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Alan Cumming to Host 2026 Bafta Film Awards
18 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Alan Cumming will host the 2026 Bafta Film Awards ceremony.
- The event is scheduled for February 22, 2026, in London.
- Cumming previously hosted the Bafta TV awards in May 2025.
Scottish actor Alan Cumming is set to host the 2026 EE Bafta Film Awards, scheduled for February 22, 2026, at the Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall in London. This announcement follows his recent hosting of the Bafta TV awards ceremony in May 2025.
Cumming, celebrated for his versatility, is known for his roles in films like X2: X-Men United and his Tony Award-winning performance in Cabaret. He also hosts the US version of The Traitors and is the artistic director of the Pitlochry Festival Theatre's Winter Words Festival.
Bafta executive director Emma Baehr expressed excitement, highlighting Cumming's sharp wit and vibrant energy. The prestigious awards ceremony celebrates outstanding talent in film, promising an unforgettable night of recognition and entertainment.
