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The stars have descended on TV’s biggest nights out – the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards.

Arrivals on the vast red carpet at London Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday included I’m A Celeb star Maura Higgins, actress Billie Piper, and Love Islanders Tasha Ghouri and Ekin-Su Culculoglu.

It marked the first time Maura, 34, had taken to a red carpet since she was caught kissing her I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here co-star Danny Jones at a BRITs after party in March.

While the reality personality has remained largely under the radar since their drunken smooch, she returned to the spotlight in dramatic style at the event as she stunned in a backless pale blue dress.

The TV host wore her brunette locks in a sleek flicked out style, while opting for a glamorous coat of make-up to complete her evening ensemble with dazzling drop earrings. 

Reality personality Tasha, who appeared on the most recent series of Strictly, who wowed in a racy white corset dress as she put on an elegant display at the prestigious event.

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The stars have descended on TV’s biggest nights out – the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards – at London Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday

Arrivals on the vast red carpet at London Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall on Sunday included I'm A Celeb star Maura Higgins , actress Billie Piper , and Love Islanders Tasha Ghouri and Ekin-Su Culculoglu

Arrivals on the vast red carpet at London Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday included I’m A Celeb star Maura Higgins , actress Billie Piper , and Love Islanders Tasha Ghouri and Ekin-Su Culculoglu 

It marked the first time Maura, 34, had taken to a red carpet since she was caught kissing her I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here co-star Danny Jones

Reality personality Tasha, who appeared on the most recent series of Strictly, who wowed in a racy white corset dress as she put on an elegant display

It marked the first time Maura, 34, had taken to a red carpet since she was caught kissing her I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here co-star Danny Jones at a BRITs after party in March 

Billie Piper wowed in a quirky pleated skirt dress with sheer black tights

Billie Piper wowed in a quirky pleated skirt dress with sheer black tights

Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu looked stunning in a beaded semi-sheer mini dress which flaunted her long legs

She added a pair of sparkly heels to the outfit

Ekin-Su beamed in the photo as she attended without boyfriend Curtis Pritchard

Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu looked stunning in a beaded semi-sheer mini dress which flaunted her long legs

2025 BAFTA TV AWARD WINNERS AT A GLANCE

Drama Series – Blue Lights (BBC One)

Limited Drama – Mr Bates vs the Post Office (ITV1)

International – Shogun (Disney+) – WINNER

Scripted Comedy – Alma’s Not Normal (BBC Two) 

Entertainment – Would I Lie To You? (BBC One)

Entertainment Performance – Joe Lycett, Late Night Lycett (Channel 4)

Strictly Come Dancing: Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell’s Waltz to You’ll Never Walk Alone (BBC One)

Factual Entertainment – Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour (BBC Two)  

Factual Series – To Catch a Copper (Channel 4)

Specialist Factual – Atomic People (BBC Two)

Live Event Coverage – Glastonbury 2024 (BBC Two) 

News Coverage – BBC Breakfast: Post Office Special (BBC One)

Single Documentary – Ukraine: Enemy In The Woods (BBC Two)

Leading Actress – Marisa Abela, Industry (BBC One) 

Leading Actor – Lennie James, Mr Loverman (BBC One)

Supporting Actress – Jessica Gunning, Baby Reindeer (Netflix)

Supporting Actor – Ariyon Bakare, Mr Loverman (BBC One)

Female Performance in a Comedy – Ruth Jones, Gavin & Stacey (BBC One)

Male Performance in a Comedy – Danny Dyer, Mr Big Stuff (Sky Comedy)

Reality – The Jury: Murder Trial (Channel 4)

Soap – EastEnders (BBC One) 

Daytime – Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure (BBC Two) – WINNER

Current Affairs – State of Rage (Channel 4)

Shortform – Quiet Life (BBC Three)

Sport – Paris 2024 Olympics (BBC Sport)

Children’s Non Scripted – FYI Investigates: Disability and Me (Sky Kids)

Children’s Scripted – CBeebies As You Like It at Shakespeare’s Globe (CBeebies) 

The strapless gown featured a stunning fishtail design and she kept the whole look glam with a bouncy blown out hairstyle and soft make-up.

She joined Laura Whitmore who stood out in a busty black and white waistcoat, looking suitably suited and booted for her big night.

They were also in the company of Binky Felstead , who looked every inch the picture perfect princess in a pale pink dress with a floral applique design. 

Meanwhile, Emily Atack commanded attention in a white dress and bold leather long gloves as she posed with Rivals co-star Alex Hassell ahead of the ceremony,

The actress looked incredible in the figure hugging number which boasted large shoulder pads and short sleeves, while putting on a leggy display through a thigh high split and elevated her frame in a pair of black stilettos.

Styling her long blonde tresses in waves, Emily toted her belongings in a satin black handbag.

The Inbetweeners star was all smiles as she posed with Alex, who looked dapper in a black blazer and brown trousers complete with a brown bow tie.

