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alert-–-bafta-film-awards-2025:-live-updates-from-royal-festival-hall-as-the-first-winners-are-announcedAlert – BAFTA Film Awards 2025: Live updates from Royal Festival Hall as the first winners are announced

Hollywood A-listers have gathered in London for the annual BAFTA Film Awards.

Ahead of an unpredictable awards season, Pope selection thriller Conclave leads the field with 12 nominations, including Best Film and star Ralph Fiennes is up for Best Actor.

Meanwhile Spanish-language musical Emilia Perez follows close behind with 11 nominations.

Follow all the action on the day with red carpet arrivals, gossip, winners and updates from the ceremony at Royal Festival Hall.

Live updates below

18:05

The first award of the night goes to… Dune: Part Two!

The first gong handed out is for best special visual effects, with it being picked up by Dune: Part Two.

The sci-fi epic sequel beat off competition in the category from Wicked, Better Man, Gladiator II and Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes.

Paul Lambert, Stephen James, Rhys Salcombe and Gerd Nefzer proudly accept their award.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: (L-R) Paul Lambert, Stephen James, Rhys Salcombe and Gerd Nefzer poses with the Special Visual Effects Award for 'Dune: Part Two' in the winners room during the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Joe Maher/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

18:02

Host David Tennant has kicked off the ceremony by introducing the biggest films nominated

The actor is back for another turn at presenting the glitzy awards and pokes fun at the long runtime of some of the nominated films.

Noting the need for an intermission in cinema showings of The Brutalist, David issues a warning to winners.

To laughter from the audience, he quips: ‘If you do win, please keep your speeches the opposite to your films, nice and short.’

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Host David Tennant speaks on stage during the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Tristan Fewings/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

17:45

Kylie Jenner joins boyfriend Timothée Chalamet inside after skipping red carpet

After skippin the BAFTAs red carpet and leaving boyfriend Timothée Chalamet to bask in the spotlight alone, Kylie Jenner joined him inside the swanky London ceremony on Sunday.

The actor, 29, who is nominated for Best Actor for his role in A Complete Unknown, posed for the cameras on his lonesome before taking his seat alongside the reality star, 27.

In exclusive footage captured by the lovebirds, who were first linked in April 2023, chatted while sat alongside fellow celebs at the Royal Festival Hall.

Kylie stunned in a daringly plunging backless sequinned black gown which hugged every inch of her jaw-dropping figure.

17:16

Wicked leading ladies Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo reunite

Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo looked happier than ever to reunite at the ceremony.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 Champagne Reception at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Dave Benett/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 Champagne Reception at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Dave Benett/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

17:11

Zoe Saldana stuns in a dramatic off the shoulder lace black gown

Zoe Saldana showed off her amazing figure in a dramatic black lace gown as she hit the star-studded red carpet.

The actress looked incredible in the off the shoulder semi-sheer number which boasted a netted neckline.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher/Shutterstock (15151204lb) Zoe Saldana 78th BAFTA British Academy Film Awards, Arrivals, Royal Festival Hall, London, UK - 16 Feb 2025

16:53

Camilla Cabello shivers as her stunning ensemble leaves her feeling chilly

16:40

Leading Actress favourite Demi Moore dons dazzling colourful sequin gown

Demi Moore, the hot favourite to win the Leading Actress award for The Substance, put on a dazzling display in a colourful sequinned halterneck gown.

The ageless star showed off her incredible figure in the form-fitting dress, which boasted a vast range of different coloured sequinned detailing.

Demi Moore attending the 78th British Academy Film Awards, at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London. Picture date: Sunday February 16, 2025. PA Photo. See PA story SHOWBIZ Bafta. Photo credit should read: Ian West/PA Wire.RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions. Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior consent from rights holder.

16:36

Warwick Davis reveals he learned of BAFTA fellowship on the loo

British actor Warwick Davis, who is set to pick up the Bafta Fellowship, said he learned about his award while checking emails on the toilet.

The Harry Potter star said: ‘I found out last November, I was actually on the toilet reading my emails and received one from Bafta, with a letter attached, saying: ‘You’ve been awarded a fellowship.’

‘I was excited but thought ‘hang on, it could be a scam’, so I checked the email address it come from, and it was indeed a Bafta email address.

‘Then I got very excited and jumped off the loo and ran around the house telling the kids and the dog.’

Warwick, who was born with spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita, a rare bone disorder that results in dwarfism, said he hopes his award is also for his work as an actor as well as his activism.

‘If I can have a sneaky bit of this Bafta for my performance work as well my advocacy, I’d be delighted.’

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Warwick Davis attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

16:34

Newlyweds Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden's adorable red carpet display

Newlyweds Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden put on an adorable red carpet display ahead of her nomination for Best Actress.

The Irish star received a nod for her role in the Orkeny-based Indie film The Outrun and she donned a stunning duck-egg blue sculpted gown for the occasion.

Saoirse married Scottish Slow Horses star Jack last year.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher/Shutterstock (15151204je) Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden 78th BAFTA British Academy Film Awards, Arrivals, Royal Festival Hall, London, UK - 16 Feb 2025

Saoirse Ronan attending the 78th British Academy Film Awards, at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London. Picture date: Sunday February 16, 2025. PA Photo. See PA story SHOWBIZ Bafta. Photo credit should read: Ian West/PA Wire.RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions. Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior consent from rights holder.

16:30

First-time nominee Ariana Grande wows in a ruffled gown

Ariana Grande sported her iconic Glinda pink as she stepped out in a ruffled gown for the BAFTAs.

The singer-actress is nominated for Supporting Actress for her performance as Glinda in the blockbuster Wicked.

She turned heads on the carpet as she donned a black gown with a plunging neckline – as well as a statement pink ruffled skirt.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher/Shutterstock (15151204iw) Ariana Grande 78th BAFTA British Academy Film Awards, Arrivals, Royal Festival Hall, London, UK - 16 Feb 2025

16:28

Selena Gomez turns heads ahead of Supporting Actress hopes

Selena Gomez oozed glamour as she made her way along the BAFTA red carpet on Sunday.

Showing off her eye-popping cleavage, Selena slipped into a plunging black gown with a silver bejewelled top.

Selena landed herself a Supporting Actress nod for her role in the highly commended Emilia Perez.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Selena Gomez attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Selena Gomez attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

16:20

Bridget Jones nepo baby stuns in daring mesh gown – but can you guess who her very famous mother is?

16:16

Marianne Jean-Baptiste's loved-up display ahead of Best Actress hopes

Best Actress hopeful Marianne Jean-Baptiste was joined by her husband Evan Williams, as the couple cosied up to one another during the red carpet.

The star is nominated for her role in Mike Leigh’s Hard Truths and donned a custom McQueen gown.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Marianne Jean-Baptiste and Evan Williams attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

16:10

Best Actress hopeful Cynthia Ervio ditches her Wicked green for white lace look

Cynthia Erivo ditched her iconic Elphaba green hue at the BAFTAs as she donned a white lace gown.

The Best Actress nominee looked delighted as she arrived ahead of the ceremony, and showed off her glitzy nails.

She wore a white lace corseted gown complete with a high neckline fabric overlay.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Cynthia Erivo attends the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images)

15:59

Irish nominees Kneecap make iconic red carpet statement

Irish group Kneecap were among those arriving on the BAFTA red carpet – but one star in particular stood out.

Their film depicting the rise of their hip hop group – composed of members Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap and DJ Próvaí – is nominated in six categories at the event, making it one of the leading works.

And to celebrate its message of bringing the Irish language into the mainstream, DJ Próvaí sported a balaclava and and suit in the style of their national flag.

Kneecap attending the 78th British Academy Film Awards, at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London. Picture date: Sunday February 16, 2025. PA Photo. See PA story SHOWBIZ Bafta. Photo credit should read: Ian West/PA Wire.RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions. Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior consent from rights holder.

15:53

Camila Cabello sets pulses racing in a blush sheer gown

Camila Cabello set pulses racing in a blush gown with a sheer sequinned skirt as she made an appearance on the red carpet.

Ahead of presenting an award at the ceremony, Camila looked every inch the Hollywood beauty in a daring blush pink satin gown with a revealing diamante skirt.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Camila Cabello attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

15:45

Stars descend on the BAFTAs red carpet

15:40

Pamela Anderson goes make-up free in stunning carpet look

Pamelia Anderson once again walked the red carpet make-up free as she made a glamorous appearance at the BAFTAs.

She cut a glamorous figure in a busty white gown with a dramatic flowing train as she arrived for the glitzy event.

The Baywatch star has leaned into embracing her natural beauty recently and speaking exclusively to DailyMail.com, an insider close to her revealed that Pamela is delighted that she is ‘being applauded for her toned-down looks and recognized for her true talent.’

They said: ‘Pamela has gotten so much positive feedback from women all over the world for her natural glow up.

‘She has become an icon who is now known for baring her all-natural self.

‘While Pam recognizes that a little more make up would have gone fabulous with her gown, she also realizes that this is not true to who she is anymore.

‘To do herself up – whether at the awards or anywhere else for that matter – would make her not true to herself.’

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Pamela Anderson attends the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage)

15:33

Host David Tennant and wife Georgia's loved-up red carpet display

15:32

AJ Odudu is Princess Leia

AJ Odudu made a dramatic entrance in a revealing white hooded gown with a daring thigh-high split.

The Big Brother star channelled her inner Princess Leia with the sexy look, which she teamed with matching heels.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: AJ Odudu attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

15:30

Annabelle Wallis puts on show-stopping display

Annabelle Wallis put on a show-stopping display in a gorgeous off-the-shoulder metallic gown.

The Peaky Blinders star showed off her incredible figure in the form-fitting dress, with her blonde tresses in a half-up half-down hairstyle.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Annabelle Wallis attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

15:20

From Love Island to red carpet royalty! Molly-Mae Hague makes surprise BAFTA appearance

15:16

EE Rising Star nominee Marisa Abela turns heads in a glamorous glittering gown

Back To Black star Marisa Abela was among the nominees to make an early appearance on Sunday’s red carpet.

The actress, 28, is nominated for this year’s EE Rising Star award – the only gong voted for by the public.

She looked incredible in a figure-hugging black sparkly gown, and slicked her hair up into a bun.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Marisa Abela attends the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images)

15:09

Jeff Goldblum's wife Emilie Livingston raises eyebrows with rogue shoe choice

15:03

A very Bridgerton carpet

Bridgerton stars Hannah Dodd and Florence Hunt kicked off the arrivals for the hit Netflix show.

Hannah looked incredible in a black velvet high-neck gown adorned with a bejwelled overlay.

Meanwhile Florence opted for a navy satin cut-out number.

Bridgerton spin-off star India Amarteifio also made an appearance in a chic bardot ruched brown velvet gown.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Hannah Dodd and Florence Hunt attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Scott Garfitt/BAFTA via Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Hannah Dodd attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Kate Green/Getty Images)

Hannah Dodd

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Florence Hunt attends the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Joe Maher/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

Florence Hunt

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: India Amarteifio attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Joe Maher/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

India Amarteifio

14:59

Jeff Goldblum and Gwendoline Christine lead early red carpet arrivals

14:47

'Well done, lad!': Wallace and Gromit delight with surprise red carpet appearance

Wallace and Gromt fans were delighted on Sunday when the show’s iconic characters made a red carpet appearance at the BAFTAs.

Figurines of the duo posed in front of a miniature BAFTA backdrop alongside newbie baddie Norbot and longtime villain Feathers McGraw.

The Christmas flick Wallace & Gromt: Vengeance Most Fowl is up for three awards at the ceremony: Animated Film, Children’s and Family Film and Outstanding British Film.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Representative of Aardvark Productions displays figurines of Wallace, Gromit and Norbot at the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Joe Maher/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Nick Park and Merlin Crossingham attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

14:38

BAFTA 'ring of steel' after YouTuber prank

BAFTA bosses have reportedly putting a ‘ring of steel’ around this year’s ceremony after a YouTube prankster gatecrashed the stage in 2024.

Last year’s event saw chaos as online influencer ‘Lizwani’ was seen standing in the background behind Oppenheimer actor Cillian Murphy, the movie’s director Christopher Nolan and Back To The Future star Michael J Fox who had just handed over the Best Picture prize.

