The Big Issue UK 21 September 2019
Sir Lenny Henry writes a letter to his younger self, looking back at his poor working class background, in which the only way out for a black kid was “sport, show business, music – or crime”. He speaks to The Big Issue about the lack of diversity on TV, how Comic Relief changed his life – and not being "everybody's cup of tea." (1030 Words) - By Adrian Lobb
Comedian Lenny Henry and pop group the Spice Girls pose for photographers at the launch of Red Nose Day '97 at the London Planetarium February 6. The charity event, which aims to raise 20 million pounds will be screened on BBC1 on March 14. Credit: REUTERS/Kieran Doherty
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