Comic Relief Raises £900,000 During 40th Red Nose Day Challenge

BBC presenters Gethin Jones and Helen Skelton successfully completed a 24-hour roller skating challenge for Comic Relief, raising £890,745 to support projects addressing poverty, injustice, and climate change. The endeavor, dubbed the 'Wheely Big Challenge,' was part of the lead-up to Comic Relief's 40th anniversary Red Nose Day, which features a range of entertainment, including sketches and performances from popular UK stars. Comic Relief, founded in 1985 by Richard Curtis and Sir Lenny Henry to combat famine, has evolved to raise awareness and funds for various global issues, with the iconic red nose serving as a symbol of the charity's mission. This year, viewers will see various fundraising efforts, including Jamie Laing's ultra-marathon and Billy Monger's documentary on overcoming disabilities. The event is expected to showcase how donations can impact communities facing challenges such as homelessness and domestic abuse. As the celebration nears, excitement builds around the innovative ways people are participating in fundraising activities.