Including Chris Ramsey and Mel Giedroyc

Chris Ramsay, Mel Giedroyc and Lenny Rush are among the presenters of this year’s Children In Need telethon, it was announced today. 

They will all return to the fundraiser, having been part of the 2023 presenting team, where they will appear alongside Vernon Kay, Rochelle Humes  and Ade Adepitan.

 Ramsay said: ‘I’m truly honoured (and always very pleasantly surprised!) to be invited back to present BBC Children in Need. It's an incredible cause, and a such a huge television event that only grows more impactful every year. 

‘Being part of something that makes such a real difference is a genuine privilege, especially seeing how the funds raised directly support those in need—now more than ever, that support is essential.’

Giedroyc said: It’s great to be back presenting such a magical show! You can expect a memorable evening in support of raising funds for children and youth across the UK".

And Am I Being Unreasonable? star Rush added: ‘I am thrilled to be back for this year’s BBC Children in Need. It’s such an honour to be part of such a special production which helps raise money for both children and young people in the UK facing disadvantages.’

The telethon will be live on BBC One from MediaCityUK, Salford, from 7pm on Friday November 15 and the presenting team was unveiled on The One Show tonight,

Published: 15 Oct 2024