Mel B has will appear in special edition of Gogglebox in memory of her late father Martin Brown.
The 48-year-old Spice Girls legend has filmed a special episode of the Channel 4 series for Stand Up To Cancer in memory of her dad, who passed away from the disease four years ago.
Speaking about taking part in the show, she said: “I miss him every single day.
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“He loved to watch telly and he loved to laugh, so I’m doing this for him and for everyone else out there who has lost someone.”
Other stars taking part in the special show includes Gordon Ramsey and his daughter Tilly as well as Charlotte Church and Luke Evans.
Gordon and Tilly said: “We’re always happy to support the superb work that Stand Up To Cancer do, and despite our TV tastes being polar opposites, we had a lot of fun filming this very special episode of Gogglebox.
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“Every penny raised goes towards finding cures for cancer so I hope we can help raise bucketloads of money.”
Welsh singer Charlotte said about joining the show: ” Cancer affects so many – with one in two of us getting a diagnosis in our lifetime – so we’re delighted we can play a small part in supporting the incredible work being done by Stand Up To Cancer.”
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Speaking of his reasons for singing up to the Channel 4 show, he said: “Cancer is a disease that doesn’t discriminate and robs people from living full and happy lives with their loved ones.
“Sadly, cancer has affected everyone’s lives in some way. So, it means a lot that Charlotte and I can be involved in this year’s Stand Up To Cancer campaign.
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“I love the show so it’s a bit of a treat to be able to watch TV and enjoy some snacks, all for such a good cause – I can’t wait to see what we’ll be watching!.”
In recent years, fans have watched famous faces react to their favourite shows including the cast of Line of Duty, Graham Norton, Michael Sheen, Matt Lucas, Craig David and Kate Moss.
Gogglebox: Celebrity Special for Stand Up to Cancer airs on Friday, October 28 at 9pm
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