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Paddington Bear to Present BAFTA Award This Weekend
19 Feb
Summary
- Paddington Bear will present the award for best children & family film.
- The musical adaptation of Paddington is currently running in London.
- Several A-list celebrities will also present awards at the ceremony.
Paddington Bear will be a special guest at the upcoming 2026 BAFTA Film Awards, scheduled for this Sunday. The beloved character has been invited to present the award for best children & family film. This nomination category includes "Arco," "Boong," "Lilo & Stitch," and "Zootropolis 2."
The animated bear's appearance is timely, coinciding with the ongoing success of "Paddington The Musical" at London's Savoy Theatre. Arti Shah embodies Paddington on stage, while James Hameed provides voice and animatronics.
Paddington joins an impressive lineup of presenters, including Cillian Murphy, Glenn Close, and Michael B. Jordan. The ceremony will also feature musical performances by K-Pop trio EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, marking their first U.S. show outside of America. Jessie Ware is slated to perform a Barbra Streisand tribute.
Numerous acclaimed nominees are also expected to attend, such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Emma Stone, and Timothee Chalamet, making for a highly anticipated event.
