Overview
BBC Children in Need is the BBC's UK charity. Since 1980 it has raised over £600 million to change the lives of disabled children and young people in the UK. One of the highlights is an annual telethon, held in November and televised on BBC One and BBC One HD from 7:30pm until 2am. "Pudsey Bear" is BBC Children in Need's mascot, whilst Terry Wogan is a long-standing host. BBC Children in Need is one of three high-profile British telethons, although the only charity belonging to the BBC, the other telethons being Red Nose Day and Sport Relief, both supporting the Comic Relief charity. The 2012 appeal took place on Friday 16 November.
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The annual charity extravaganza, hosted by some of the biggest names in entertainment and packed full of exclusive sketches, music performances and special guests.
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Key Information
Cast & Crew
Mel Giedroyc
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Ade Adepitan
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Terry Wogan
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Tess Daly
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Rochelle Humes
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Graham Norton
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Chris Ramsey
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Marvin Humes
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Alex Scott
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Fearne Cotton
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Sue Cook
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Gaby Roslin
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Frequently Asked Questions
BBC Children in Need is the BBC's UK charity. Since 1980 it has raised over £600 million to change the lives of disabled children and young people in the UK....
Children In Need has 46 seasons with 97 episodes.
Children In Need premiered on November 21, 1980.
Yes, Children In Need is currently ongoing with new episodes.
Children In Need originally aired on BBC One. Check your local streaming services for availability.
Children In Need has a rating of 6.0/10 based on user reviews.