Christine McGuinness turned heads in a very busty floor length gown as she let her hair down at the star-studded event, oozing sex appeal in a cleavage-flashing white dress which perfectly hugged her trim figure.

Maura was given a helping hand on the red carpet by a member of her team as she got into position

Maura was given a helping hand on the red carpet by a member of her team as she got into position

Billie wore her tousled locks piled on top of her head with strands framing her face

She added a silver chain to complete her ensemble

Billie wore her tousled locks piled on top of her head with strands framing her face

Laura Whitmore stood out in her waistcoat and trousers

The stars have started to arrive for one of TV's biggest nights out - the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards

Laura was looking suitably suited and booted for her big night

Laura Whitmore cut a cool figure in a black and white waistcoat with trousers while Binky Felstead oped for princess chic 

Emily Attack cut an edgy figure in a form-fitting white dress with structured shoulders and black PVC gloves

She was joined by her Rivals co-star Alex Hassell

Emily Attack cut an edgy figure in a form-fitting white dress with structured shoulders and black PVC gloves

The Traitors star Leanne Quigley looked striking in a showstopping blue dress with a racy thigh slit

Ashley James also opted for pale blue

The decorative dress featured a pretty swirly pattern

The Traitors star Leanne Quigley looked striking in a showstopping blue dress with a racy thigh slit

Gabby Allen put on a risque display in a semi-sheer black lace dress with a thigh slit

The ab-flashing number showed off her ripped physique

Gabby Allen put on a risque display in a semi-sheer black lace dress with a thigh slit

Also in attendance on the night was Lottie Tomlinson and her fiance Lewis Burton

Lottie looked incredible in a black strappy dress

Lewis looked smart in a black tuxedo

Also in attendance on the night was Lottie Tomlinson and her fiance Lewis Burton

Una Healy put on a leggy display in a glitzy silver mini dress with a puff ball trim

Una Healy put on a leggy display in a glitzy silver mini dress with a puff ball trim

Una Healy put on a leggy display in a glitzy silver mini dress with a puff ball trim

Una styled her dazzling dress with strappy heels

Lucy looked lovely in a sparkly black dress

Kimberley wore a black and white gown

Una joined former Made In Chelsea star Lucy Watson and Girls Aloud singer Kimberley Walsh

The Real Housewives of Cheshire star turned up the heat as she put on a busty display in the daring long sleeved garment, which featured a racy cut out and metallic paint drips that covered Christine’s modesty.

The star opting for a pair of silver drop earrings as accessories and teamed her look with chunky gold bag and silver heels, leaving her blonde locks to flow over her shoulders.

The ex-wife of Paddy McGuinness and seemed to be on cloud nine as she pouted and posed up a storm on the red carpet.

Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo put on a loved-up display on the red carpet, with Sophie looking sensational in satin ruched light pink gown, which featured a high leg split, one shoulder sleeve and cut-out at the bodice.

She paired the stunning gown with gold strappy heels, while Jamie looked dapper in a black shimmery suit with a navy shirt and bowtie. 

The pair were seen joking around with Irish presenter Laura Whitmore on the red carpet as the former Love Island host interviewed them.

Elsewhere, Lottie Tomlinson and fiancé Lewis Burton packed on the PDA as they enjoyed a date night out at the awards.

The influencer looked nothing short of sensational in a daring black mesh panel one shoulder gown which showed off her amazing figure. 

Vicky Pattison looked stunning in a busty butter yellow gown which showed off her sizzling figure

Vicky wore her brunette locks in a bouncy blown out style

Vicky wore a pretty pallet of make-up

Vicky Pattison looked stunning in a busty butter yellow gown which showed off her sizzling figure

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly looked dashing in their tuxedos

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly looked dashing in their tuxedos

Christine McGuinness, who recently quit Celebs Go Dating, looked sizzling in a quirky metallic dress

The busty gown featured splash detailing across her bust

Christine McGuinness, who recently quit Celebs Go Dating, looked sizzling in a quirky metallic dress

Ella Morgan stood out from the crowd in her dramatic black and white gown

Ella Morgan stood out from the crowd in her dramatic black and white gown

She held up her clutch bag which had a trans rights message on each side in a bold statement

She held up her clutch bag which had a trans rights message on each side in a bold statement

She held up her clutch bag which had a trans rights message on each side in a bold statement

Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg made a stunning pair as they posed for pictures

Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg made a stunning pair as they posed for pictures

Jamie and Sophie were seen larking around together on the red carpet

Jamie and Sophie were seen larking around together on the red carpet

Emily and her co-star Alex hit the red carpet together

Sophie and Jamie also posed up a storm

Emily and her co-star Alex hit the red carpet together while Sophie and Jamie also posed up a storm

Fiona Button joined Annabel Scholey and Sam Palladio who are set to appear in the next series of The Couple Next Door

Fiona Button joined Annabel Scholey and Sam Palladio who are set to appear in the next series of The Couple Next Door

Emily stood out from the crowd in her kooky red carpet look

Emily stood out from the crowd in her kooky red carpet look

Emily stood out from the crowd in her kooky red carpet look

Lottie, who welcomed her second child Flossie with Lewis in January, turned heads in the backless number which featured a mesh skirt and plunging neckline.

