Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse and McFly’s lead guitarist Danny Jones have recreated festive photos from their childhood to rally the nation to donate to Lidl Bear’s Toy Bank in its final two weeks. The playful pictures see the duo pose with beloved toys from ‘Christmas past’ - a retro pink telephone, and a rock n’ roll miniature electric guitar.
Oti and Danny will also be donating new and unopened versions of the toys featured in the snaps, joining thousands of donors who have already gifted to the Lidl Bear’s Toy Bank. Oti said: “Initiatives like Lidl Bear’s Toy Bank really mean a lot. You never know how big an impact toys can have on a child - even if you don't know them. No matter how big or small, all donations will provide joy over Christmas - so please donate if you can.”
Danny said: “As a parent, I can‘t imagine my son not having anything to open on Christmas morning. You can’t undervalue the importance of kids playing - it only takes one small toy - in my case, a toy guitar - to inspire something bigger. It’s a hugely important campaign, and I’m privileged to be a part of it.”
