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NTA 2026: Mrs. Brown's Boys Comedy Win Sparks Outrage
9 Sep
Summary
- Mrs. Brown's Boys unexpectedly won the comedy award, upsetting viewers.
- David Attenborough, aged 100, won Best Presenter for Secret Garden.
- The National Television Awards 2026 ceremony was broadcast live from London.
The National Television Awards 2026 ceremony, held live at London's O2 arena, concluded with a surprising comedy award win for Mrs. Brown's Boys. This decision ignited a strong backlash among viewers who took to social media to express their disappointment, with many favoring other nominated comedies.
Contrasting the controversy, the evening celebrated significant achievements. Sir David Attenborough, marking his 100th birthday, was honored with the Best Presenter award for his acclaimed work on Secret Garden. The award was accepted on his behalf, with a message emphasizing wildlife protection and conservation.
Other notable winners included Michael McIntyre for the Bruce Forsyth Entertainment Award, Emmerdale for serial drama, Gogglebox for factual entertainment, and Clarkson's Farm for reality docuseries. Alan Carr also received a special recognition award.
