Christopher Biggins Ambassador Expand Christopher Biggins ‘Biggins’ is a bona fide national treasure and star of stage and screen. His performances in cult films such as The Rocky Horror Picture Show and The Tempest to classic TV shows like Porridge and Rentaghost, make him one of the most well-loved British actors. He is also a veteran of panto and the ultimate pantomime dame.
Iain Duncan Smith Patron Expand Rt. Hon Iain Duncan Smith MP is the Member of Parliament for Chingford and Woodford. A former leader of the Conservative Party, he established the Centre for Social Justice, an independent think tank committed to tackling poverty and social breakdown. After the 2010 election Iain was appointed Secretary of State for Work and Pensions.He provides the hospice with regular and invaluable support including hosting supporter lunches at the House of Commons.
Martin Ellice Patron Expand Martin Ellice is the Group Joint Managing Director of Northern and Shell PLC, a media group which publishes the Daily Express, Sunday Express, Daily Star, Daily Star Sunday, OK! Magazine, new! Magazine, Star magazine and also The Health Lottery which raises millions of pounds per annum for health-related good causes. Martin says: "Haven House is a wonderful charity and I am so proud to be one of its Patrons. It does great work for the children, families and local community and I know how fundamental fundraising is to its existence." Martin’s wife, Gillian and their two daughters, Lara and Amy, have all helped to raise money for Haven House.
Barry Hearn Patron Expand Barry Hearn was born in Dagenham and educated in Buckhurst Hill. Barry is a sporting events promoter and the founder and chairman of promotions company Matchroom Sport.Haven House has been the chosen charity for both World Snooker and Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), thanks to Barry’s role as Chairman of both organisations. In addition he has secured a raft of sportspeople and auction prizes to assist our fundraising efforts. Speaking about becoming a Haven House Patron, Barry said: ‘I’ve really got to know the staff at Haven House over the years and have seen for myself the great work that the hospice does for children and families in the local community.’Married to Susan with two children, Barry lists his sporting interests as poker, fishing, running and golf.
Rochelle Humes Ambassador Expand Rochelle Humes - a self-proclaimed 'professional multitasker' – is just that. Enjoying continued success with The Saturdays, Rochelle also regularly fronts ITV’s ‘This Morning’ and curates her very own Very clothing range whilst being full-time Mum to Alaia-Mai.
Gary Lucy Patron Expand Gary Lucy is known for his roles in Hollyoaks, Footballer's Wives, Eastenders and The Bill and he has also competed in Dancing on Ice. He has made an art of appearing on game shows in aid of Haven House and this includes Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, winning £25,000, Celebrity Mr & Mrs with his wife Natasha, where they won £5,000, Family Fortunes where he scooped the jackpot of £30,000 and Big Stars, Little Stars with his daughter India winning £15,000.
Vicki Michelle MBE Patron Expand Vicki Michelle MBE is best known as the iconic Yvette in nine seasons of the BBC series 'Allo 'Allo. Vicki has had an extensive acting career in TV, films and the theatre and is a star of the pantomime circuit. She is President of the Lady Taverners - Essex Branch and is an active and committed charity worker. Vicki first became a patron of Haven House when her young nephew was a visitor to the Hospice.
Ben Shephard Patron Expand Ben Shephard is engaging and warm and renowned for his ability to bring out the best in people and this, combined with his dynamic and energetic style, makes him one of the most popular presenters in the UK.Ben presents ITV1's Good Morning Britain and is host anchor for Sky Sports Champions League, Goals on Sunday and League Cup coverage. Amongst his achievements Ben hosted GMTV for ten years and was also part of the X Factor team hosting three seasons. Ben now presents Good Morning Britain and Ninja Warrior UK.Passionate about people, Ben is a patron of several charities including Haven House and regularly supports the hospice with his presenting skills and attending events.
Ray Winstone Patron Expand Ray Winstone is one of Britain's most prolific, charismatic and acclaimed international actors. His career, which spans three decades, has seen him tackle such diverse and complex roles from King Henry VIII to gangster bosses and from Beowulf to The Chronicles of Narnia. He has won two international Emmy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, three British Independent Film Awards and has been nominated for two BAFTAs.
Mark Wright Ambassador Expand Mark Wright burst on to our TV screens in October 2010 and has gone on to become one of the most popular, and talked about media personalities in the UK. He has a successful TV presenting career, his own Heart FM radio show, an incredible two million followers on Twitter and is the face of Littlewoods.com.In 2014 Mark made it to the finals of Strictly Come Dancing and hosted our annual Haven House ball in 2015.