Robert Aramayo's BAFTA Triumph: British Actor Stuns with Double Win
Robert Aramayo made sure to celebrate his two BAFTA wins in spectacular style as he arrived at the Don Julio Tequila winners bar at the Southbank Centre on Sunday evening. The British star, aged 33, could not contain his beaming smile as he proudly held up his two gongs before posing for photographs with his parents, Michael and Lisa, as well as his sister, Laura.
A Shock Double Victory
Robert looked utterly overjoyed following his shock double win during the ceremony, sweetly hugging his mother, Lisa, who stunned in a elegant pink satin dress. The I Swear actor bagged the prestigious Leading Actor Award at the awards held at The Royal Festival Hall, denying Hollywood heavyweights Timothee Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio the coveted gong.
The Marty Supreme star, Timothee Chalamet, was widely predicted to win the prestigious award after his previous victories at both the Critics Choice Awards and Golden Globes last month. However, Robert ended the American actor's winning streak much to the disbelief of the audience, as he secured the award for his role in the biopic centred on campaigner John Davidson's life amid his Tourette's diagnosis.
Emotional Acceptance Speech
Overcome with emotion, Robert told the crowd: 'I absolutely can’t believe this. I can’t believe I’m looking at people like you [Leonardo DiCaprio] never mind that I’m stood here.' He added: 'I honestly cannot believe that I have won this award I really cannot. Everyone in this category blows me away.'
As his name was announced, Robert's father jumped to his feet, shouting with delight, and the pair embraced in a heartfelt hug. The camera panned to fellow actors in the category, with Leonardo seen clapping politely while Timothee managed a strained smile.
EE Rising Star Award
Earlier in the evening, Robert also won the EE Rising Star Award, the only accolade voted for by the public. Also nominated in the category were Miles Caton, Chase Infiniti, Archie Madekwe, and Posy Sterling. He said: 'Oh my word this is really scary last time I was at the BAFTAs I dropped the award, so I hope this goes better. Wow I can't believe this it really blows my mind.'
Robert expressed gratitude to his family and the I Swear team, stating: 'I want to acknowledge my family who support me all the time. I can see my dad up there and my mum and my sister and my amazing partner. I love you all so much and my second family, my I Swear family, thank you so much for letting me tell your story. John Davidson is the most amazing person I have ever met.'
Background and Career
Originally from Hull, Aramayo has established himself in the public eye after notable parts in Game of Thrones and The Lord of The Rings. His father remarked that it was like hearing your son had been picked to play football for Barcelona when Robert got into New York's Juilliard School, being the only Brit among 4,000 admitted.
John Davidson, the subject of I Swear, was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at a time when little was known about the condition. The film depicts his younger years living in Galashiels when he was first diagnosed. Host Alan Cumming took a moment to thank the audience for their understanding after Davidson let out involuntary shouts due to his Tourette's during the ceremony.
Other BAFTA Highlights
One Battle After Another was the big winner at the 2026 British Academy Film Awards, scooping six gongs including Best Film and Best Director. The Paul Thomas Anderson hit had received a record 14 nominations. Meanwhile, Jessie Buckley won the Best Actress honour for her role in Hamnet, and Wunmi Mosaku received the Supporting Actress award for Sinners.
The biggest loser of the evening was the highly acclaimed ping pong drama Marty Supreme, which went into the night with 11 nominations but came away empty-handed. The ceremony celebrated a diverse range of films and talents, marking a memorable night for British cinema.
