Davina McCall, a popular TV host, humorously shared her apprehension about one of her Comic Relief co-workers. The 58-year-old will be co-presenting Comic Relief alongside various comedians and TV personalities, expressing her anxieties before the upcoming program. In an interview with Bella magazine, Davina mentioned that she is “mildly terrified” of one of the co-hosts, Nan, portrayed by Catherine Tate, although she finds comfort in co-hosting with her close friend, Joel Dommett.
Furthermore, Davina highlighted her responsibility in ensuring that all celebrities participating in the event adhere to the rules, particularly regarding language use on stage. She humorously pondered how she would prevent Nan from swearing, joking that “please do not swear” might become her catchphrase during the event.
Davina’s concerns about maintaining order at Comic Relief follow her recent advocacy for better understanding the connection between menopause and mental health. She emphasized the impact of menopausal symptoms on women’s mental well-being, calling for increased awareness and support from various sectors, including healthcare professionals, the NHS, government, and employers.
As the Comic Relief broadcast is scheduled to commence at approximately 7 pm on BBC One from MediaCityUK in Salford, it will also be livestreamed on BBC’s YouTube channel. Davina’s insights into menopause and mental health issues add depth to her public persona, having also faced battles with breast cancer and a brain tumor in recent years.