Sir Lenny Henry is also on board supporting the cause, along with comedians Mo Gilligan, Shappi Khorsandi and Joe Lycett. Read more: Lenny Henry unveiled as The Masked Singer competitorFor the launch, they've appeared in a short film discussing how comedy has helped them in their lives. Watch: Celebrities help launch Red Nose Day 2021In the video, Dame Judi remarks: “I have just got myself into trouble more times than I can tell you by laughing in very serious moments. ”Meanwhile, Cumberbatch states: “I think laughter is a panacea, it is and has always been a national medicine. ”Money raised this year will go towards tackling issues such as homelessness, domestic abuse and the stigma around mental health.
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