Comedian behind viral ‘mum’ character supports Walk 100 challenge
Best known for his viral comedy sketches and no-nonsense ‘Mum’ character, Richard is encouraging his fans to swap laughter for legwork in support of breast cancer research.
The social media star is supporting the challenge in memory of his mum, who sadly lost her life to cancer in 2014. Richard said:
Comedy is about bringing people together, and this challenge is no different. Cancer affects so many of us, either personally or through someone we love. I’m supporting this campaign for everyone whose lives have been impacted by this devastating disease.
Through his involvement, Richard hopes to inspire his followers and beyond to embrace healthier lifestyles that reduce cancer risk, while also fundraising for life-changing research.
In February, Richard will release a video featuring his ‘Mum’ character – showing support for the charity and encouraging fans and fellow creators to donate, share, and get involved with World Cancer Research Fund.
Reflecting on his much-loved character, Richard shared:
My mum was quite a character herself! She’s the inspiration behind ‘Mum’, and I’m proud to honour her memory in this way.
Funds raised from the challenge will be used to support the CANDO project – a five-year research programme at the University of Southampton exploring how body composition affects breast cancer treatment outcomes and side effects.
Ultimately, this research hopes to find kinder, more effective treatments for breast cancer patients.
Rachael Hutson, CEO at World Cancer Research Fund, commented:
On social media, he’s the ‘mum’ you should listen to and laugh along with! So, who better to raise awareness of cancer prevention and the importance of research in this area? We’re incredibly pleased that Richard is supporting this challenge. Around four in ten cancers are preventable, and with the help of Richard and everyone who donates, we’re taking important steps to reduce that risk.
You can follow Richard on TikTok at @richardfrankscomedy, and find out how to get involved with the challenge below:
More about Richard
Richard Franks is a comedian and writer who rose to prominence on TikTok and Instagram through short-form comedy videos, building an online community of over 1.3 million followers.
He is best known for his popular “Mum” sketches, portraying a sharp-witted, no-nonsense mother navigating everyday life.
Originally from High Wycombe and raised in Folkestone, Richard Franks began honing his comedy craft in 2011, before expanding his reach to social media in August 2020 with the launch of his channel @richardfrankscomedy.
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