Red Nose Day raises more than 34 million for Comic Relief on 40th anniversary
Briefly

Red Nose Day returned on March 21, 2025, marking the 40th anniversary of Comic Relief, hosted at MediaCity, Salford. The event featured popular BBC sketches and notable presenters like Joel Dommett and Rylan Clark. Significant comedic moments included recreations from The Inbetweeners and characters from other shows. Ultimately, Comic Relief raised £34,022,590 to support those in need across the UK and globally, with chief executive Samir Patel expressing gratitude for the extraordinary support, emphasizing the power of collective kindness in making impactful change.
It was announced that 34,022,590 had been raised for Comic Relief, which helps support communities by providing food, healthcare and shelter to those who need it most.
Samir Patel, chief executive of Comic Relief, stated, 'The kindness we've seen is nothing short of incredible... Together, we can help inspire real and meaningful change.'
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