News - Lenny Henry

New Tour for 2026 - Lenny Henry: Still At Large

For over five decades, I've been telling stories - on stage, on screen, in print and through a host of characters. Part stand up, part storytelling, and part conversation, my new live show - Still At Large - sees me return to the experiences that shaped me while also exploring the ideas, challenges and creativity […]

The Book of Legends is Out Now!

The Book of Legends is Out Now! The day has finally arrived!! I’m thrilled that my new children’s book ‘The Book of Legends’ is out today and I couldn't be prouder - join Bran and Fran on the quest of a lifetime full of magic, jokes and adventure! With incredible illustrations by Keenon Ferrell. You can order […]

'Rising To The Surface' is out now!

'Rising To The Surface' is out now! Lenny's second memoir 'Rising To The Surface' is out now! Please see below some of the great interviews he has done recently about the memoir. BBC Radio 4, Loose Ends Lenny was interviewed by Clive Anderson on this weekend's episode of BBC Radio 4, Loose Ends. He was […]

Lenny’s Book The Boy with Wings: Attack of the Rampaging Robot Announced as World Book Day Book 2023

Lenny’s Book The Boy with Wings: Attack of the Rampaging Robot Announced as World Book Day Book 2023 World Book Day has announced its list of 15 books, including Lenny Henry, to be made available for free with a £1 book token on World Book Day 2023 (2nd March). Sir Lenny Henry commented: "I am […]

The Book of Legends Book Cover Revealed!

The Book of Legends Book Cover Revealed! Woo hoo! Check out the cover of my new children's book, The Book of Legends. Big thanks to Keenon Ferrell for the illustrations. I loved writing it and hope you love reading it. The Book of Legends is coming out 13 October, find out more here https://bit.ly/3TRWrMD

Mail on Sunday Review of Rising To The Surface Review

Mail on Sunday Review of Rising To The Surface Review Mail on Sunday publish a great four star review of Lenny's memoir 'Rising To The Surface' which is out now! 'Rising To The Surface' is available to order here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368778-rising-to-the-surface/

The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power Reviews Are Out!

The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power Reviews Are Out! Five Stars “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power review: Amazon show is a 'masterpiece' https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/lord-rings-rings-power-review-27876822 Four Stars “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power review – so astounding it makes House of the Dragon look amateur” https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2022/aug/31/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-rings-of-power-review-so-astounding-it-makes-house-of-the-dragon-look-amateur Four […]

Lenny attends The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power World Premiere

Lenny attends The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power World Premiere on Tuesday 30 August in London. Lenny stars as Sadoc Burrows in the brand new The Lord Of The Rings Amazon series which is released worldwide on 1 September. New full trailer for The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings of Power […]

Lenny named Batonbearer at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and host of Opening Ceremony

Lenny Henry will be one of the hosts of Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony tomorrow night. The Opening Ceremony will show the best of Birmingham’s creative minds and best-loved talent, opening the Games with spectacle and emotion. Earlier today Comic Relief founder Sir Lenny Henry carried the prestigious Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton as part […]

Come Join Me at Waterstones Birmingham

I'll be signing copies of my new book The Boy With Wings which is illustrated by Keenon Ferrell at Waterstones Birmingham High Street on Saturday 30th Oct at 12.30pm. Tickets are £10 and include a copy of The Boy With Wings (RRP £12.99), for more information click here

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