The self-proclaimed ‘influencer’ who goes online by the name of Lizwani smirked while stood behind producer Emma Thomas – Nolan’s wife – as she delivered her acceptance speech.

BAFTA bosses have enlisted extra security and checks for everyone attending, including the VIPs, for Sunday’s ceremony.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Cillian Murphy, Christopher Nolan, Charles Roven and Emma Thomas accept the Best Film Award for 'Oppenheimer' on stage during the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2024 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 18, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA) Lizwani

14:31

BAFTA After Party thrown into chaos after Chiltern Firehouse blaze

The iconic BAFTAs After Party was plunged into chaos on Friday after a major fire ripped through the exclusive Chiltern Firehouse hotel in Central London – just days before the event.

Months of meticulous planning and tens of thousands of pounds have now gone up in smoke as the streaming giant is forced to find a last-minute replacement for its lavish post-awards bash.

The guest list for Netflix’s afterparty is expected to be in the hundreds, with previous years’ attendees including Ellie Goulding, Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott.

Netflix was forced to urgently source a new venue 48-hours before the star-studded event this weekend.

14:21

Gwendoline Christie debuts dramatic new look

Games Of Thrones actress Gwendoline Christie was among the first stars to grace the red carpet at this year’s BAFTAs.

And the star debuted a dramatic new look as she sported a full head of long white blonde extrensions, which were braided and tied with black bows.

She paired the extravagant hairdo with a gothic black satin wripped gown.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Gwendoline Christie attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

14:13

The red carpet is officially OPEN

David Tennant has been excitedly engaging fans as he made his entrance as host of the EE BAFTAs 2025.

Joining him were co-hosts Alex Zane and Clara Amfo – who looked incredible in a glamorous drooping white gown.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Host David Tennant attends the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Hosts Alex Zane and Clara Amfo attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

14:09

The countdown is over!

BAFTA preparations are complete as stars prepare to descend on the ceremony.

Snaps show staff at the Royal Festival Hall rolling out the red carpet, while the seating plans show a star-studded guest list.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 12: A general view during the

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 15: Workers roll out the cerise carpet ahead of the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall on February 15, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Klára Šimonová/Getty Images)

14:02

A Royal snub!

The Prince and Princess of Wales will miss the Bafta awards ceremony this weekend.

Prince William, 42, attended the event last year, but it is understood he is not planning on being at the star-studded ceremony on Sunday, in his role as president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.

The Princess of Wales will also not be at the red-carpet occasion, Kensington Palace confirmed.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2023 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 19, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Dave J Hogan/Getty Images)

13:55

David Tennant's 'toned down' BAFTAs

Last year, the actor admitted he ‘p***ed’ off Cate Blanchett as he made a joke at her expense during the ceremony.

David said he has ‘learned’ from last year and his goal is to try and make sure no one is left feeling ‘uncomfortable’ while he is attempting to be ‘witty’.

Speaking to Radio Times, David said: ‘The BAFTAs are supposed to be kind, last year we weren’t trying to roast people, but there was a joke about Cate Blanchett, and she looked a little bit annoyed, a little bit p***ed off.

‘And I remember going, “Oh God, no. I think you’re brilliant. I was just trying to be witty and make a point about how you’ve got lots of prizes, and we love you.”

‘So, I think if I’ve learned anything, it’s probably that I’m not interested in picking fights or making anyone feel in any way uncomfortable. If I have a style, it’s only that.’

Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher/Shutterstock (14346641cf) David Tennant 77th British Academy Film Awards, Arrivals, Royal Festival Hall, London, UK - 18 Feb 2024

13:51

Who is set to triumph?

With the most nominations, thriller The Conclave is expected to triumph in multiple categories, including the coveted Best Film, where it is up against The Brutalist, Anora, A Complete Unknown and Emilia Perez.

The hit thriller starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini is about a secretive and high-stakes election of a new Pope, where power, ambition, and personal secrets collide among the warring cardinals.

It has beaten the Golden Globes’ big winner, the Spanish drama Emilia Perez, which has come in second in the number of nominations with 11 BAFTA nods after sweeping up 10 gongs at the Golden Globes last month.

This image released by Focus Features shows Ralph Fiennes in a scene from

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