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Michael McIntyre's Big Show Wins NTA Amid Viewer Debate
9 Sep
Summary
- Michael McIntyre's Big Show won the Bruce Forsyth Entertainment Award.
- Viewers had mixed reactions to the entertainment award winner.
- Gary Lineker previously won Best Presenter after Ant and Dec's streak.
The National Television Awards 2026 ceremony, hosted by Joel Dommett at the O2 in London, has begun with viewers sharing their thoughts on the initial winners. Michael McIntyre's Big Show secured the Bruce Forsyth Entertainment Award, beating out strong contenders like The Masked Singer and The Graham Norton Show.
This victory prompted a lively discussion on social media, with many viewers expressing their delight and declaring the award well-deserved. However, a segment of the audience voiced disappointment, with some critics suggesting that the competition was less fierce this year due to Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway being on hiatus.
The awards also brought to mind last year's surprising outcome, where Gary Lineker broke Ant and Dec's 23-year winning streak for Best Presenter. Lineker's win was significant, particularly following his departure from the BBC and his emphasis on using his platform to speak for others.
