Okay, besties, the biggest night in British film is, like, totally happening right now, and the drama, the glam, and the wins are already giving major awards season vibes! The 78th British Academy Film Awards (aka the BAFTAs) are going down at London’s Royal Festival Hall, and let me tell you—the stars? Shining. The fashion? Iconic. And the winners? Some major surprises!
David Tennant is back hosting for the second year in a row (love that for him), and the show started at 7 p.m. GMT, airing live on BBC One and iPlayer for all the UK besties, with BritBox International streaming for those across the pond. But, like, who’s actually winning? Grab your popcorn, ‘cause here’s the tea!
The Big Winners (So Far!)
The biggest flex of the night? Emilia Pérez totally slaying and taking home Best Film and Best Film Not in the English Language. And our girl Selena Gomez just scooped up Best Supporting Actress for her role in it! Like, hello? Queen behavior!
Meanwhile, British drama Conclave took home Outstanding British Film, and it’s honestly not shocking since it led the nominations with 12 nods.
For the acting categories, we’ve got:
👑 Best Leading Actor – Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice)
👑 Best Leading Actress – Saoirse Ronan (The Outrun)
👑 Best Supporting Actor – Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
👑 Best Supporting Actress – Selena Gomez (Emilia Pérez)
And can we talk about Denis Villeneuve winning Best Director for Dune: Part Two? Like, yes. He totally deserved it. The film also cleaned up in Best Sound and Best Special Visual Effects because, duh, it’s Dune.
Oh, and for all the up-and-coming stars out there, the EE Rising Star Award (which, btw, is voted by the public) went to Mikey Madison. Future icon alert!
Fashion Moments & Red Carpet Slayage
Now, obviously, the BAFTAs aren’t just about who wins—it’s about the lewks, darling. And let me tell you, the stars did not come to play.
Demi Moore turned heads in a custom Alexander McQueen backless sequin gown, and it was everything. The sparkle? Perfection. The confidence? Unmatched. Meanwhile, Selena Gomez rocked an elegant black Valentino dress, and Saoirse Ronan was giving classic Hollywood in a soft pastel gown. Like, obsessed.
What’s Next?
The night is far from over, bestie! There are still more awards to be announced, and the after-parties? They’re gonna be iconic. But for now, let’s just bask in the ✨ drama ✨ of the night’s biggest wins.
You can keep up with the live updates over on The Guardian or catch the full show on BBC One and iPlayer (or BritBox International for all you non-UK besties).
So, like, what do we think of the winners so far? Shook? Mad? Totally expected? Spill the tea in the comments! 🍵
XOXO,
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