BBC weatherman Owain Wyn Evans took part in a 24-hour drumathon in aid of Children In Need, and he raised an incredible £2m.
Evans became a household name during lockdown when a video of him drumming along to the broadcaster’s classic theme song went viral.
The Welsh broadcaster, 37, began his gruelling challenge on the BBC Breakfast show on Friday at 8.35am, drumming through the day and night until completing his fundraiser early on Saturday.
He finished the marathon drumming session to Britney Spears’s hit Baby One More Time, chosen as the pop star celebrates her conservatorship being officially terminated after 13 years.
After completing the challenge, he said he felt ‘overwhelmed’ by how ‘generous’ people had been in donating.
‘I can’t believe it’s over, surprisingly my hands have held up okay but we’ve had some problems with my arms because they’ve been moving for 24 hours,’ he said.
‘Thank you so much to everyone who has donated, BBC Children In Need helps causes which are really close to my heart.’
The fundraiser, which featured special appearances from the Royal Marine drumming band and members of the BBC Philharmonic, has raised £2,007,250 so far.
A highlight of the event on Friday evening saw the weatherman joined by 50 fellow drummers to perform a rendition of the BBC theme tune.
Many famous drummers made an appearance during the 24-hour stint, including McFly’s Harry Judd, Pulp’s Nick Banks, Cherisse Osei from Simple Minds, Steve White from Style Council, Frank Benbini of Fun Lovin’ Criminals and percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie.