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Alan Cumming Promises Mischief, Not Meanness, at Baftas
16 Feb
Summary
- Alan Cumming will host the 2026 Bafta Film Awards.
- He aims for a balance of celebration and mischief.
- Cumming reflects on early film experiences and aging.
Alan Cumming is preparing to host the 2026 Bafta Film Awards, an event he anticipates with both excitement and a touch of apprehension. He plans to strike a delicate balance between celebrating cinematic achievements and injecting his characteristic mischief. Cumming stated he would not be overly satirical or mean, emphasizing the supportive nature of the occasion.
Cumming, who also hosted the Bafta Television Awards last year, shared personal reflections on cinema's impact. He recalled the profound effect of Disney's Dumbo and his early experiences on screen, noting lessons learned about storytelling and the scrutiny of one's appearance. These formative moments taught him to embrace aging and his public image, a perspective he now holds with peace.
The 2026 Bafta Film Awards ceremony is scheduled to be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer on Sunday, February 22.
