Stephen Fry wins record £250,000 on Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire

Stephen Fry made history on Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire by winning £250,000, the largest amount ever for a celebrity on the show. He participated in the first episode of the celebrity edition on January 26. Fry received crucial help from host Jeremy Clarkson, particularly during a geography question about European cities. Clarkson's guidance helped Fry advance to the next round, where he ultimately decided to bank his winnings. Fry plans to donate his prize to the mental health charity Mind, where he has served as president since 2011. Viewers praised his knowledge and approach to the questions during the show.