PATRON
David Walliams
A longstanding admirer of Frankie, David portrayed him in Rather You Than Me and narrated Frankie Howerd in His Own Words.
OUR PATRONS
Friends of Frankie.
Friends of the Trust.
Our patrons share an affection for Frankie and support the Trust’s work in many ways.
OUR PRESIDENT
Dame Joanna Lumley
Joanna succeeded her friend Dame June Whitfield as our President. June had been a close friend of Frankie’s. Joanna and Suzy Aitchison opened the Centre named in June’s memory.
Joanna and June were friends and co-stars in Absolutely Fabulous. Their friendship is part of the Trust’s continuing connection with the entertainment world.
PATRON
Griff Rhys Jones
Griff’s connection includes visits to Frankie’s Somerset home and support for local school fundraising for the Trust.
PATRON
Rafe Spall
Rafe met Dennis while preparing to play him in Rather You Than Me, and became a patron alongside David.
PATRON
Suzy Aitchison
June’s daughter remembers Frankie and Dennis visiting for family Sunday meals, and Frankie’s teasing. She has continued her mother’s support for the Trust.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE WORK
A shared
commitment.
Our trustees bring their time, experience and local connections to the charity.
Meet our trustees