ANI
24 Mar 2025, 16:14 GMT+10
Washington [US], March 24 (ANI): The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced that Emmy-winning actor Alan Cumming will host this year's BAFTA TV Awards.
According to Deadline, the ceremony, which celebrates the best in British television, will take place on Sunday, May 11.
Cumming, the performer known for his roles in 'The Good Wife', 'Golden Eye', and 'Spy Kids', is set to bring his unique brand of humour and charm to the event.
Emma Baehr, Executive Director of Awards & Content at BAFTA, expressed her excitement about Cumming's involvement, saying, 'He will definitely bring a playful sense of mischief and fun to the ceremony, so audiences should expect the unexpected at Britain's biggest celebration of TV,' as quoted by Deadline.
The nominations for the BAFTA TV Awards will be announced in the coming days, with shows like 'Baby Reindeer', 'Mr Bates vs the Post Office', and 'The Traitors' UK expected to receive recognition.
Cumming's hosting gig marks the second time a Scottish actor has taken the helm at a BAFTA ceremony this year, following 'Doctor Who' star David Tennant's stint as host of the film awards.
The BAFTA TV Awards take place on Sunday, May 11. (ANI)
Get a daily dose of Scotland Star news through our daily email, its complimentary and keeps you fully up to date with world and business news as well.
Publish news of your business, community or sports group, personnel appointments, major event and more by submitting a news release to Scotland Star.
More InformationLONDON/STOCKHOLM: The Persson family is ramping up its investment in the H&M fashion empire, fueling renewed speculation about a potential...
PARIS, France: L'Oréal is making a fresh play in the booming premium haircare segment with a new acquisition. The French beauty conglomerate...
LONDON, UK - Lawmakers in the United Kingdom have voted overwhelmingly to proscribe the direct-action group Palestine Action as a terrorist...
PARIS, France: France is taking stronger steps to reduce smoking. A new health rule announced on Saturday will soon ban smoking in...
]LONDON, U.K.: A World Health Organization (WHO) expert group investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic released its final...
LONDON, U.K.: British oil giant Shell has denied reports that it is in talks to acquire rival oil company BP. The Wall Street Journal...
WASHINGTON, D.C.: President Donald Trump will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday. President...
GENEVA, Switzerland: A new United Nations report alleges that dozens of global corporations are profiting from and helping sustain...
LONDON, UK - Lawmakers in the United Kingdom have voted overwhelmingly to proscribe the direct-action group Palestine Action as a terrorist...
DHARAMSHALA, India: The Dalai Lama is set to address a significant three-day conference of Buddhist leaders this week, coinciding with...
WASHINGTON, D.C.: In a significant ruling last week, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Texas law requiring age verification for users...
ISTANBUL/PARIS/BRUSSELS: As searing temperatures blanket much of Europe, wildfires are erupting and evacuation orders are being issued...