Mollie King Pedal Power Challenge updates — Comic Relief stars raise £38million as Sir Lenny Henry presents final show

How to support Mollie after she completes challenge

Mollie King has already raised over £1 million as she crossed the finish line yesterday.

According to Comic Relief, the money raised from Pedal Power “could help break the cycle of poverty for people in UK and around the world”, which includes support for children and young people who are experiencing neglect, abuse, stigma and physical and mental trauma.

To get involved and donate to King’s epic charity challenge, go to .

What is Red Nose Day?

Red Nose Day is a televised fundraiser for the Comic Relief appeal.

Comic Relief is an operating British charity, founded in 1985 by the comedy scriptwriter Richard Curtis and comedian Sir Lenny Henry in response to the famine in Ethiopia.

Red noses are sold, which can be worn by those who buy one to raise awareness.

Who is Mollie’s partner?

Stuart Broad, born June 24, 1986, is a former England cricketer.

Broad started his first-class county career at Leicestershire before returning home to Nottinghamshire in 2008.

During his 17-year glittering career, Broad’s cricketing highlights include taking 8-15 at Trent Bridge in the 2015 Ashes in one of the best-ever spells of bowling, and scoring 169 with the bat vs Pakistan at Lord’s in 2010 – long before his “Nighthawk” role.

Broad and Mollie started dating in London in 2012 and spent New Year’s Eve together, but later split.

Five years later, the couple got back together in 2018.

On January 1, 2021, Broad got down on one knee and proposed to Mollie, with the singer and radio presenter saying yes.

Following the proposal, the pair welcomed daughter Annabella Broad in November 2022.

Maya caught the eye of Gladiators star

Maya caught the eye of one chap - Gladiators' star Legend.

Maya was left blushing after Legend - real name Matt Morsia - took to the stage with her following a Gladiators segment.

His co-stars had marched onto the stage and carried off Joel and Romesh on their shoulders and she was alone with him.

Legend then told Maya: "Let me stop you there, Maya. Those two guys. They were not men.

"Do you wanna see a real man?"

Giggling, Maya replied: "I don't know what you're going to show me actually?!"

How much money was raised in 2023?

Thanks to fundraising efforts in 2023, Comic Relief raised an incredible £35,310,407.

The annual event, which was aired live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, took place in Salford, Manchester, and was presented by AJ Odudu, David Tennant, Joel Dommett, Paddy McGuinness, and Zoe Ball.

Throughout the evening, viewers were treated to an evening of entertainment, including hilarious comedy sketches, live music, extraordinary prizes and moving films showing the life-changing power of donations.

How to donate to Comic Relief?

Those hoping to donate to Comic Relief can do so via the charity’s .

All you have to do is click the ‘donate’ button – which can be found at the top of the home page.

The money raised through Comic Relief goes towards good causes, not only in the UK but also across the world.

‘It has been such a team effort’

Mollie said: “Oh my goodness, thank you everyone for coming down.

“I am completely overwhelmed…I can’t believe we have raised £1million.”

An emotional Mollie added: “It was time for me to think about my dad and to know he was doing the journey with me.”

Does Mollie King have children?

Mollie King and her partner Stuart Broad announced they would be expecting their first child in 2022.

On November 24 that year, Mollie confirmed that she and her fiancé had welcomed their daughter into the world.

“Welcome to the world Annabella Broad. We have never been so in love,” she wrote on Instagram.

Mollie was 35-years-old when she gave birth to Annabella.

Who is Mollie King?

Mollie King, the Saturdays singer and broadcaster is from Wandsworth in London.

As a youngster, Mollie was a skiing champion and a finalist in the Miss Guildford beauty pageant.

She began her rise to fame by auditioning for The X Factor in 2005 at the early age of 18, where she clashed with Sharon Osbourne over her chosen outfit despite impressing with her vocals.

Mollie returned in 2007 as part of the girl band, Fallen Angelz, but they did not progress past the Bootcamp round.

That same year, Mollie auditioned to be part of the girl band, The Saturdays, alongside the likes of Frankie Sandford, who had been a member of S Club Juniors.

As soon as they’d formed, the group toured with Girls Aloud, and they eventually released four albums and sold over five million of them.

What was Mollie's motivation?

The radio star said she’s been inspired to keep pedalling thanks to her listeners and her late dad, and before the challenge began, The Saturdays singer said she didn't hesitate to take it in.

