All-star presenter line-up announced for BBC Children in Need 2018

Stand-up comedian and presenter Rob Beckett is set to join Graham Norton, Tess Daly, Mel Giedroyc, Ade Adepitan, Rochelle and Marvin Humes in presenting BBC Children in Need’s 2018 Appeal show on BBC One.
Broadcast live from the BBC’s Elstree studios on Friday 16 November, the night will feature an all-star line-up as they work together to help raise money for disadvantaged children and young people across the UK.


What is Children In need?


BBC Children in Need is the BBC's UK corporate charity. Thanks to the support of the public, they're able to make a real difference to the lives of children all across the UK. How do they do this? Read all about their vision and how they operate below.

Children In need's Vision

Their
vision is that every child in the UK has a childhood which is:

Safe
Happy and Secure
Allows them the chance to reach their potential


Hosting BBC Children in Need for the first time, Rob Beckett says: “I am so excited to be presenting BBC Children in Need this year. It’s a British institution and a wonderful charity, so to be asked to help out is a huge honour. My parents are gonna be bursting with pride. I also get to meet Pudsey! I can’t wait!”

Long-term supporter and presenter of BBC Children in Need Graham Norton says: “I love presenting the live show of BBC Children in Need, and I look forward to welcoming Rob Beckett to the team in what will be a night full of celebrating some of most brave and inspirational children.”

The BBC Children in Need Appeal Show is a BBC Studios production, executive produced by Clare Pizey and Leanne Witcoop, and Kate Phillips, Commissioning Editor for the BBC.

Further news regarding the Appeal Show including performances, sketches and new content will be shared in due course.