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Lenny Henry makes surprise appearance with rarely-seen partner Lisa Makin

Lenny Henry and his partner of 12 years, Lisa Makin, were pictured at the National Theatre Up Next Gala in London.

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Lenny Henry looks trim as he cosies-up to girlfriend Lisa Makin

Lenny Henry, 63, looked trim as he stepped out with his partner Lisa Makin to The National Theatre s Up Next fundraising gala in London on Tuesday night.

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