British actress Olivia Colman has lent her support to leukaemia and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation charity Anthony Nolan, and features in a YouTube video conversation with a mum, Holly Cross, whose son was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder.

The Lost Daughter star, a patron of the charity, discussed the importance of donations for Anthony Nolan's work, and commented 'Speaking to the amazing Holly and hearing how Rupert is doing five years after his lifesaving transplant made my day! Shirley Nolan was the pioneer who has made it possible for families to have a second chance to stay together and even grow to include strangers. The fact Holly shares her story so generously to raise awareness of the incredible work carried out by Anthony Nolan to help the charity continue Shirley and Anthony’s legacy blows me away'.