She said: "It’s still really hard to talk about - I hate talking about him in the past tense. But when I was asked to do this, I thought I have to do it.

"I want to help people who are struggling, and that is exactly what Comic Relief does. They are amazing.

"They help people who are homeless, struggling with poverty and struggling with bereavement - amongst so many other things."

'Thank you for always having my back'

On Friday afternoon Mollie told her Radio 1 co-star Matt Edmondson that she couldn’t have done it without his encouragement during tough moments when she thought that wouldn’t make it.

She said through tears: "You literally talked me back onto that bike when I was like, I can't, I can't, I can't do it anymore. Thank you for always having my back. I love you so much."

The star was then told she had raised £1,155,535 this afternoon and punched the air with joy.

Mollie King reunites with daughter

Mollie broke down in tears today after she crossed the finish line on her marathon 500km bike ride - having raised a seven-figure sum for Red Nose Day.

The Radio 1 star cycled from London to her late father's hometown of Hull over five days and was met by fiancé Stuart Broad and their 16-month-old daughter Annabella in the Yorkshire city.

Sir Lenny Henry will return for one last time

Legendary Comic Relief host Sir Lenny Henry will be back on the stage for one last time.

In early 2024, the comedian announced he would be retiring from the annual telethon.

Sir Lenny said he would be stepping down as "it is time for someone else to take the reins".

But before he bows out he will be live on air for Comic Relief 2024, encouraging donations and introducing a mix of comedy specials, cameos and live performances.

Sir Lenny is joined on the big night by a selection of top co-hosts:

• Joel Dommett - TV presenter known for The Masked Singer
• Davina McCall - Former Big Brother host and Your Mum, My Dad presenter
• Paddy McGuinness - comedian and TV host
• Romesh Ranganathan - comedian and host of The Weakest Link
• David Tennant - actor known for Doctor Who
• Maya Jama - TV presenter best known for Love Island
• Stormzy - grime star
• Rosie Ramsey - comedian and podcaster
• Alex Jones - The One Show presenter

Comic Relief latest news

Here's everything you need to know about this year's Comic Relief telethon:

• How to donate to Comic Relief and watch the big event.
• A look at the Red Nose Day 2024 theme and where to buy a red nose.
• The difference between Red Nose Day and Comic Relief.
• Take a look at the life of Comic Relief legend Lenny Henry.
• Full list of Comic Relief hosts - from David Tennant to Maya Jama.

How much money was raised in 2023?

Thanks to fundraising efforts in 2023, Comic Relief raised an incredible £35,310,407.

The annual event, which was aired live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, took place in Salford, Manchester, and was presented by AJ Odudu, David Tennant, Joel Dommett, Paddy McGuinness, and Zoe Ball.

Throughout the evening, viewers were treated to an evening of entertainment, including hilarious comedy sketches, live music, extraordinary prizes and moving films showing the life-changing power of donations.

How to donate to Comic Relief?

Those hoping to donate to Comic Relief can do so via the charity's .

All you have to do is click the 'donate' button - which can be found at the top of the home page.

The money raised through Comic Relief goes towards good causes, not only in the UK but also across the world.

What is Red Nose Day?

Red Nose Day is a televised fundraiser for the Comic Relief appeal.

Comic Relief is an operating British charity, founded in 1985 by the comedy scriptwriter Richard Curtis and comedian Sir Lenny Henry in response to the famine in Ethiopia.

Red noses are sold, which can be worn by those who buy one to raise awareness.

What is the theme of Red Nose Day 2024?

The slogan of Red Nose Day is "Do something funny for money".

The day is raising funds to "help put food on plates, roofs over heads and keep little ones safe".

Although the theme doesn't change, Comic Relief often launches new red noses - and 2024 is no different.

There will be four fun characters to collect – as well as a one in 166 chance to get your hands on a limited edition Rare "Gold" Nose, known as the Golden Hooter.

The four new noses are Gigglesworth, McChortles, Smirklethorpe or Lol E Pops - with the latter "red" nose actually being blue.

On top of this, the noses are made from plant-based materials meaning they can be recycled at home.

How to support Mollie after she completes challenge

Mollie King has already raised over £1 million as she crossed the finish line today.

According to Comic Relief, the money raised from Pedal Power “could help break the cycle of poverty for people in UK and around the world”, which includes support for children and young people who are experiencing neglect, abuse, stigma and physical and mental trauma.

To get involved and donate to King’s epic charity challenge, go to .