RED NOSE DAY: MUNYA CHAWAWA AND BRIAN COX STAR IN EXCLUSIVE SKETCH FOR COMIC RELIEF

In an exclusive sketch for Red Nose Day 2025, Munya Chawawa heads to the West End to become Brian Cox’s new understudy in his critically acclaimed play, The Score. But how will the famously no-nonsense, multi-award-winning actor take to Munya's ideas for the 'role'?

Presenter, comedian and influencer Munya Chawawa is one of the UK's premier social media sensations, who has amassed over one billion views during the last two years. He’s best known for his razor-sharp satire, viral comedy skits, and quick-witted social and political commentary.

Best known for his iconic role as Logan Roy, the formidable owner of entertainment conglomerate Waystar Royco in HBO’s hit series Succession, Brian Cox is a legendary Scottish actor with a career spanning over six decades across stage and screen.

The Score, written by Oliver Cotton and directed by Trevor Nunn, was originally presented at the Theatre Royal Bath before transferring to London’s West End. Cox stars as Johann Sebastian Bach in the production.

Munya Chawawa says: “For years, Brian Cox has been looking for an understudy to match his contagious glee and cheeky banter – and that understudy, is me. It was pretty incredible being together on screen for Comic Relief – great laughs for a great cause that hopefully makes a difference in some way!”

Money raised this Red Nose Day could help put food on plates and roofs over heads, keep little ones safe and help support families affected by conflict here in the UK and around the world.

Watch Munya’s bid as part of Red Nose Day 2025 on Friday 21 March from 7pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Red Nose Day 2025 is made by BBC Studios Entertainment Productions.