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Stars attending the EE BAFTA Awards on Sunday night have reportedly been encouraged to “dress respectfully” due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.The prestigious event is one of the biggest nights in the showbiz calendar, with stars gathering at London’s Royal Albert Hall to celebrate the best of the last year in film. Sunday evening’s ceremony is expected to see stars such as Lady Gaga, Benedict Cumberbatch, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Emma Watson grace the red carpet.

Lady Gaga continued her red carpet winning streak after she dressed to impress as she attended her very first BAFTA ceremony at the 2022 British Academy Film Awards. After wowing in a diamanté gown at the Screen Actors Guild Awards in February, the 35 year old oozed elegance and sophistication as she stole the show in another flawless ensemble.The House Of Gucci actress sunned in a plunging dark forest green velvet dress that highlighted her amazing physique effortlessly.This being Gaga, the singer made sure to add extra drama to the ensemble with a giant train which followed her as she floated down the red carpet.

Prince William is believed to have declined to attend this weekend’s BAFTA awards, despite being president of the prestigious academy.The star-studded event is set to take place at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday 13 March. As a result of William, 39, not attending, the prince will record a message in advance to the awards’ attendees which will be shown on the night.

Sex Education stars Mimi Keene and Asa Butterfield were among the many celebrities who kicked off the TV and Film awards season by hitting the Vanity Fair BAFTA EE Rising Star party on Tuesday night.The two actors, who played love interests in the Netflix shows, mingled with the likes of Michelle Keegan, Alex Scott, Ben Hardy and Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts at the exclusive event which was held at The Strand in London.

As singer with The Feeling, Dan Gillespie Sells has enjoyed great success with five hit albums and a sixth to come this May. But away from the band whose hits include Fill My Little World he’s grabbed a BAFTA Film Awards nomination, As Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, for which he wrote the score, is up for Outstanding British Film at the ceremony in March. Life's looking good for Dan, but there’s been secret heartache for his family, as his mother Katherine Gillespie Sells suffered a freak accident that changed her life forever.

TV fans were talking about singer Aled Jones on Saturday night, after the legendary star was revealed to be Traffic Cone on The Masked Singer. But the Welsh singer, who found fame 40 years ago, knows there’s an even bigger buzz right now around another member of his family – his 19 year old daughter Emilia Jones. Emilia just won herself a BAFTA nod for her performance in the 2021 film CODA and as Aled spoke to OK! after his Masked Singer exit, the Jones clam were eagerly waiting to see if the critically-acclaimed movie will make the Oscars shortlist.

Dune” and Jane Campion’s dark Western “The Power Of The Dog” lead the nominations for this year’s British Academy Film Awards, with Benedict Cumberbatch, Leonardo DiCaprio and Lady Gaga among those up for leading actor awards.“Dune,” starring Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, received eleven nominations Thursday including best film, cinematography and original score. “The Power of the Dog,” set in 1920s Montana and starring Cumberbatch as a ranch owner, follows close behind with eight nominations, including best director and best film.Kenneth Branagh’s semi-autobiographical “Belfast,” which tells of a childhood in Northern Ireland during the bloody conflict known as The Troubles, was also nominated for best film and five other categories.

Michaela Coel has candidly discussed riding a "cycle of grief" after a stranger spiked her in a bar and sexually assaulted. The acclaimed actress, writer, producer and director spoke to ELLE about her feelings in the aftermath of her assault, stating that her wave of anger, resentment and sadness led to a "final destination" of "empathy".

Gogglebox star Izzi Warner looked absolutely phenomenal as she continued to show off her epic weight loss in a new Instagram picture. In a snap shared to her Instagram account on Sunday, the 29 year old reality star wowed in a pair of ripped, ankle-grazing jeans and a nude top which highlighted her slim waist.The mother of two added to her sensational look with black strappy heels and a chic bag while sporting her long locks in tumbling waves.

Countryfile’s Matt Baker has caused a stir on social media after posting a picture of himself in nothing but boxer shorts and wellies. Matt, 43, uploaded the post on Sunday - the hottest day of the year so far.

The Bafta TV Awards this year produced some knockout beauty looks, but winning in the hair and makeup stakes is Dr Who star Billie Piper.The actress hit the red carpet with a 80s-style beauty look, complete with an oversized scrunchie, long fringe sections, a perm-like hair texture, and lashings of black eyeliner.

Stacey Dooley has showcased her toned legs in a black mini dress as she appeared on the red carpet for the BAFTAs 2021. The 34 year old, who recently quit Twitter after getting fed up of reading negative comments and now "feels so much better", wowed in a black silk dress with pretty puff sleeves for the star-studded event.

Bradley Walsh and his wife Donna Derby looked every inch the glamorous couple as they arrived on the red carpet ahead of the BAFTAs 2021.The Chase host, 61, who has been nominated for his first British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) award, and former dancer Donna, arrived hand-in-hand for the glittering event at west London's Television Centre. Dad-of-two Bradley looked smart in a black tuxedo while Donna, who tied the knot to the TV star in 1997, stunned in a one-shoulder gown.

Clara Amfo’s career has gone from strength to strength over the past year. Along with her job on Radio 1, she’s been busy hosting some big events, including the Baftas and The Brits, bringing us all the live action from backstage.

His floppy blonde locks won over a generation in Thelma And Louise. And Brad Pitt once again rocked an impressive golden 'do on Sunday - this time tied back into a short ponytail as he presented at the Academy Awards.The 57-year-old unveiled his new hair style as he presented the Best Supporting Actress Oscar to Yuh-Jung Youn, 73, who was the first Korean and only second person of Asian heritage to win the category.