She elevated her frame in a pair of towering clear heels and accessorised with a chunky gold bangle. 

The younger sister of One Direction singer Louis Tomlinson looked happier than ever as she cosied up to Lewis who cut a dapper figure in a black tuxedo. 

The couple are also proud parents to son Lucky, who is now two years old.

Meanwhile, Kate Lawler had fans in stitches as she shared a behind-the-scenes video of her battle with a SKIMS unitard ahead of the awards. 

The Big Brother winner, 43, took to Instagram to document her hilarious ordeal trying to squeeze into the ultra-snug shape wear from Kim Kardashian’s clothing line.

Standing in front of the camera in the skin-toned bodysuit, Kate exclaimed: ‘Have I ripped the crotch or do these actually have pee holes in them?’

The clip then rewound to the former reality star puffing and panting as she tried to wrangle the skintight garment into place, at one point gasping: ‘Oh God, it’s on.’

With visible relief but growing concern, she added: ‘I can’t breathe,’ as she tried to catch her breath from the effort.

After winning just about everything else, there was an inevitability about Mr. Bates vs The Post Office claiming two accolades as the annual event got underway on Sunday evening. 

It was a promising start for ITV, but ultimately the broadcasting giant would be undermined at one of the biggest industry events of the year as the BBC swept the board with 17 wins across a range of channels following another year of triumphant programming. 

Auntie’s undeniable dominance at this year’s ceremony meant a host of favourites missed out on awards – notably ITV golden duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, the much-fancied Amazon Prime dama Rivals and its leading man, David Tennant. 

But the BBC suffered a small blow of its own after hugely popular reality show The Traitors missed out on winning its fourth consecutive award at the annual ceremony. 

Elsewhere, Netflix smash Baby Reindeer and the climactic Gavin & Stacey Christmas special also winning key awards in front of a full house at London’s Royal Festival Hall.

After claiming multiple awards since it aired in 2024 – among them a National Television Award for leading man Toby Jones, a Sky Arts Award and a Venice TV Award –  groundbreaking ITV series Mr. Bates vs The Post Office was widely expected to claim much of Sunday evening’s spotlight.

And it started well, with the show claiming an early award for Limited Drama.

Danny Dyer attended with two of his daughters, Sunnie and Dani

Danny Dyer attended with two of his daughters, Sunnie and Dani

Maura was given a helping hand by a member of her team

Maura was given a helping hand by a member of her team

Jamie and Sophie were chatting to Laura Whitmore at the event

Jamie and Sophie were chatting to Laura Whitmore at the event

Sophie put on a chic display in a slinky neutral gown with a keyhole section

Jamie opted for a black tux and navy shirt

Sophie put on a chic display in a slinky neutral gown with a keyhole section

Faye Tozer

Ashley James

Nikki Sanderson

Faye Tozer, Ashley James and Nikki Sanderson all looked lovely in various shades of blue

Jessie J opted for androgynous chic in a maroon suit with a striped shirt and tie

She styled the look with heels, a brown belt and gold jewellery

Jessie J opted for androgynous chic in a maroon suit with a striped shirt and tie 

Clara Amfo

Kate Lawler

Katie McGlynn

Clara Amfo, Kate Lawler and Katie McGlynn all looked stunning for the occasion 

Malin Andersson brought a pop of colour to proceedings in a bright orange dress

Katie Piper looked lovely in pink

Kelly Brook opted for a busty black gown

Malin Andersson brought a pop of colour to proceedings in a bright orange dress

Marisa Abela looked stunning as she made her way onto the red carpet ahead of Sunday evening's annual ceremony

Marisa Abela looked stunning as she made her way onto the red carpet ahead of Sunday evening’s annual ceremony 

Accepting the gong from Russell Tovey and Daniel Mays, producer Patrick Spencer said: ‘We could only film this because Polly Hill at ITV saved us from getting cancelled and this story only had the impact it did because the people who watched it stood up as one and demanded action with such rage, that the government had no choice but to respond. 

‘Our show didn’t change the law, the people of this nation did. They showed in their response to Mr. Bates vs The Post Office that our country cannot abide liars and bullies.’ 

He added: ‘May it be a warning to those who are supposed to have our backs, that they better not abuse their power.

‘When accepting this award, we would like to go on record that being trusted by the post-masters to tell their story has been the greatest privilege of our lives.’ 

ITV went on to claim a Special Award, presented by Baroness Floella Benjamin – for its work in commissioning Mr. Bates vs The Post Office. 

Urging Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour government to rush through arranged compensation payments for affected former postal employees, ITV boss Kevin Lygo said: ‘Hurry up and pay these people what they are due.’  

More than 700 subpostmasters were prosecuted by the Government-owned organisation and handed criminal convictions between 1999 and 2015 as Fujitsu’s faulty Horizon system made it appear as though money was missing at their branches. 

Former subpostmaster Sir Alan Bates, who was onstage to collect the award on Sunday evening, had his contract terminated by the Post Office in 2003 after refusing to accept liability for shortfalls in the accounts at his branch in Llandudno, North Wales.

The actress showed off her glittering engagement ring while accompanied by actor fiancé Jamie Bogyo

The actress showed off her glittering engagement ring while accompanied by actor fiancé Jamie Bogyo 

Anna Maxwell Martin...

... Nicola Coughlan

... and Claudia Winkleman were also in attendance at the star-studded annual ceremony on Sunday evening

Anna Maxwell Martin (L), Nicola Coughlan (C) and Claudia Winkleman (R) were also in attendance at the star-studded annual ceremony on Sunday evening 

Claudia's trademark heavy fringe was present and correct as she greeted photographers on the red carpet

Claudia’s trademark heavy fringe was present and correct as she greeted photographers on the red carpet 

Stacey Solomon caught the eye in a sheer evening dress...

... while Jessica Wright opted for a floor-length gown with a daring thigh-split (R)

Stacey Solomon caught the eye in a sheer evening dress (L) while Jessica Wright opted for a floor-length gown with a daring thigh-split (R)

Stacey's husband Joe Swash looked appropriately dapper in a smart black tuxedo suit as he joined her at the ceremony

Stacey’s husband Joe Swash looked appropriately dapper in a smart black tuxedo suit as he joined her at the ceremony 

Stacey's sister Jemma Solomon stunned in a black off the shoulder gown

Stacey’s sister Jemma Solomon stunned in a black off the shoulder gown 

(L-R) Gavin & Stacey stars Rob Wilfort, Mathew Horne, Joanna Page, Melanie Walters, Larry Lamb, Ruth Jones, James Corden and Rob Brydon attend the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards

(L-R) Gavin & Stacey stars Rob Wilfort, Mathew Horne, Joanna Page, Melanie Walters, Larry Lamb, Ruth Jones, James Corden and Rob Brydon attend the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards

Gavin & Stacey creators James Corden and Ruth Jones embraced as they posed for a series of red carpet photos

The pair will be hoping their Christmas finale wins an award on Sunday evening

Gavin & Stacey creators James Corden and Ruth Jones embraced as they posed for a series of red carpet photos 

The pair were arm-in-arm on the red carpet outside London's Royal Festival Hall ahead of Sunday evening's event

The pair were arm-in-arm on the red carpet outside London’s Royal Festival Hall ahead of Sunday evening’s event 

They were seen greetings fans outside the sprawling venue as they made their way inside

They were seen greetings fans outside the sprawling venue as they made their way inside 

James Corden and Ruth Jones...

... and Gavin & Stacey co-star Matthew Horne with his wife Celina Bassili

James Corden and Ruth Jones (L) and Gavin & Stacey co-star Matthew Horne with his wife Celina Bassili (R)

Martin Freeman was overshadowed by his glamorous French girlfriend Rachel Benaissa as they entered the ceremony

Martin Freeman was overshadowed by his glamorous French girlfriend Rachel Benaissa as they entered the ceremony 

Marisa Abela...

... and Frankie Bridge

Marisa Abela opted for a smart maroon Bardot top and matching skirt, while Frankie Bridge wore a distinctive black two-piece, accessorised with a matching Chanel handbag 

Damian Lewis was accompanied by his children Manon McCrory-Lewis (L) and Gulliver McCrory-Lewis (R)

Damian Lewis was accompanied by his children Manon McCrory-Lewis (L) and Gulliver McCrory-Lewis (R)

The One Show presenter Alex Jones...

... and actress and presenter Siobhan McSweeney were also in attendance at the event

The One Show presenter Alex Jones (L) and actress and presenter Siobhan McSweeney (R) were also in attendance at the event

Billie Piper showed off her legs in a distinctive pink ruffled gown as she posed for photos on the red carpet

Billie Piper showed off her legs in a distinctive pink ruffled gown as she posed for photos on the red carpet 

A 2024 inquiry heard he first raised issues with the Horizon system in 2000, and on one day in December of that year he called the Post Office helpline seven times, with one call lasting around an hour. 

The night began with Jessica Gunning collecting the award for Best Actress after winning accolades for her portrayal of crazed stalker Martha in Richard Gatt’s hugely successful Netflix drama Baby Reindeer. 

Presented to Gunning by Adolescence stars Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty, the win served as a curtain-raiser for an event in which major TV networks will hope to outmuscle rival streaming services in the battle for public affection. 

But while her award was expected, Danny Dyer served up an early surprise by winning Male Performance in a Comedy for his starring role in Sky Comedy show Mr. Bigstuff. 

Evidently delighted, Dyer credited his family – among them Love Island star daughter Dani – in a profanity-laden acceptance speech that broke ITV’s strict watershed. 

