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The 2024 British Academy Film Awards, more commonly known as the BAFTAs, took place on Sunday (February 18) at the Royal Festival Hall in Southbank Centre in London, England.

As we get closer to the Oscars, other awards shows will help us predict who wins the top awards this year and we have the results from the 2024 BAFTAs.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor took to the stage at the BAFTA Film Awards tonight to perform her resurgent hit ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ – watch the footage below.The song features memorably over the now infamous final scene of Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn, and since the film’s release at the end of 2023, it has became a viral hit on TikTok and even entered the Billboard Hot 100 – her first-ever song to chart in the US. It also climbed the UK single charts, peaking at Number Two last month.The BAFTAs ceremony was hosted tonight (February 18) by David Tennant at London’s Royal Festival Hall in the Southbank Centre.

Kate Middleton is unable to attend the 2024 BAFTAs, so her husband Prince William has a very A-List seatmate instead this year.

The 2024 BAFTAs took place on Sunday evening (February 18) at Royal Festival Hall in London, England.

David Tennant is gearing up to host the Bafta Film Awards on Sunday, February 18 at the Royal Festival Hall in London’s Southbank Centre.

The Bafta Film Awards celebrates some of the best British and international films released over the past year.

BAFTAs (British Academy Film Awards) are taking place tonight (February 18) – check out all the winners so far below.The ceremony is being hosted by David Tennant for the first time, taking place at London’s Royal Festival Hall in the Southbank Centre.The nominations were announced in January, with Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer picking up the most nods with 13, while Barbie and Saltburn were up for five each.Sophie Ellis-Bextor performed ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ at the ceremony, following on from its huge resurgence in popularity as a result of its memorable inclusion in the final scene in Saltburn.Samantha Morton was also awarded the BAFTA Fellowship Award, while the Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award was handed out to June Givanni, a Guyanese-born, London-based film curator, who has long supported and platformed African cinema.Check out the full list of BAFTA winners below.Best FilmAnatomy of a FallThe HoldoversKillers of The Flower MoonOppenheimerPoor ThingsOutstanding British FilmAll of Us StrangersHow to Have SexNapoleonThe Old OakPoor ThingsRye LaneSaltburnScrapperWonkaThe Zone of InterestDirectorJustine Triet, Anatomy of a Fall Andrew Haigh, All of Us Strangers Alexander Payne, The Holdovers Bradley Cooper, Maestro Christopher Nolan, Oppenheimer Jonathan Glazer, The Zone of InterestLeading ActressCarey Mulligan, Maestro Emma Stone, Poor Things Fantasia Barrino, The Color Purple Margot Robbie, Barbie Sandra Hüller, Anatomy of a Fall Vivian Oparah, Rye LaneLeading ActorBarry Keoghan, Saltburn Bradley Cooper, Maestro Cillian Murphy, Oppenheimer Colman Domingo, Rustin Paul Giamatti, The Holdovers Teo Yoo, Past LivesSupporting ActressClaire Foy, All of Us Strangers Danielle Brooks, The Color PurpleDa’

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The 2024 BAFTAs are here!

Ellise Shafer Film’s biggest stars are hitting the red carpet for this year’s BAFTA Film Awards.Taking place at Royal Festival Hall in London, the BAFTA Film Awards will celebrate the year in cinema with host David Tennant.Tennant rocked a green patterned suit on the carpet, while his wife Georgia Moffet opted for a gold gown. Other early looks included “Oppenheimer” star Cillian Murphy in an all-black outfit and Rising Star nominee Ayo Edebiri in a peach dress and chic fur coat.“Oppenheimer” leads the nominations with 13, followed by “Poor Things” with 11.

The Prince of Wales is confirmed to be attending the EE BAFTA Film Awards this Sunday after Kensington Palace released a statement.