Many of us have recently become armchair detectives, hooked on this series of Line of Duty. And one character that made a real stir in last week’s episode was DCS Patricia Carmichael, with her icy demeanour as she attempted to undermine and disband AC-12.

There are four major bellwethers for the Academy Awards. The SAG Awards, the PGA Awards, the DGA Awards, and, increasingly, the BAFTA Awards.

The 20202 TV BAFTAs viewers were left emotional on Friday evening after the Academy paid tribute to the late Caroline Flack, six months after her tragic death. In the Memoriam section of the broadcast, which saw Normal People stars Paul Mescal and Daisy Jones reunite, featured tributes to Caroline, who was 40 when she died, as well as Dame Vera Lynn, Gary Rhodes and Honor Blackman.

Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones of Normal People fame reunited on Friday afternoon to attend the socially-distanced BAFTA awards, which were being held at Television Centre, London.The pair laughed and joked while adhering to social distancing rules and posing together humorously with a ruler to prove they were staying apart. Paul, 24, who recently reportedly joined dating app Raya, looked dapper in a grey jacket and trousers, which he partnered with a plain white T-shirt.

The BAFTAs 2020 were looking a little different than expected this year, as fans got glammed up for a socially distanced awards ceremony on Friday night amid the coronavirus pandemic. Leading the stars, Killing Eve actress Jodie Comer took to Instagram to share a snap of herself in an amazing mixed-printed maxi dress as she marked the ceremony with a home BBQ.

One of the Oscar-nominated screenwriters of 1917 is to take part in a Q&A with students at the Scottish institute she graduated from.

Kaitlyn Dever has never plucked her eyebrows because she received a stern warning from her mother when she was younger.

Kaitlyn Dever gets valuable make-up tips and advice from her Booksmart co-star Beanie Feldstein.

Anyone paying attention to Brad Pitt lately will have been watching a new man. So often seen as a serious, quiet and standoffish character during his marriage to Angelina Jolie, the Oklahoma-born star has cut a much more relaxed figure of late.

Cynthia Erivo has said it is “saddening” that she is the only person of colour to be nominated in an acting category at the Oscars.

Kate Middleton and Prince William visited Mumbles in South Wales on Tuesday afternoon, where they beamed at each other as they walked along the windy seafront.The Duchess of Cambridge, 38, put an affectionate arm on husband William, 37, during the visit, with the parents-of-three smiling widely as royal fans gathered to cheer them on and wave Welsh flags.

Killing Eve fans will be left disappointed in the upcoming series of Killing Eve as it's been reported that Villanelle will be marrying a Spanish bride and not Eve Polastri.The season two finale ended with a literal bang after Villanelle shot Eve, played by Sandra Oh, in the back and left everyone wondering if she was really dead.

What an awards season for Brad Pitt! His performance as Cliff Booth in Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood is bringing him joy not only professionally but also personally.

The Baftas were held last night, February 2, at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Where the stars were out in full force on the red carpet. Let’s take a look at who wore what and who won what!

Bridget Jones fans have gone wild after the stars of the hit movie about the ultimate singleton, Hugh Grant and Renee Zellweger, reunited at the 73rd annual EE British Academy Film Awards on Sunday night. After Renee won the Leading Actress gong for her role in Judy, she walked off stage and straight into the arms of her co-star Hugh, who was backstage.

Pixie Lott attended the the 73rd annual EE British Academy Film Awards on Sunday night with fiancé Oliver Cheshire, where she opened up on their wedding plans. Pixie and Oliver got engaged in 2016 after six years of dating, and The Voice Kids judge revealed that the pair are tying the knot this year.

Dermot O’Leary revealed that he is "very excited" about wife Dee Koppang’s pregnancy, with the married couple set to become parents for the first time. Speaking to OK! on the red carpet at the BAFTAs, The X Factor host Dermot said he is very excited about the birth of their first child and revealed they made the announcement after they attended a party where Dee could no longer hide her exciting news.

Graham Norton divided Bafta viewers with a biting opening monologue that took aim at the diversity controversy surrounding the awards.

While celebrities stateside are gathering on Sunday for an epic Jennifer Lopez/Shakira concert , across the pond, the world's biggest film stars are celebrating the 2020 BAFTA Awards.Everyone from in Dior to in Chanel to in Versace made glamorous appearances on the British red carpet.While most of the A-list guests donned haute couture fresh off the runway, took the BAFTAs to heart (attendees were asked to sport sustainable fashion or rewear old looks).

Love Island’s Megan Barton Hanson found herself at the most star-studded night of the year as she made a surprise appearance at the 2020 BAFTAs.The TV star, 25, looked incredibly glamorous as she hit the red carpet at the Royal Albert Hall alongside the likes of Margot Robbie, Charlize Theron and Olivia Colman. Sporting a gorgeous floor-length burgundy gown, the former Celebs Go Dating star wowed in the off-the-shoulder long sleeve number.

Kate Middleton looked simply stunning in a white and gold gown as she attended the 2020 BAFTAs alongside husband Prince William at London’s Royal Albert Hall.The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended the star-studded event after William’s appointment to be the president of BAFTA in 2010. Kate looked elegant in an Alexander McQueen gown, a dress which she has worn before to a 2012 state dinner in Malaysia.