‘What a touch!’ he told the audience. ‘The acting was so bad it was funny. F***ing hell. Girls, Donny and Dani… I’ve done it girls, I’ve f***ing done it.’ 

Returning to the stage as Dyer made his exit, ceremony host Alan Cumming told the audience: ‘I’ve been asked to apologise for the naughty language there.’ 

This Morning presenter Dermot O'Leary was accompanied by his producer wife Dee Koppang at the ceremony

This Morning presenter Dermot O’Leary was accompanied by his producer wife Dee Koppang at the ceremony

Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan looked stunning as she made her way across the red carpet on Sunday evening

... while Alex Jones ensured she claimed her own share of the spotlight

Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan )L) and Alex Jones (R) looked stunning as they made their way across the red carpet on Sunday evening 

Made In Chelsea couple Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo filmed the event after arriving on Sunday afternoon

Made In Chelsea couple Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo filmed the event after arriving on Sunday afternoon 

Celebs Go Dating star Anna Williamson looked trendy in a white blazer and long skirt

Celebs Go Dating star Anna Williamson looked trendy in a white blazer and long skirt

Emma and Matt Willis matched in sharp suits for a joint red carpet appearance

Emma and Matt Willis matched in sharp suits for a joint red carpet appearance 

Recent Celebrity Big Brother star Danny Beard ditched the drag in favour of a sharp white suit ahead of the event

Recent Celebrity Big Brother star Danny Beard ditched the drag in favour of a sharp white suit ahead of the event

Ruth Jones won the Female Performance in a Comedy Programme Award for Gavin & Stacey

... while Jessica Gunning accepted the Supporting Actress Award for Baby Reindeer

Ruth Jones won the Female Performance in a Comedy Programme Award for Gavin & Stacey (L),  while Jessica Gunning accepted the Supporting Actress Award for Baby Reindeer (R)

Former sub-postmasters Jo Hamilton and Sir Alan Bates were on hand to collect the TV Bafta for Limited Drama at London's Royal Festival Hall on Sunday evening

Former sub-postmasters Jo Hamilton and Sir Alan Bates were on hand to collect the TV Bafta for Limited Drama at London’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday evening

Strictly Come Dancing was snubbed of a nomination for the first time in the show's 20-year history

Strictly Come Dancing was snubbed of a nomination for the first time in the show’s 20-year history 

Meanwhile, Netflix phenomenon Baby Reindeer picked up an incredible eight nominations after it proved a global success following its release last year

Meanwhile, Netflix phenomenon Baby Reindeer picked up an incredible eight nominations after it proved a global success following its release last year 

The night began with Jessica Gunning collecting the award for Best Actress after winning accolades for her portrayal of crazed stalker Martha in Richard Gatt's hugely successful Netflix drama Baby Reindeer

The night began with Jessica Gunning collecting the award for Best Actress after winning accolades for her portrayal of crazed stalker Martha in Richard Gatt’s hugely successful Netflix drama Baby Reindeer

Elsewhere it was a special night for Ruth Jones, who accepted the award for female Performance in a Comedy after playing the iconic Nessa for a final time in December’s Gavin & Stacey finale. 

Accepting the award from Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall, she said: ‘I really wasn’t expecting this, so I wanted to thank the wonderful cast. 

‘Huge thank you to the BBC, such a fantastic institution which I am so proud to have worked with so many times.’

Turning to her writing partner, Jones added:  ‘The person I would like to thank most is my dear, kind and talented friend James Corden, with whom I have shared this astonishing journey for 17-years and without whom Vanessa Shanessa Jenson would not have existed.’ 

Hinting at the potential of a new TV project with Corden, she said: ‘I love you James, I love writing with you. Long may it continue.’ 

However the show suffered disappointment in the P&O Cruises Memorable Moment category, with blind comedian Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell’s Strictly Come Dancing waltz beating Smithy’s wedding to the accolade. 

Scooping one of the biggest awards of the night, British star Marisa Abela won the Leading Actress accolade for her starring role in BBC hit Industry.

Collecting her award, the tearful actress said: ‘I’ve been filming Industry for about six years now and (production company) Bad Wolf and HBO, the fact that they let us carry on after season one is mental.’ 

She also said she booked the BBC series, about a group of young finance graduates, in her first year of drama school and said the role of Yasmin “changed my life” as she has gone on to play the late singer Amy Winehouse in the film Back To Black.

Last year’s BAFTA Television Awards delivered an average audience of 2.7 million on BBC One and iPlayer, whilst social media coverage of the night received over 7 million views. 

