Ant and Dec to host 'world's biggest music quiz'
Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly are going to attempt to host the world's biggest music quiz in an effort to break a world record and raise money for charity.
Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly are going to attempt to host the world's biggest music quiz.
The TV favourites are taking to the radio in an effort to break a Guinness World Record and raise money for charity as part of Cash for Kids Day on April 30 with the hour-long simulcast set to air across UK stations including Hits Radio, Absolute Radio, KISS, Magic Radio and Greatest Hits Radio.
Ant said: "We love a good music quiz, so the chance to be part of an event like the World’s Biggest Music Quiz for Cash for Kids Day is right up our street.
"The fact we’re also attempting a world record for the most people taking part in an online quiz makes it even more exciting!"
Dec added: "We've been Cash for Kids patrons for over two decades now and this charity does incredible work supporting children and families.
"Bringing everyone together for something fun while raising money for such a brilliant cause is really special. Hopefully loads of people will get involved and help us make world record history."
The quiz will also feature radio presenters including Ken Bruce, Chloe Burrows, Dave Berry, Fleur East, Tyler West, Simon Mayo and Gok Wan as well as Def Leppard star Joe Elliott.
The quiz takes place at 1pm UK time on Thursday April 30 and listeners are being urged to sign up in advance to they can play along as the show airs.
The current Guinness World Record for a big quiz stands at 15,225 participants.
Sally Aitchison MBE, Managing Director, Cash for Kids, said: "Cash for Kids Day is all about raising funds to change the lives of children across the UK who need it most - and this year we’re doing it on a record-breaking scale.
"Putting on the World’s Biggest Music Quiz is a fun way for our supporters, donors and communities to get involved. Whether you’re playing at home, in the office, at school or in your local, every player and every pound raised will help us support more children, living near you, in really tough circumstances or with additional support needs.
"Ant and Dec have been our patrons for over twenty years and we’re thrilled that they’re supporting us on what will be our biggest ever Cash for Kids Day this April 30th."
