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David Tennant to host BAFTA Film Awards

The 2024 BAFTA Film Awards will be held on February 18 at the Royal Festival Hall.

David Tennant to host BAFTA Film Awards

Actor David Tennant will serve as the host for the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards ceremony, the British Academy has announced.

The Scottish actor, known for shows such as Doctor Who, Broadchurch, and Good Omens, will emcee the ceremony for the first time, reported entertainment news outlet Variety.


He follows actor Richard E Grant and comedian Rebel Wilson, who helmed the ceremony in 2023 and 2022, respectively.

"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,” the 52-year-old actor said.

BAFTA CEO Jane Millichip hailed Tennant as an artiste who is loved by the British and global audiences.

"His warmth, charm, and mischievous wit will make it a must-watch show next month for our guests at the Royal Festival Hall and the millions of people watching at home,' he added.

The 2024 BAFTA Film Awards will be held on February 18 at the Royal Festival Hall.

The final nominations will be unveiled on January 18 by actors Naomi Ackie and Kingsley Ben-Adir.

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"It is important for people to relate to him, and since we have global ambitions, we need to make it familiar to a Western audience as well."

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