In the Limited Drama category, Baby Reindeer faced ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, which was based on one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British legal history

In the Limited Drama category, Baby Reindeer faced ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, which was based on one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British legal history

Mr. Bates vs The Post Office got off to an auspicious start by claiming the award for Limited Drama on Sunday evening

Mr. Bates vs The Post Office got off to an auspicious start by claiming the award for Limited Drama on Sunday evening

Jones accepted her award from Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall

Jones accepted her award from Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall

An emotional James Corden appeared to wipe away a tear as Jones paid tribute to him during her acceptance speech

Pictured: James Corden

An emotional James Corden appeared to wipe away a tear as Jones paid tribute to him during her acceptance speech 

Presented by Adolescence stars Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty, Gunning's award served as a curtain-raiser for the event

Presented by Adolescence stars Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty, Gunning’s award served as a curtain-raiser for the event

Abela triumphed over Monica Dolan for playing former subpostmistress Jo Hamilton, Anna Maxwell Martin for true crime miniseries Until I Kill You, Lola Petticrew for historical Northern Irish drama Say Nothing, Sharon D Clarke for Mr Loverman, and Billie Piper for Netflix drama Scoop, about the Newsnight interview between Emily Maitlis and the Duke of York.

Over in the category for Leading Actor, Rivals star David Tennant – one of the favourites for the award – lost out to Lennie James for his starring role in BBC show Mr Loverman. 

It was the second award of the night for Mr Loverman, with James’ co-star Ariyon Bakare winning the Supporting Actor gong earlier that night.

On stage at London’s Royal Festival Hall, James admitted he had not “prepared anything”, explaining he “didn’t think this was coming my way”.

The BBC series, a surprise hit, is based on Evaristo’s novel of the same name about a man who contemplates leaving his wife for his male lover.

James also beat Toby Jones, who was nominated for his role playing Sir Alan Bates, a former subpostmaster and lead campaigner, as well as Baby Reindeer creator Richard Gadd, Martin Freeman for police crime drama The Responder, and Gary Oldman for spy series Slow Horses. 

Disney series Rivals (pictured Emily Atack who starred in the series) and Apple TV's Slow Horses had the same amount of nods

Disney series Rivals (pictured Emily Atack who starred in the series) and Apple TV’s Slow Horses had the same amount of nods 

The best leading actress nominees was Anna Maxwell Martin (Until I Kill You) - - but she failed to win on the night, with the award going to Marisa Abela for her role in Industry

The best leading actress nominees was Anna Maxwell Martin (Until I Kill You) – – but she failed to win on the night, with the award going to Marisa Abela for her role in Industry 

Soap star Danny Dyer  picked up his first BAFTA nomination in the best male comedy performance category for his role in Mr Bigstuff - an award he ultimately won

Soap star Danny Dyer  picked up his first BAFTA nomination in the best male comedy performance category for his role in Mr Bigstuff – an award he ultimately won 

Meanwhile, Glastonbury won its first TV BAFTA in an astonishing 33-years for the BBC’s extensive Live Event Coverage of the event at Somerset’s Worthy Farm. 

EastEnders also got in on the act, with the long-running BBC flagship claiming the award for Best Soap as it celebrates its milestone 40th anniversary. 

The broadcasting giant claimed another gong courtesy of BBC Breakfast, with the morning show winning its first ever TV BAFTA for their Post Office Special. 

Echoing the sentiments of producer Patrick Spencer, the show’s resident producer said: ‘This award is for those nine brave postmasters who sat on our sofa. 

‘They bravely told their stories and they were just a fraction of those who were let down in that terrible scandal. 

‘We will continue to tell your story until you get justice.’

The beaming actress posed with her BAFTA in the press room shortly after exiting the stage

The beaming actress posed with her BAFTA in the press room shortly after exiting the stage 

Danny Dyer served up an early surprise by winning Male Performance in a Comedy for his starring role in Sky Comedy show Mr. Bigstuff

Danny Dyer served up an early surprise by winning Male Performance in a Comedy for his starring role in Sky Comedy show Mr. Bigstuff

Evidently delighted, Dyer credited his family - among them Love Island star daughter Dani - in a profanity-laden acceptance speech that broke ITV's strict watershed

Evidently delighted, Dyer credited his family – among them Love Island star daughter Dani – in a profanity-laden acceptance speech that broke ITV’s strict watershed

Returning to the stage as Dyer made his exit, ceremony host Alan Cumming told the audience: 'I've been asked to apologise for the naughty language there'

Returning to the stage as Dyer made his exit, ceremony host Alan Cumming told the audience: ‘I’ve been asked to apologise for the naughty language there’

Danny Dyer and Katherine Parkinson speak backstage following his win at the star-studded annual event

Danny Dyer and Katherine Parkinson speak backstage following his win at the star-studded annual event

Lennie James accepted the Leading Actor Award for Mr Loverman...

