Sir Lenny Henry receives Freedom of the City of London

Sir Lenny Henry after receiving the Freedom of the City of London at the Guildhall (Lucy North/PA) - (PA Wire)

Sir Lenny Henry has been given the Freedom of the City of London in recognition of his “significant contribution to the entertainment industry and charitable fundraising” across a career that spans five decades.

Actor, writer and comedian Sir Lenny attended a ceremony at the Guildhall in the capital after being nominated by Lord Mayor Alastair King.