Amid the laughs, powerful films reminded us why Red Nose Day matters—David Tennant on food poverty, Alesha Dixon on domestic abuse, and an emotional EastEnders special on mental health.

Charlotte in EastEnders sparked some suspicions within minutes of her appearing on the BBC soap. Newcomer Charlotte debuted on Monday night and befriended Sonia Fowler and Bianca Jackson.

Eastenders will air a 'powerful and poignant' mini-episode for Red Nose Day 2025. In previous years, the popular soap has tackled a number of themes, including gang violence and sexual exploitation.