One actor won't be nervous at the BAFTA Film Awards. That's David Tennant, the host
One actor won’t be nervous as the camera comes in for a close-up at the British Academy Film Awards
By HILARY FOX
Published - Feb 12, 2024, 07:10 PM ET
Last Updated - Feb 12, 2024, 07:10 PM EST
LONDON (AP) — One actor won’t be nervous as the camera comes in for a close-up at the British Academy Film Awards.
David Tennant is hosting Sunday’s ceremony in London and says it’s more relaxing to be the master of ceremonies than a nominee.
“I reserve the right to get back to you on the night of Feb. 18, when I’m quivering at a corner having some sort of panic attack,” he says say. “It feels like a very privileged position to be in, but without the nervousness of wondering if you’ve won one or not. You don’t have to prepare a little hastily scribbled speech in the back of an envelope. What larks.”
And while comedians come under intense scrutiny when they host an awards ceremony, Tennant says there’s less pressure on actors.
