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Paddington Steals BAFTA Show With Charm
23 Feb
Summary
- Paddington Bear unexpectedly presented an award at the 2026 BAFTA Awards.
- The beloved character charmed A-list celebrities including Emma Stone and Leonardo DiCaprio.
- The musical 'Paddington: The Musical' has received glowing reviews.
Paddington Bear made an 'epic' surprise appearance at the 2026 EE BAFTA Awards, captivating the star-studded crowd and taking time away from his West End musical debut. Dressed in his signature blue duffle coat, the 4-foot-tall bear presented the Children's & Family Film award, even quipping about the possibility of getting marmalade on a BAFTA.
The beloved character's appearance was met with widespread delight from viewers, who lauded the moment as 'wholesome' and insisted Paddington stole the show from Hollywood A-listers. This memorable event coincides with the successful West End run of 'Paddington: The Musical,' which has garnered glowing reviews since its December opening.
During the awards ceremony, the film 'One Battle After Another' was the night's biggest winner, securing six accolades including Best Film and Best Director. Meanwhile, Paddington's presentation highlighted the ongoing success and charm of the character, both on screen and stage.
