Barry Manilow

Thousands of mourners gathered at a British cathedral on Thursday to celebrate the life of a teenager who raised millions of pounds for cancer charities after people worldwide became absorbed by his "bucket list".

Comedian Ricky Gervais and singer Barry Manilow are among those paying tribute to a teenager from central England who inspired a nation to give 3 million pounds ($5 million) to support cancer research.

R Rahman has joined pop stars Barry Manilow and Jamiroquai in the lineup of artists to perform at the annual Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo.

Thousands of mourners gathered at a British cathedral on Thursday to celebrate the life of a teenager who raised millions of pounds for cancer charities after people worldwide became absorbed by his "bucket list".

Comedian Ricky Gervais and singer Barry Manilow are among those paying tribute to a teenager from central England who inspired a nation to give 3 million pounds ($5 million) to support cancer research.

R Rahman has joined pop stars Barry Manilow and Jamiroquai in the lineup of artists to perform at the annual Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo.