The bandana-wearing bear first made an appearance in 1985, but how has he changed over the years - and has he had any lavish looks? Here’s a look at one of the nation’s favourite cuddly bears over the years.
7. Pudsey becomes a rocker
The bear donned a whole new look when he attended The Rock of Ages fundraising performance in aid of Children in Need, at the Shaftesbury Theatre in 2011 in London (Photo: Ben Pruchnie/Getty Images) Photo: Ben A. Pruchnie
8. Pudsey gets a variety of designer makeovers
Pudsey was given a designer wardrobe in 2012, when he was given a makeover by famous designer brands, including Burberry, Victoria Beckham, Gucci and Prada (Photo: BBC Children in Need) Photo: BBC Children in Need
9. Pudsey gets a leopard print look
Designer brand Versace gave Pudsey a gold and leopard print makeover in 2012 (Photo: BBC Children in Need) Photo: BBC Children in Need
10. Mingling among the stars
The bear also met Kylie Minogue and Charlotte Tilbury at the BBC Children in Need's Pudsey Bear Christmas lights switch-on event at Covent Garden in 2017 (Photo: Tristan Fewings/Getty Images) Photo: Tristan Fewings
11. Pudsey attends a football match
The famous bear has also attended a variety of football games throughout the years, including the Premier League match between Everton FC and West Ham United at Goodison Park in 2019 (Photo: Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) Photo: Ian MacNicol