Caroline Brew editor The 2024 BAFTA Film Awards will broadcast on BBC One and stream on iPlayer and BritBox on Sunday night, starting at 7 p.m. local time. BritBox recently inked a deal with BAFTA to stream a simulcast of the BAFTA Film Awards through 2025.

77th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) are taking place tonight (February 18), but how can film fans watch the ceremony from home? The ceremony is set to be hosted by David Tennant for the first time, and is taking place at London’s Royal Festival Hall in the Southbank Centre. “I am delighted to have been asked to host the EE BAFTA Film Awards and help celebrate the very best of this year’s films and the many brilliant people who bring them to life,” Tennant has said. The nominations were announced in January, with Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer picking up the most nods with 13, while Barbie and Saltburn are up for five each.

Call The Midwife is taking a break and fans are not happy.The BBC One drama, which is airs on Sunday evenings, will not be showing this weekend because of the BAFTA Film Awards. However a spokesperson confirmed that the hit show will be back the following week, as usual.

David Tennant is one of the best-known faces on British television.The Scottish actor, 52, will be helming the star-studded BAFTA ceremony at the Royal Festival Hall in London’s Southbank Centre on Sunday, where Oppenheimer will be leading the pack with 13 nominations. David admitted he felt a bit “bewildered” when he was first asked to host, but then thought: “What a laugh, what a lark.” “It just felt like an honour and a privilege to be asked to do something so august”, he added.

Shantol Jackson returns as Naomi Thomas in the latest episode of Death in Paradise series 13, which sees the team investigate the death of a celebrity chef. She has appeared in the BBC series since 2022, and has become a firm favourite with fans. But what do we know about the actress? How old is Shantol Jackson? Shantol Jackson is a Jamaican actress who has some impressive acting credits.

The Libertines have announced a 2024 UK and Ireland tour kicking off in September – find all the details below.The band will be embarking on a 16-date tour in support of new album ‘All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade‘ (out March 15), opening at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on September 23, before continuing onto UK shows in Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool and more.Pete Doherty, Carl Barat and co. will then play two nights at London’s Roundhouse on October 30 and 31, before performing their remaining shows in early November, concluding at the Albert Hall Manchester on November 7.Fans can pre-order the new album here to get ticket pre-sale access from 9am GMT on Wednesday (February 21), while general sale tickets can be purchased from 9am GMT Friday (February 23) here.A post shared by The Libertines (@thelibertines)SEPTEMBER23 – Dublin, 3Olympia Theatre24 – Belfast, The Telegraph BuildingOCTOBER3 – Birmingham, O2 Academy4 – Norwich, UEA5 – Cambridge, The Corn Exchange7 – Cardiff, Great Hall8 – Bristol, O2 Academy18 – Glasgow, Barrowland Ballroom19 – Liverpool, Mountford Hall21 – Nottingham, Rock City22 – Leeds, O2 Academy30 – London, Roundhouse31 – London, RoundhouseNOVEMBER4 – Sheffield, The Octagon5 – Newcastle, NX7 – Manchester, Albert HallThe Libertines spoke to NME in October last year about ‘All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade’, with Barat explaining that they were all “facing in the same direction” for this record.Doherty elaborated: “All we want to do is write beautiful songs.

J. Mascis has shared a rendition of Phoebe Bridgers’ song ‘Motion Sickness’.

Residents in Stockport are set to be hit with a council tax increase. The council is planning to lift the rate by 4.99 per cent, adding £111 to yearly bills for band D equivalent homes - £9.33 per month, according to its budget report.

A ‘funky’ new university library will be built in the shadow of Mancunian Way.

Salma Hayek is celebrating 15 years of wedded bliss!

A man who was arrested after a 67-year-old woman was dragged to the floor in a terrifying mugging has been bailed pending further investigation, police have confirmed.

