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BLF Celebrity Supporters

The British Lung Foundation has a host of celebrities who have very kindly given their time to support our campaigns.

Jonathan Ansell

Jonathan Ansell

Former G4 member Jonathan Ansell, who is now a hugely successful solo artist, won the British Lung Foundation’s male Lungs of the Year to mark the British Lung Foundation’s national Breathe Easy Week (16th-22nd June). The award was a framed photograph of a beautiful glass lung sculpture by award-winning artist Annie Cattrell.

He says: "Having a tenor voice I have to make sure that I take good care of my lungs so that I can reach all those high notes! I am delighted to have won the British Lung Foundation’s Lung of the Year award and I fully support their Big Breaths campaign.”

James Cracknell

James CracknellOlympic gold medalist rower, James Cracknell is supporting the British Lung Foundation's 'big breaths' campaign to mark national Breathe Easy Week (16th-22nd June).

James says: "As an athlete I know how important it is to keep my lungs healthy, that’s why I am supporting the British Lung Foundation's Big Breaths campaign to encourage everyone to look after their lungs by following the BLF's Airway Code".

Melanie C

Melanie CSolo artist and former Spice girl, Melanie C is supporting the British Lung Foundation's 'big breaths' campaign to mark national Breathe Easy Week (16th-22nd June).

"Being a singer I have to make sure that I take good care of my lungs so that I can perform my songs night after night whilst on tour! That's why I have decided to support the British Lung Foundation's Big Breaths campaign to encourage young people to keep active and look after their lungs by following the BLF's airway code."

Joanna Hall

Joanna Hall takes part in radio interviews with Jill Morrell, Head of Public Affairs to publicise Breathe Easy WeekDiet and fitness expert Joanna Hall, is supporting the British Lung Foundation's 'big breaths' campaign to mark national Breathe Easy Week (16th-22nd June). She took part in the British Lung Foundation’s press interview day to promote the benefits of exercise and looking after your lungs. Click here to visit Joanna’s website.

Craig Phillips

Craig Phillips

DIY expert and TV presenter Craig Phillips, winner of Big Brother 1, is supporting the British Lung Foundation’s call for tradespeople to ‘Be Asbestos Aware’. His uncle Gordon has an asbestos-related lung disease, which has had a debilitating impact on his life.

Craig Phillips says: “I am supporting the British Lung Foundation’s campaign because I have seen first hand what asbestos can do and I don’t want anyone else to suffer as my uncle has. I am urging tradespeople to make sure they are asbestos aware and to always stop working and get advice if they think asbestos could be present on their job.”Sir Bobby Robson

Sir Bobby Robson

Former International football player and football manager Sir Bobby Robson are supporting the British Lung Foundation's Big Breaths campaign. Bobby says: "I know only too well how precious your lungs are and how important it is to raise awareness of lung health. I'd advise everyone to look after their lungs, follow the British Lung Foundation's Airway Code and make sure they can take Big Breaths."

Kelly Smith

England and Arsenal Striker, Kelly Smith won the British Lung Foundation’s female Lungs of the Year to mark the British Lung Foundation’s national Breathe Easy Week (16th-22nd June).The award was a framed photograph of a beautiful glass lung sculpture by award-winning artist Annie Cattrell. Kelly Smith

Kelly says: “As a footballer for both Arsenal and England, I know just how important it is to look after my body and have a good diet; it helps me to keep at the top of my game. It’s fantastic to have won the British Lung Foundation’s ‘Lungs of the Year’ award. I am a great supporter of the work that the British Lung Foundation is doing to promote the benefits of having healthy lungs”.

Strictly Come Dancing Stars

Anton du bec, Len Goodman and Darren Gough

Len Goodman, Darren Gough and Anton Du Beke are supporting the British Lung Foundation's 'big breaths' campaign to mark national Breathe Easy Week (16th-22nd June).