Russell Howard has revealed that his and his wife Cerys’s son, Felix, died just hours after being born. Felix died several months ago, the Mock the Week comedian explained, but he and Cerys, a doctor, did not announce they were expecting at the time and had chosen to grieve in private. They helped us navigate an unimaginable heartache and gave us support when we needed it most.” The British comedian shared his family’s tragic loss with his followers as he announced that they had established the Felix Foundation, aimed at relieving the needs of those affected by miscarriage, premature birth, stillbirth or neonatal death.
He also praised their bereavement nurse, Lauren, who had experienced a similar ordeal herself and decided to retrain as a midwife in order to give families the best care possible. We could hold him, talk to him and tell him just how much we loved him. The funding would also help provide “emotional support and practical assistance… providing or funding dedicated rooms, facilities, equipment and resources within hospitals, maternity units, neonatal units and other appropriate healthcare settings, supporting the care, wellbeing and dignity of babies and their families”.
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In the same post, Howard announced that he will host a charity event to raise funds for the Felix Foundation at the O2 Arena in London on 8 February 2027, featuring an all-star comedy lineup including Jimmy Carr, Greg Davies, John Bishop, Michael McIntyre and Mo Gilligan. Howard and Cerys, an NHS geriatric doctor, share another son, who was born in May 2025. The couple have been together since 2004.
The comedian recently concluded a sold-out run of shows at Edinburgh Fringe festival, and is now on a stand-up tour of the UK. The Sands national helpline provides support for anyone affected by the death of a baby. You can call 0808 164 3332 free of charge, or email [email protected] Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
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