Advertisement

Brian Blessed urges country to 'wear a bloody mask' in coronavirus campaign

Brian Blessed stands inside farmer Tom Pearcy's Maze on July 11, 2014. (Anna Gowthorpe/Getty Images)
Brian Blessed stands inside farmer Tom Pearcy's Maze on July 11, 2014. (Anna Gowthorpe/Getty Images)

Yahoo Entertainment is committed to finding you the best products at the best prices. We may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change.

Flash Gordon star Brian Blessed has co-written and narrated an illustrated digital storybook titled Wear A Bloody Mask.

The story aims to share a public health message with adults about the importance of wearing face coverings in order to stop the spread of coronavirus.

The book features scenarios in which people are required to wear a mask and warns those flouting the rules.

The book, which is available online, was produced by mask manufacturer Wise Protec and Blessed.

Brian Blessed in the new digital storybook (Wise Protec/PA)
Brian Blessed in the new digital storybook (Wise Protec/PA)

The Yorkshire-born actor, 84, said: “Like so many others, my friends, family and my wife have been affected by the pandemic.

Read more: Brian Blessed will kill anyone who tries to remake Flash Gordon

“Wearing a bloody mask is such a simple thing, but it is essential to protect ourselves and each other during this pandemic.

Brian Blessed in the new digital storybook (Wise Protec/PA)
Brian Blessed in the new digital storybook (Wise Protec/PA)

“It’s absolutely baffling to me why people still don’t follow the Government requirements and wear a mask – even though they know the risks of Covid-19.

“It’s a gigantically important message that we are looking to drive home with Wise Protec.

Coronavirus: what happened today

Click here to sign up to the latest news and information with our daily Catch-up newsletter

“We want to give the mask-averse a big old shake and tell them to get that mask over their mouth and nose.

Brian Blessed in the new digital storybook (Wise Protec/PA)
Brian Blessed in the new digital storybook (Wise Protec/PA)

“We hope we’ve done it in a way that resonates with the British sense of humour.”

The online book features cartoon images of Blessed wearing a face covering in public places.

The story contains lines such as: “The shops are full of people, I know it’s a lot to ask, but don’t be a nitwit, please wear a bloody mask.”

Watch: Brian Blessed talks to Yahoo about Flash Gordon