Celebrity ambassadors and supporters
We're proud and grateful to have the support of a diverse group of ambassadors and dedicated supporters to help promote our work.
They help us ensure that millions of people in the UK and around the world get the support they need if crisis strikes.
For more information, please contact the celebrity team:
Email: celebteam@redcross.org.uk
Celebrity news, events and updates
Sir Lenny Henry supports Jamaica’s recovery after Hurricane Melissa
Lenny Henry travelled to Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa to visit devastated communities and see the impacts first-hand.
Lewis Hamilton visits Red Cross and Red Crescent teams supporting people in Gaza
The seven-time Formula 1 World Champion met with staff and volunteers who have been working tirelessly to provide aid and medical assistance to people affected by the crisis in Gaza.
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Sonali Shah
Find out about Sonali's work with us
Lenny Henry
Find out about Lenny's work with us
Lewis Hamilton
Find out about Lewis' work with us
Our celebrity ambassadors
Celebrity ambassadors play a vital role in our mission, generously offering their time and influence to support people in crisis. They work with us voluntarily, championing our fundamental principles in the work they do. They highlighting the power of using your voice to support communities who need it most.
Amanda Redman
Ambassador since 2024
Actor Amanda Redman became an ambassador after travelling to Türkiye with the Disasters Emergency Committee to see the impact of the earthquakes. Her visit, and subsequent appearances on national television, helped raise awareness of the urgent need for humanitarian support.
Ben Fogle
Ambassador since 2019
Broadcaster and adventurer Ben Fogle became one of our first ambassadors, bringing his deep interest in emergency response to the heart of our work. His long‑standing support includes visiting earthquake preparedness and recovery projects in Nepal, giving blood for the first time and climbing Mount Everest to raise awareness of the Red Cross movement.
Ekin‑Su Cülcüloğlu
Ambassador since 2024
Ekin‑Su became an ambassador after witnessing the devastating impact of the Türkiye–Syria earthquakes first-hand. Her visit to affected areas, just three months after the disaster, helped bring national attention to the ongoing needs of survivors. She has since fronted our earthquake appeal in both English and Turkish, supported anniversary events and used her platform to amplify humanitarian messages.
Felicity Hayward
Ambassador since 2024
Model and body‑positivity advocate Felicity Hayward champions our retail work, with a particular focus on inclusive, sustainable fashion. After donating half her wardrobe to our Notting Hill shop, she has continued to support our stores and e‑commerce platform through curated collections, social content and high‑profile collaborations.
Hamed Amiri
Ambassador since 2024
Author and speaker Hamed Amiri brings lived experience and powerful storytelling to his role as ambassador. He has supported the British Red Cross for several years, speaking at major events, supporting our partnerships, and advocating for compassionate policies on family reunion and refugee protection.
Jason Isaacs
Ambassador since 2019
Jason Isaacs has been a passionate advocate for people forced to flee their homes, using his platform to highlight the human stories behind global displacement. His commitment has taken him from refugee centres in Italy and London to the Polish border, where he met families escaping the conflict in Ukraine.
JB Gill
Ambassador since 2019
JB Gill has been a dedicated supporter of our work on climate resilience and community preparedness. His visit to Zimbabwe introduced him to farmers using climate‑smart crops funded by the British Red Cross, deepening his commitment to supporting communities facing the growing impacts of climate change.
Victoria Pendleton CBE
Ambassador since 2019
Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton has long been a friend of the British Red Cross first working with us in 2019, supporting our work on disaster preparedness and emergency response. Her visit to Nepal offered a powerful insight into how communities rebuild after crisis, and she has continued to use her voice to highlight the importance of resilience and humanitarian support.
Rob Rinder
Ambassador since 2024
Rob Rinder has been a powerful advocate for people affected by conflict and crisis. His visits to Poland and Jordan gave him firsthand insight into the challenges facing refugees and the vital role of the Red Cross and Red Crescent in supporting them.
Our high profile supporters
Sir Lenny Henry
Sir Lenny Henry has long championed humanitarian causes, and his recent support for the Red Cross following Hurricane Melissa reflects that commitment. The Category 5 storm - the strongest to hit Jamaica in modern history - caused catastrophic damage in October 2025, displacing tens of thousands of families and destroying vital infrastructure across the island.
Sir Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton advocates for humanitarian causes, including our work in and around Gaza.
He has travelled internationally to witness and support our efforts on the ground.
Sonali Shah
Journalist and broadcaster Sonali Shah is a passionate humanitarian, particularly driven by issues that bring people together across cultural, generational and social divides. Throughout her broadcasting career, she has consistently championed empathy-led storytelling, helping audiences understand the human impact behind the headlines.
Sophie Tea
Artist Sophie Tea has been a longstanding supporter of our work. During the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, she and actor Russell Tovey launched an art competition to find the UK’s “hidden lockdown artist”. The prize was to have their art featured on our “I have the power” merchandise.