BBC Children in Need halted as host announces 'breaking news'

BBC Children in Need was halted on Friday night as Mel Giedroyc made a "breaking news" announcement.

Ade Adepitan MBE, Mel, Rochelle Humes, Vernon Kay, Chris Ramsey and Lenny Rush took the reins as they hosted the three-hour show on Friday night.

However, just an houe in the programme, Sue put her hand up and told the audience: "Hang on, sorry, hang on.

"Right, I am being told we have to interrupt this programme for some very important breaking news."

Mel then cut to Lenny, who was sat behind a news desk where he read the "Pudsey Headlines".

"Hello, and welcome to the news," he said before adding. "And I am Lenny Rush."

The actor went on to confirm which schools had been taking part in the Children in Need fundraising this year.

"I think that is enough news for now," laughed Lenny as he wrapped up the news report. He then quickly passed over to co-host Rochelle Humes.

Over the past few weeks, several celebrities have been doing their bit to raise money for charity - including .

The presenter was in floods of tears today after he reached the finish line of his epic 300-mile charity cycle from Wales to .

Upon finishing the challenge, Paddy said: "Every morning when I woke up everything was aching and it was always dark and cold but I've been saying it for the last few days, when you get on the bike, and you get on the road and everyone comes out it just spurs you on.

"Even though we're filming stuff and putting things on social media; until you're actually in that moment, I will never be able to get it across fully what it felt like.

"All the different sounds, all the cities, all the communities. Everyone came out and everyone were together for something. And all those faces, all the kids, all the nurseries, all the primary schools, all drawing pictures of Patch - none of them had a clue who I were - but it was just so beautiful to see and the streets were lined with people.

"Honestly it's a moment in time I'll take with me to my grave. I'll never ever forget it. It's been amazing."

Children in Need is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.