BIG Brother’s AJ Odudu is leading a host of stars calling for the government to take action over hunger issues in the UK. Presenter AJ , 36, along with chef Levi Roots , 66, and actress Joanna Lumley , 78, are among dozens of famous faces highlighting the struggles faced by millions of families. 4 AJ Odudu wants the government to take action over hunger issues in the UK Credit: Getty Shock figures from anti-poverty charity Trussell revealed more than 1.

4 million emergency food parcels had been distributed in the last six months. Over half a million of these have been provided for children, with 63 per cent of the overall number going to households with children under 16. These numbers are up 69 per cent on five years ago, with the charity also announcing over 270,000 people visited a food bank for the first time, between April and September this year.

Celebrities from music, TV, film, and entertainment have since highlighted the issue and called for urgent reform to ensure nobody is experiencing hunger. read more on AJ Odudu SLAY-J AJ Odudu reveals £4 secret she swears by to get 'gorgeous glowing skin' show stress Big Brother’s Will Best reveals launch show chaos as AJ pulls out of interview Speaking from Westminster this week, where Trussell were campaigning for change, star of Dragon’s Den and ambassador for the charity Levi said: “It’s heartbreaking that so many families and children still rely on food parcels in a country like ours. “It’s a clear call for g.