BAFTA TV Awards 2025 The Traitors suffer bombshell setback

The BAFTA TV Awards have made a grand comeback this year, honouring the creme de la creme of television with a dazzling event in the heart of London. Television's finest have flocked to the Royal Festival Hall at Southbank Centre, hoping to clinch a prestigious win.

The past year has seen an array of programmes enrapture viewers. This year's award ceremony was dominated by Baby Reindeer, Mr Bates Vs the Post Office, Rivals and Slow Horses.

Netflix's hit series Baby Reindeer led the pack with a whopping eight nominations, closely followed by Mr Bates Vs the Post Office, Rivals and Slow Horses, each bagging six nominations.

Beyond the major contenders, several big names were also vying for multiple awards. DIY sensation Stacey Solomon garnered two nominations while ex-EastEnders star Danny Dyer received his inaugural BAFTA TV nomination.

David Tennant, Claudia Winkleman, Graham Norton, Ant and Dec, among others, were all in the running for awards. Prior to the show, they all graced the red carpet, showcasing their glamour, reports

Maura Higgins made her eagerly awaited return to the red carpet, marking her first appearance since her kiss scandal with McFly's Danny Jones. The married singer caused a stir when he was caught on camera kissing Maura at the BRIT Awards earlier this year.

In a bid to dodge an uncomfortable encounter, Danny, who emerged victorious in the latest series of I'm A Celebrity... and serves as a coach on The Voice, gave the ceremony a miss.

Maura Higgins dazzled with her return in a stunning baby blue ballgown, flaunting her single status proudly as she brought TikTok sensation Luke Hamnett as her plus-one.

But it wasn't just Maura taking centre stage - the night was peppered with moments to remember. Sophie Willan stole the show with an accidental slip on stage, breaking the no profanity policy by exclaiming, "It's been s*** hot" before a quick hand-to-mouth gesture and the audience erupting in laughter.

The 2025 awards ceremony was not short on glitz or unexpected turns; here are the victors of the year:

For Drama Series, the award went to 'Blue Lights' by BBC. '' triumphed in the Limited Drama category on ITV1.

'Alma's Not Normal' snagged the Scripted Comedy win on BBC Two.

The Leading Actress honour was bestowed upon Marisa Abela for 'Industry' (BBC), while Lennie James took home Leading Actor for 'Mr Loverman' (BBC

In the Supporting ranks, Jessica Gunning received accolades for 'Baby Reindeer' on Netflix. Ariyon Bakare earned his merit for 'Mr Loverman' on BBC One.

Comedy performances were celebrated with Ruth Jones winning Female performance for 'Gavin and Stacey', and Danny Dyer securing Male performance for 'Mr Bigstuff'.

Long-standing favourite 'EastEnders' reigned supreme in the Soap category. 'Would I Lie To You?

Joe Lycett bagged Entertainment performance for 'Late Night Lycett' on Channel 4.

Factual entertainment buzz was provided by 'Rob And Rylan's Grand Tour'. 'The Jury: Murder Trial' scooped up the Reality title on Channel 4.

The International award jetted off to 'Shogun' on Disney+. Meanwhile, for Live event coverage, BBC's coverage of Glastonbury took the spotlight.

Finally, Current affairs was dominated by 'State of Rage' on Channel 4.

Single Documentary - Ukraine: Enemy In The Woods (BBC).

Factual Series - To Catch a Copper (Channel 4).

Specialist Factual - Atomic People (BBC Two).

News Coverage - BBC Breakfast: Post Office Special (BBC).

Sport Coverage - Paris 2024 Olympics (BBC Sport/BBC One).

Memorable Moment - Strictly Come Dancing for Dianne Buswell and Chris McCausland.

Short Form - Quiet Life (BBC Three).

Daytime - Clive Myrie Caribbean Adventure (BBC).

Children's Scripted - CBeebies As You Like It at Shakespeare's Globe (CBeebies).

Children's Non-Scripted - FYI Investigates: Disability and Me (Sky Kids).