Comic Relief returned to BBC One on Friday evening, but the inclusion of Catherine Tate's character Nan in a sketch drew criticism from some viewers. The annual fundraising event, hosted by Davina McCall, Nick Mohammed, Katherine Ryan, and Tate as Nan, featured highlights including a world exclusive of 'Traitors: The Movie: The Sequel' and an 'Amandaland' sketch.
Viewers took to social media to express their displeasure with Tate's Nan sketch, with some calling it 'tired' and 'unfunny.' The character, known for her catchphrase 'Am I bovvered?,' has been a staple of Tate's comedy repertoire since the early 2000s.
Despite the backlash, the show continued with other segments, including Greg James completing his 1,000km tandem bike ride challenge and a secret special project involving Dermot O'Leary and Alison Hammond. The fundraiser also featured a sketch titled 'The Traitors: The Movie: The Sequel,' parodying the popular BBC series.
Comic Relief, which raises money for various charitable causes, continued on BBC Two at 10pm with Romesh Ranganathan hosting a comedy panel show. The night's programming aimed to entertain while encouraging donations for Red Nose Day 2026.
