Alan Cumming Announced as Host for 2025 BAFTA Television Awards

Alan Cumming's appointment as the host for Britain's biggest night in television brings a celebrated figure with a rich background in performing arts to the forefront. His career spans decades, earning him accolades including Tony, Olivier, Golden Globe, and multiple Emmy awards.

BAFTA highlighted Cumming's signature charm, recently showcased in the popular reality show *The Traitors US*, suggesting audiences should "expect the unexpected." This change follows two years of hosting by the comedic pair Romesh Ranganathan and Rob Beckett.

The ceremony itself continues its partnership with P&O Cruises as the headline sponsor for the third consecutive year. For viewers, the show will be broadcast on BBC One and available on the BBC iPlayer in the UK. International audiences can tune in via BritBox (US, Canada, Australia, Nordics) and other regional broadcasters across Australia, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

Nominations for the 2025 awards are expected to be announced shortly (around March 27th based on original reporting dates). Last year's ceremony, which saw *Top Boy* and *Happy Valley* win major awards, attracted an average audience of 2.7 million viewers on BBC One and iPlayer, indicating the event's significant viewership.

Interestingly, Cumming (60) has recently spoken about plans to divide his time more evenly between the US (where he became a citizen in 2008) and the UK, citing a desire to be around people who share his values, which he feels align more closely with those in Britain compared to the current US political climate.

When and where are the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards?

The ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, in London.

Who hosted the BAFTA TV Awards previously?

Comedians Romesh Ranganathan and Rob Beckett co-hosted the awards for the 2023 and 2024 ceremonies.

How can I watch the 2025 BAFTA TV Awards?

In the UK, it will be broadcast on BBC One and streamed on BBC iPlayer. Internationally, it will be available on BritBox in its regions and via other local broadcasters.

What do you think of Alan Cumming as the new host for the BAFTA Television Awards? Does his style suit the ceremony? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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