Lenny Henry

Lenny Henry has established a distinguished career as a comedian, actor, and writer, co-founding Comic Relief and appearing in numerous notable film, television, and stage productions. After winning the talent show ‘New Faces’ in 1975 at just 16, Lenny Henry swiftly built a formidable career in entertainment. His early television appearances included ‘The Fosters’ in 1976 and co-hosting the popular children’s show ‘Tiswas’ from 1978 to 1981, where his comedic talent first garnered significant attention. In 1980, he joined the groundbreaking alternative-comedy collective ‘The Comic Strip,’ an experience that further honed his craft and led to the development of beloved characters like DJ Delbert Wilkins, who both celebrated and parodied African-Caribbean British culture.

In 2023, he created, wrote, and executive produced the six-part drama series ‘Three Little Birds.’ His voice talents continue to be sought after, with a role as Mr. Convenience in the upcoming ‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ slated for 2024. Looking ahead, Henry is set to be awarded the prestigious Freeman of the City of London in 2025, further cementing his legacy as a leading figure in British entertainment and philanthropy.