... while Marisa Abela won the Leading Actress accolade for her starring role in BBC hit Industry

Lennie James accepted the Leading Actor Award for Mr Loverman (L), while Marisa Abela won the Leading Actress accolade for her starring role in BBC hit Industry (R)

Abela wiped away tears as she gave her acceptance speech after taking to the podium during Sunday evening's ceremony

Abela wiped away tears as she gave her acceptance speech after taking to the podium during Sunday evening’s ceremony

James was congratulated before making his way to the stage to collect his award at London's Royal Festival Hall

James was congratulated before making his way to the stage to collect his award at London’s Royal Festival Hall 

Abela looked ecstatic as her supportive fiancé Jamie Bogyo congratulated the actress following her win on Sunday evening

Abela looked ecstatic as her supportive fiancé Jamie Bogyo congratulated the actress following her win on Sunday evening 

Collecting her award, the tearful actress said: 'I’ve been filming Industry for about six years now and (production company) Bad Wolf and HBO, the fact that they let us carry on after season one is mental'

She also said she booked the BBC series, about a group of young finance graduates, in her first year of drama school and said the role of Yasmin “changed my life”

Collecting her award, the tearful actress said: ‘I’ve been filming Industry for about six years now and (production company) Bad Wolf and HBO, the fact that they let us carry on after season one is mental’

Abela struggled to control her emotions on a huge night for the actress and her BBC show

Abela struggled to control her emotions on a huge night for the actress and her BBC show

Abela's fiancé joined her onstage as she made her way to the winners room with her newly acquired TV BAFTA Award

Pictured: Marisa Abela and Jamie Bogyo

Abela’s fiancé joined her onstage as she made her way to the winners room with her newly acquired TV BAFTA Award

The actor beat Rivals star David Tennant and Baby Reindeer's Richard Gadd, amongst others, to the Leading Actor award

The actor beat Rivals star David Tennant and Baby Reindeer’s Richard Gadd, amongst others, to the Leading Actor award

Popular BBC show Would I Lie To You  claimed the Entertainment Programme accolade – and gave resident panellist David Mitchell an opportunity to poke fun at beleaguered Prince Andrew.

He said: ‘We have been nominated eight times but this is the first time we have won. They actually abolished the category we were nominated for last year and so we thought next year we would be nominated in news, maybe a short-form drama on something that Prince Andrew has done.’ 

Robert Rinder and Rylan Clark also found themselves among the winners, with BBC show Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour winning the Factual Entertainment award. 

Elsewhere Joe Lycett beat Stacey Solomon, Romesh Ranganathan, Claudia Winkleman, Graham Norton, Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly to the Entertainment Performance award for Channel 4 show Late Night Lycett.

The Fellowship, the highest accolade bestowed by BAFTA upon an individual in recognition of an outstanding and exceptional contribution to film, games or television, was presented by the host Alan Cumming to broadcaster for her unwavering dedication and unmatched legacy in the world of news and current affairs broadcasting.

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2025 TV BAFTA AWARDS – ALL THE WINNERS

Drama Series 

Blue Lights (BBC One) – WINNER

Sherwood (BBC One)

Supacell (Netflix)

Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light (BBC One)

Limited Drama 

Baby Reindeer (Netflix)

Lost Boys and Fairies (BBC One)

Mr Bates vs the Post Office (ITV1) – WINNER

One Day (Netflix)

International 

After The Party (Channel 4)

Colin From Accounts (BBC Two)

Say Nothing (Disney+)

Shogun (Disney+) – WINNER

True Detective: Night Country (Sky Atlantic)

You Are Not Alone: Fighting The Wolfpack, Netflix

Leading Actress 

Anna Maxwell Martin, Until I Kill You (ITV1)

Billie Piper, Scoop (Netflix)

Lola Petticrew, Say Nothing (Disney+)

Marisa Abela, Industry (BBC One) – WINNER

Monica Dolan, Mr Bates Vs The Post Office (ITV1)

Sharon D Clarke, Mr Loverman (BBC One)

Leading Actor 

David Tennant, Rivals (Disney+)

Gary Oldman, Slow Horses (Apple TV+)

Lennie James, Mr Loverman (BBC One) – WINNER 

Martin Freeman, The Responder (BBC One)

Richard Gadd, Baby Reindeer (Netflix)

Toby Jones, Mr Bates Vs The Post Office (ITV1)

Female Performance in a Comedy 

Anjana Vasan, We Are Lady Parts (Channel 4)

Kate O’Flynn, Everyone Else Burns Channel 4)

Lolly Adefope, The Franchise (Sky Comedy)

Nicola Coughlan, Big Mood (Channel 4)

Ruth Jones, Gavin & Stacey (BBC One) – WINNER

Sophie Willan, Alma’s Not Normal (BBC Two) 

Scripted Comedy 

Alma’s Not Normal (BBC Two) – WINNER

Brassic (Sky Max)

G’Wed (ITV1)

Ludwig (BBC One)

Specialist Factual 

Atomic People (BBC Two) – WINNER

Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story (National Geographic)

Children of the Cult (ITV1)

Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain (Channel 4)

Reality  

Dragons’ Den (BBC One)

The Jury: Murder Trial (Channel 4) – WINNER

Love Is Blind (Channel 4)

The Traitors (BBC One)

Current Affairs 

Storyville: Life and Death in Gaza (BBC)

Maternity: Broken Trust (ITV1)

