Get the latest OK! breaking news on WhatsAppOur community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More infoJoin us on WhatsApp On Sunday night, 16 February, London played host to the best of the film world at the BAFTA Film Awards. Doctor Who alum David Tennant hosted the festivities, with A-list celebrities like Demi Moore, Timothée Chalamet, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Hugh Grant, and Warwick Davis among the star-studded crowd at the Royal Festival Hall. Conclave and The Brutalist claimed top honours, while Adrien Brody snagged Best Actor and Mikey Madison took home Best Actress. Though the ceremony aired on BBC, several juicy moments were scrubbed from the broadcast – including fashion faux pas, swearing and digs at Donald Trump. Let’s delve into what didn’t make the cut….
Host David Tennant performs during the EE BAFTA Film Awards
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Wardrobe mishap Host David Tennant kicked off the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards with a thrilling monologue. However, unaired footage captured technical difficulties right from the start, reports the Mirror. Just as he began, his mic cord slipped out from under his kilt. “We’ll cut that bit out,” he quipped to the audience – which is precisely what happened when the show aired later on BBC.
Emilia Perez star Zoe Saldana scooped the supporting actress BAFTA
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Swearing Emilia Perez star Zoe Saldana scooped the supporting actress BAFTA and couldn’t hide her elation, calling the win “so validating” and “a true honour”. She gushed: “This was a creative challenge of a lifetime, how do you begin to even approach a film that just defies categorisation, and you start by taking the lead of (director) Jacques Audiard.” However, the actress swore after she was given a countdown during her speech. Zoe blurted out “f**k, f**k, f**k” before continuing: “Films are supposed to change hearts and challenge minds and I hope Emilia Perez did something like this, because voices need to be heard, just not my English accent.” While the awards coverage tactfully omitted her expletive-laden ending, it did capture her exiting the stage. Donald Trump dig Host David Tennant made a splash during his opening monologue. Making his entrance to The Proclaimers’ anthem I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles), he quipped about his lengthy journey to host “walked 500 miles just to host one BAFTAs more.” He also made a sly nod to Trump while talking about The Brutalist, praising it as “a film about incredible architecture. In fact, it’s the boldest architecture in film this year, apart from Donald Trump’s hair in The Apprentice.” He then cheekily suggested that despite the biopic featuring Sebastian Stan as the mogul, it’s doubtful Trump has seen it. “It’s a 15 and it’s not on Nickelodeon,” David joked, drawing giggles from the audience. He continued with a quip about the former US president: “Donald Trump… I’m worried. I’ve said his name three times. It’s like Beetlejuice – I’ve summoned him.” But the jests didn’t stop there as he said: “Talking of villains…We’ve got many this year, not just Nosferatu.”
Kylie Jenner was among the attendees, there to support her beau, Timothée Chalamet
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Surprise appearances The stars were out in full force at the event and the glittery affair had some unexpected appearances. Kylie Jenner was spotted among the attendees, there to support her beau, Timothée Chalamet. Keeping Up With the Kardashians star Kylie and Wonka actor Timothée have been going strong ever since their surprise romance became public last year. Kylie didn’t walk the red carpet, but showed off her stunning ensemble inside as she took her seat, wowing in black mesh dress adorned with sparkly details. She paired her look with shimmering heels and earrings, wearing her raven tresses in an elegant bun. Settling in, she was seen chatting to Monica Barbaro before Timothée joined them.
Kneecap attending the 78th British Academy Film Awards
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Statement looks West Belfast rap sensation Kneecap posed on the red carpet at the star-studded event where their Irish-language film was a hit, snagging six nominations. The film is based on a semi-fictionalised account of how the band was formed and is directed by Rich Peppiatt. It stars bandmates Liam Óg Ó Hannaidh (Mo Chara), Naoise Ó Cairealláin (Móglaí Bap), and JJ Ó Dochartaigh (DJ Próvaí), as well as Oscar-nominated actor Michael Fassbender. Making a statement on the red carpet, JJ Ó Dochartaigh showed his Irish pride in a tri-colour suit and his trademark balaclava to match. The trio—JJ, Liam, and Naoise—with director Rich Peppiatt, lit up the carpet, beaming as they snapped photos amidst the buzz.
