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Who is Lenny Henry married to? Is Lenny Henry in a relationship?

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Lenny Henry is a renowned British actor, comedian, singer, television presenter and writer.

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LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 01: Sir Lenny Henry attends an event to lend support for an appeal to raise funds to support jobs across the Arts at The National Theatre on September 01, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)

Sir Lenworth George Henry was born at Burton Road Hospital on August 29, 1958, in Dudley, United Kingdom, to Winston Jervis Henry and Winifred Louise Henry (1922–1998). His parents had emigrated to Britain from Jamaica.

Lenny Henry is the fifth of his parents’ seven children as well as the first to be born in the United Kingdom. He attended St John’s Primary School and later The Blue Coat School in Dudley.

Lenny Henry completed his schooling at W.R. Tuson College in Preston, Lancashire.  He obtained a BA Hons degree in English Literature from the Open University in 2007 and an MA in Screenwriting for TV and Film from Royal Holloway, University of London in 2010.

Lenny Henry is best known for co-founding the charity Comic Relief. He has made appearances in TV programmes, including children’s entertainment show Tiswas, sitcom Chef! and The Magicians for BBC One.

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LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 23: In this screengrab, Lenny Henry takes part in the BBC Children In Need and Comic Relief ‘Big Night In at London on April 23, 2020 in London, England.The ‘Big Night In’ brings the nation an evening of unforgettable entertainment in a way we’ve never seen before. Raising money for and paying tribute to those on the front line fighting Covid-19 and all the unsung heroes supporting their communities. (Photo by Comic Relief/BBC Children in Need/Comic Relief via Getty Images)

Lenny Henry is currently the Chancellor of Birmingham City University and was previously married to British icon, Dawn French. The two separated after 25 years of marriage and have one child together, a daughter named Billie.

Who is Lenny Henry married to?

Lenny Henry is presently not married. He was previously married to British actress, comedian and writer, Dawn French.

Is Lenny Henry in a relationship?

Yes, Lenny Henry has been in a relationship with theatre director Lisa Makin since 2013.


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