Slow Horses star Gary Oldman is to read a CBeebies Bedtime Story as part of Friday's BBC Children in Need show… and we've been assured he won't do it in the style of Jackson Lamb!

As announced live from the BBC Children in Need studio on The One Show, in a heartwarming collaboration for BBC Children in Need, Academy Award, Golden Globe and three time BAFTA-winning actor Gary Oldman will be reading a very special CBeebies Bedtime Story, which will be aired as part of Friday night’s BBC Children in Need 2024 show.

British actor and Hollywood star Gary Oldman has said he is “very honoured” to read a special CBeebies Bedtime Story for Children In Need. The 66-year-old Oscar and three-time Bafta winner will recite the story during Friday night’s 2024 edition of the charity fundraising show.

Paddy McGuinness is reading this week's 'CBeebies Bedtime Story', which will air after he completes his 300-mile bike ride for 'Children In Need'.

The story airs this week as he undertakes BBC Radio 2’s Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need

Gary Oldman, an esteemed actor with a career spanning numerous memorable roles, is set to captivate young audiences by reading a bespoke CBeebies Bedtime Story. This event is part of a charitable effort linked to BBC Children in Need, showcasing how storytelling can be a powerful medium for inspiration and hope.

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The Batman star, 66, will read a true story specially written for the episode by Claire Taylor and with illustrations from Tim Budgen.