State of Rage (Channel 4) – WINNER

Ukraine’s War: The Other Side (ITV1)

Shortform

Brown Brit (Channel 4)

Peaked (Channel 4)

Quiet Life (BBC Three) – WINNER

Spud (BBC Three)

Factual Entertainment 

In Vogue: The 90s (Vogue Studios, Disney+)

Race Across The World (BBC One)

Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour (BBC Two) – WINNER

Sort Your Life Out (BBC One)

Children’s Scripted 

CBeebies As You Like It at Shakespeare’s Globe (CBeebies) – WINNER

Horrible Histories (CBBC)

Ready Eddie Go! (Sky Kids)Tweedy & Fluff (Channel 5)  

P&O Cruises Memorable Moment

Bridgerton: The carriage scene, where Colin admits his true feelings for Penelope (Netflix)

Gavin & Stacey: The Finale: Smithy’s wedding, when Mick stands up (BBC One)

Mr Bates Vs The Post Office: Jo Hamilton phones the Horizon helpline (ITV1)

Rivals: Rupert Campbell-Black and Sarah Stratton are caught in a game of naked tennis (Disney+)

Strictly Come Dancing: Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell waltz to You’ll Never Walk Alone (BBC One) – WINNER

Traitors: “Paul isn’t my son … but Ross is!” (BBC One)

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell's Strictly waltz scooped the award for P&O Cruises Memorable Moment

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell’s Strictly waltz scooped the award for P&O Cruises Memorable Moment

Male Performance in a Comedy 

Bilal Hasna, Extraordinary (Disney+)

Danny Dyer, Mr Big Stuff (Sky Comedy) – WINNER

Dylan Thomas-Smith, G’wed (ITV2)

Nabhaan Rizwan, Kaos (Netflix)

Oliver Savell, Changing Ends (ITV1)

Phil Dunning, Smoggie Queens (BBC Three)

Danny Dyer won Male Performance in a Comedy Programme for Mr Big Stuff

Danny Dyer won Male Performance in a Comedy Programme for Mr Big Stuff

Supporting Actor

Ariyon Bakare, Mr Loverman (BBC One) – WINNER

Christopher Chung, Slow Horses (Apple TV+)

Damian Lewis, Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light (BBC One)

Jonathan Pryce, Slow Horses (Apple TV+)

McKinley Belcher III, Eric (Netflix)

Sonny Walker, The Gathering (Channel 4) 

Supporting Actress 

Jessica Gunning, Baby Reindeer (Netflix) – WINNER

Katherine Parkinson, Rivals (Disney+)

Maxine Peake, Say Nothing (Disney+)

Monica Dolan, Sherwood (BBC One)

Nava Mau, Baby Reindeer (Netflix)

Sue Johnston, Truelove (Channel)

The 1% Club lost out for Best Entertainment Show

The 1% Club lost out for Best Entertainment Show

Entertainment 

The 1% Club (ITV1)

Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC One)

Taskmaster (Channel 4)

Would I Lie To You? (BBC One) – WINNER

Entertainment Performance

Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway (ITV1)

Claudia Winkleman, The Traitors (BBC One)

Graham Norton, The Graham Norton Show (BBC One)

Joe Lycett, Late Night Lycett (Channel 4) – WINNER

Romesh Ranganathan and Rob Beckett, Rob & Romesh Vs (Sky Max)

Stacey Solomon, Sort Your Life Out (BBC One) 

Factual Series 

American Nightmare (Netflix)

Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams on Tour (BBC One)

The Push: Murder on the Cliff (Channel 4)

To Catch a Copper (Channel 4) – WINNER

Live Event Coverage 

D-Day 80: Tribute To The Fallen (BBC One)

Glastonbury 2024 (BBC Two) – WINNER

Last Night of The Proms (BBC Two)

News Coverage 

BBC Breakfast: Post Office Special (BBC One) – WINNER

Channel 4 News: Inside Sednaya (Channel 4)

Channel 4 News: Undercover Inside Reform’s Campaign (Channel 4)

Single Documentary 

Hell Jumper (BBC Two)

Tell Them You Love Me (Sky Documentaries)

Ukraine: Enemy In The Woods (BBC Two) – WINNER

Undercover: Exposing The Far Right (Channel 4)

Soap 

Casualty (BBC One)

Coronation Street (ITV1)

EastEnders (BBC One) – WINNER

Sport 

Euro 2024 (BBC Sport)

Paris 2024 Olympics (BBC Sport) – WINNER

Wimbledon (BBC Sport)

Daytime 

Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure (BBC Two) – WINNER

Loose Women (ITV1)

Morning Live (BBC One)

Richard Osman’s House of Games (BBC Two)

Children’s Non Scripted 

BoosNoo! (Sky Kids)

FYI Investigates: Disability and Me (Sky Kids) – WINNER

Operation Ouch! (CBBC)

Reu and Harper’s Wonder World (Channel 5)

BAFTA Fellowship

Kirsty Wark – WINNER 

 

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