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Lenny Henry -

Lenny Henry is a well known and much loved British actor and comedian who's somewhat of a national treasure. In 1985, he co-founded Comic Relief with comedy scriptwriter and director Richard Curtis.

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Keira Knightley -

In 2003, Keira Knightley appeared in Richard Curtis' Christmas-themed romantic comedy 'Love Actually.' The actress has involved herself in the charity ever since... with a little help from her friends!

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Hugh Grant -

As a charming, vulnerable, witty romantic lead with floppish hair, Hugh Grant has won hearts and minds in numerous rom-coms. Hallmarks of his comic skills include a nonchalant touch of sarcasm, studied physical mannerisms, and pulling on T-shirts to promote good causes.

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Rowan Atkinson -

Don't be fooled by the gormless simpleton known as Mr. Bean. The hapless and accident-prone "child in a man's body" (to quote Atkinson himself) has appeared in several sketches for Comic Relief and helped raise millions for the charity.

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Laura Linney -

Laura Linney's movie credits include 'Red Nose Day Actually' (2017), a British television short film and part of the fund-raising event Red Nose Day 2017. It's a sequel of sorts to 'Love Actually,' released in 2003.

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'Red Nose Day Actually' (2017) -

We all remember 'Love Actually' from 2003, the hilarious and sometimes poignant film that follows the lives of eight very different couples dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales. Well this charity follow-up, which lasts just 15 minutes, features much of the original cast.

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Kate Moss -

In 2011, Kate Moss made a short film with Misery Bear for Comic Relief. Misery Bear is a down-on-his-luck stuffed toy who's out of work, has no girlfriend, and lacks companionship. No wonder he needs cheering up!

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Stephen Fry -

Actor, comedian, and writer Stephen Fry's movie and television credits include playing his idol Oscar Wilde in the film 'Wilde' (1997) and appearing alongside Rowan Atkinson in the comedy series 'Blackadder.' He's also enjoyed a long and fruitful comedy double act with Hugh Laurie. Fry is always up for a laugh. In April 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, he appeared in a sketch alongside Prince William for a charity show titled 'The Big Night In' on BBC television. The sketch had been put together by Comic Relief and Children in Need to raise money and keep people entertained during the lockdown.

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Hugh Laurie -

Familiar to American television audiences as the eponymous Dr. Gregory House in the hugely successful medical drama 'House' (2004–2012), Hugh Laurie is also recognized throughout the UK as one half of the comedy double act Fry and Laurie with his friend and comedy partner Stephen Fry.

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Adele -

With sales of over 120 million records, Adele is one of the world's best-selling music artists. She has performed in numerous charity concerts throughout her career: in the UK charity telethon Comic Relief for Red Nose Day 2011, she sang 'Someone like You,' a reference to the audience perhaps, who were all wearing red noses.

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Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant -

Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant created 'The Office,' with Gervais also starring in the hit television mock-documentary sitcom, which was remade in America and starred Steve Carell. In 2002, Gervais took part in a charity boxing match for Comic Relief, and donated his prize money to the training of a nurse who specialized in cancer support.

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Benedict Cumberbatch -

'Doctor Strange' (2016) actor Benedict Cumberbatch appears equally rather odd as he raises funds for Comic Relief.

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Paul McCartney and James Corden -

'Late Night Show' host James Corden pals up to Paul McCartney. And while money can't buy love, it sure goes a long way in bringing about positive and lasting change in the lives of poor and disadvantaged people.

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Naomi Campbell -

Model Naomi Campbell's high profile extends to being photographed on the observation deck of New York's Empire State Building looking immaculate and replete with a large shiny nose.

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Bono and Bob Geldof -

Bob Geldolf is no slouch when it comes to raising money for charity. In 1985 he co-organized with Scottish musician Midge Ure the Live Aid benefit concerts held simultaneously at Wembley Stadium in London and John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia. U2 performed at Wembley, fronted by Bono. As the luck of the Irish would have it, both are brought together again in this photograph, their noses held high.

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Daniel Craig -

James Bond actor Daniel Craig looks positively shaken and stirred. But it's all for a good cause.

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Lewis Hamilton -

Where there's a wheel there's a way, and Formula One race ace Lewis Hamilton is geared up and on track to raise a lot of cash for charity.

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Kate Winslet -

Kate Winslet is well known for her work in costume and period dramas, and often portrays angst-ridden women. Well, here's her funny side!

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Jack Black -

'School of Rock' (2003) struck the right chord with cinema audiences around the world. And Jack Black played the right note again for his role in Red Nose Day.

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Spice Girls -

They'll tell you what they want, what they really, really want: enough funds to make a dent in poverty! That's red-nosed girl power for you.

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Robbie Williams -

I'll put on a red nose and do my best to entertain you. At least that's what Robbie Williams appears to be suggesting as a photographer interrupts the singer's gardening session.

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Mandy Moore -

American singer, songwriter, and actress Mandy Moore once starred in a teen medical comedy-drama television series that aired on Fox called 'Red Band Society.' Here she is pictured in the sequel, 'Red Nose Society.' No, just kidding!

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Elle Macpherson -

At one point Australian model Elle Macpherson practically owned the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue by appearing on the cover a record five times. These days a successful businesswoman, she still puts her body— and soul—into charity work, but has a tendency to disguise her red nose as a cocktail umbrella...

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Gordon Ramsay -

Gordon Ramsay often cooks up a storm with his blue language. But if anybody sees red, it's because he can also plate up a large helping of charity with a side dish of fundraising to go.

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Jerry Hall and Marie Helvin -

Model and actress Jerry Hall, who was once sort of married to Mick Jagger and later tied the knot with media mogul Rupert Murdoch, puckers noses with Marie Helvin, also a model and who was once married to celebrity photographer David Bailey.

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The Prime Minister -

And, finally, just in case you thought politicians don't have a sense of humor, a red nose hangs outside 10 Downing Street, the official London residence of the British prime minister. 

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