Alex Jones announced as BBC Children in Need presenter ahead of 2026 Appeal show

Alex is the first of this year’s presenting team to be revealed, with further announcements coming in the lead-up to the charity’s flagship fundraising show

(Image: BBC/Guy Levy) Alex Jones is joining the presenting lineup for BBC Children in Need’s 2026 Appeal Show, which will air on Friday 13 November on BBC One and iPlayer.

A long-standing supporter of the charity, Alex is the first presenter to be revealed as part of this year’s presenting team, with further announcements taking place in the lead-up to the charity’s flagship fundraising show.