Red Nose Day exploded back onto screens Friday night, smashing records with a staggering £34,022,590 raised for Comic Relief 2025. Broadcasting live from Salford’s MediaCity, the star-studded event delivered a powerful blend of comedy, entertainment, and heartfelt appeals to fight poverty and hardship across the UK and beyond.
Comedy Legends Light Up the Screen
The night featured a glittering cast of hosts including Joel Dommett, Rylan Clark, Alison Hammond, Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Tom Allen, Alesha Dixon, and AJ Odudu. They kept the laughs coming and the donations flowing all evening long.
Iconic moments included a hilarious Oasis reunion spoof starring The Inbetweeners duo James Buckley and Joe Thomas, imagining the Britpop giants back on tour. Not to be outdone, comedic fan favourite Chabuddy G from People Just Do Nothing crashed a Gladiators sketch as “Girth, Wind and Fire,” sparking riotous laughter both in-studio and online.
The show also featured themed appearances from Strictly Come Dancing, Gladiators, and Beyond Paradise, mixing sharp humour with touching stories, staying true to Red Nose Day’s unique spirit.
Millions Raised for Life-Saving Causes
The jaw-dropping £34 million-plus haul will fund Comic Relief’s vital projects, providing food, healthcare, shelter, and support to those battling poverty worldwide.
“On behalf of us all, I want to say a heartfelt thank you. Your extraordinary efforts have helped raise £34,022,590 that will help tackle some of the most urgent problems facing millions of people here in the UK and across the world. The kindness we’ve seen is nothing short of incredible, and every donation, big or small, reminds us that when we come together, we can help inspire real and meaningful change.”
– Samir Patel, Chief Executive, Comic Relief
40 Years of Laughter and Life-Changing Impact
This year marks a massive milestone: 40 years since Comic Relief’s inception. Over four decades, the charity has raised more than £1.6 billion and helped over 100 million people globally.
Co-founder and comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry was honoured during the show. Reflecting on four decades of giving through laughter, he said: “The power of laughter to change lives remains as true today as it did in 1985.”
A Night to Remember, A Legacy to Keep
Red Nose Day 2025 was more than just a night of top-tier entertainment. It highlighted the incredible impact communities, schools, workplaces, and families can make when united by compassion and humour.
For more exclusive stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and interviews, visit our Comic Relief 2025 section.