Salma Hayek is celebrating Valentine’s Day early. To commemorate the month of love and friendship, Hayek shared a video with a compilation of some of her most romantic movies, sharing footage of films alongside some of her most romantic collaborators, like Matthew Perry, Channing Tatum, Russell Crowe, and more. Salma Hayek shares the most Latino advice to overcome sadnessSalma Hayek dances to ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ celebrating Shakira’s birthdayA post shared by Salma Hayek Pinault (@salmahayek)Hayek’s video contained clips of some of her films over the years, including “Ask the Dust,” “Desperado,” “Fools Rush In,” “Some Kind of Beautiful,” “Bliss,” “Magic Mike,” and more, with the song “Starlight” by Dave set in the background.

Maisie Williams is debuting her own new look at the premiere of her new Apple TV+ series The New Look.

Fox News has scheduled another town hall with former President Donald Trump, this time a pre-taped event February 20 in South Carolina and hosted by Laura Ingraham.

The War On Drugs have shared details of a UK and European tour – set to kick off later this year. Find ticket details below.Announced today (February 13), the new run of dates will see the Grammy Award-winning Philadelphia band head across the pond for a series of live shows this Summer.All taking place in July, the tour kicks off with three performances in the UK, which are followed by two remaining dates in Europe.To launch the tour, Adam Granduciel and co.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor has made her US TV debut – performing ‘Murder On The Dancefloor’ on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.The singer took to the stage on the chat show last night (February 12) for what was her first-ever performance on US television. For the live appearance, she performed her 2001 hit, which has recently made a huge comeback thanks to that memorable final scene in Saltburn.Since the film was released at the end of 2023, the British club classic became a viral hit on TikTok and even entered the Billboard Hot 100 – her first-ever song to chart in the US.

As Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis enjoy the start of their half term, royal fans were encouraged by the news that the family of five have travelled to Anmer Hall in Norfolk after the Princess of Wales' abdominal surgery and subsequent rest from official duties.This latest news of Kate's health improving is a positive sign, says former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond. Speaking to OK! about the family's preference for their lives in Norfolk, over the time spent at Windsor, the expert said: "One of the great beauties of Norfolk is that it is so accessible from London. "Of course, if you're royal, you can get anywhere quicker than most – and sometimes they probably use a helicopter - but even by car it’s only a couple of hours and that makes it so much easier than getting to Balmoral." Jennie added: "Windsor is lovely, and they have a beautiful house, of course.

A man has been arrested after a 67-year-old woman was dragged to the floor in a terrifying mugging in Clayton.

K.J. Yossman David Beckham, Cate Blanchett and Dua Lipa are among those confirmed to hand out a coveted golden mask on Sunday evening. The trio are each set to present a BAFTA Film Award, although it has not been confirmed for which categories.

EXCLUSIVE: Vertical has claimed North American, UK, and Ireland rights to The Listener, an indie drama directed by Steve Buscemi and starring Tessa Thompson (Creed trilogy) that world premiered at the 2022 Venice Film Festival before making its way to Tribeca for its North American premiere.

Keanu Reeves’ band Dogstar have shared details of a tour of the UK and Europe – set to kick off this summer. Find ticket details below.The ‘90s alt-rock trio – comprising vocalist Bret Domrose, drummer Rob Mailhouse and bassist Keanu Reeves – are set to embark on a series of 13 headline shows across the continent later this summer.The live dates will commence at the end of May, when the band kick off with a slot at La Sala Teatro in Madrid, Spain on May 30, followed by a gig in Paris on June 2 – taking place at La Cigale.

There’s been an update in Princess Catherine (aka Kate Middleton)’s recovery after she underwent a surgical procedure earlier this year.

The nominations for the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction have been announced!

The Snuts have shared details of a new UK tour, set to take place later this year. Find ticket details below.Announced today (February 9), the series of live shows are set to take place across the UK later this winter, and will take place following the release of the Scottish band’s upcoming LP ‘Millennials’.Set for release later this month, the project will mark their third studio album and is set to be shared on their newly established label Happy Artist Records.