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Sir Lenny Henry reveals Red Nose Day total has exceeded £37 million

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Sir Lenny Henry has announced that more than £37 million has been raised for Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day.

This year marks the comedian’s final time co-hosting the annual programme that raises money for charity.

The Dudley-born actor, 65, co-founded Comic Relief in 1985 alongside Love Actually screenwriter Richard Curtis and will continue to serve as life president following his departure as host.

Revealing the Red Nose Day total during the show on

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