th March 2013

Why Red Nose Day is inspiring comedians 25 years later

As Comic Relief enters its 25th birthday, it is not the forced fun of the stapled grin of Fearne Cotton that shows why Red Nose Day is still so important. All of that is merely confetti that pours out of the bottom of the box to finish the package.

Sophie Hall, Giggle Beats, 9th March 2013

Miranda Hart: why it's good to have a laugh on RND

Before she succeeded in comedy, Miranda Hart worked as a PA at Comic Relief. As she prepares to take on five mystery challenges for next Friday's Red Nose Day, she looks back, fondly, on a long and entertaining relationship with the charity.

The Telegraph, 9th March 2013

Shameless Alice Barry flashes for Red Nose Day

Shameless star Alice Barry has recreated a saucy Flashdance pose - complete with her signature glasses - for Red Nose Day.

Elizabeth Mackley, The Sun, 7th March 2013

Give It Up For Comic Relief - review

An evening as hit and miss as this would usually warrant three stars but charity begins at Wembley. Well done to one and all, and roll on the next big Comic Relief thing.

Dominic Cavendish, The Telegraph, 6th March 2013

Graham Norton prepares for his chat show marathon

Graham Norton is limbering up to smash a Guinness World Record - from the comfort of his armchair.

Jen Blackburn, The Sun, 1st March 2013

Harry Hill to edit the Beano for Comic Relief

Harry Hill will be editor of The Beano for a special Comic Relief edition.

The Sun, 27th February 2013

Miranda Hart 'madcap' Red Nose Day challenges

Miranda Hart will be attempting a series of "madcap challenges" for Comic Relief.

The Independent, 27th February 2013

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