Amanda Holden turned heads in a daring backless gown as she enjoyed a champagne-filled evening with Alan Carr at the BAFTA Television Awards party in London on Wednesday. The 55-year-old TV presenter commanded attention in a dramatic, sheer black evening gown with a sultry, high-fashion edge, featuring a halterneck neckline, plunging v-front, and black lace detailing below the bodice.
Celebrating Their Nomination
The pair, who are nominated for Best Entertainment Performance for their show Amanda & Alan's Spanish Job, appeared to be celebrating the good news as they posed for animated snaps together. Alan Carr, 49, known for his role in The Traitors, wore a grey suit for the occasion. They were joined by actress Lucy Punch, and the trio beamed as they enjoyed drinks.
After-Party Departure
Following the party, Amanda cut a stylish figure as she headed for her cab, preparing to return to her radio duties the next morning. She later shared stunning Instagram snaps from the event, showcasing her racy dress.
BAFTA Nominations Overview
The series Adolescence dominated the BAFTA Television Awards shortlist with eleven nominations, including Limited Drama and Leading Actor. Stars Stephen Graham, Owen Cooper, Ashley Walters, Erin Doherty, and Christine Tremarco are all up for awards. The series, created by Stephen Graham and writer Jack Thorne, tells the story of British teenager Jamie Miller, who is found guilty of murdering a female classmate after being influenced by online misogyny.
Leading Actor and Supporting Categories
Stephen Graham will compete against Colin Firth (Lockerbie), Matt Smith (The Death of Bunny Munro), and Taron Egerton (Smoke) in the Leading Actor category. Ashley Walters will face his co-star Owen Cooper in the Supporting Actor category, alongside Paddy Considine, Rafael Mathe, Joshua McGuire, and Fehinti Balogun. Erin Doherty will compete against Aimee Lou Wood, Christine Tremarco, Chyna McQueen, Emilia Jones, and Rose Ayling-Ellis in the Leading Actress category.
Other Notable Nominations
Stephen Graham could also win for his performance in the Disney+ series A Thousand Blows, which received seven nominations including Drama Series. Netflix leads with 29 nominations, while the BBC has the highest number with 73, five of which are for The Celebrity Traitors. The show became the highest-rated on British TV last year, with host Claudia Winkleman nominated in the Best Entertainment Programme section. Prime Video's Last One Laughing will compete against the all-stars version of The Traitors, with Bob Mortimer up for Best Entertainment Performance.
Event Details
The BAFTA Television Awards will take place on May 10 at London's Southbank Centre, hosted by comedian Greg Davies. BAFTA CEO Jane Millchip said: '2025 has been an exceptional year for television, reflected in 124 nominated programmes that highlight the strength and originality of British storytelling.'
Full List of Key Nominations
- Actor in a Comedy: Jim Howick, Jon Pointing, Lenny Rush, Mawaan Rizwan, Oliver Savell, Steve Coogan
- Actress in a Comedy: Diane Morgan, Jennifer Saunders, Katherine Parkinson, Lucy Punch, Philippa Dunne, Rosie Jones
- Daytime: The Chase, Lorraine, Richard Osman's House of Games, Scam Interceptors
- Drama Series: A Thousand Blows, Blue Lights, Code of Silence, This City is Ours
- Entertainment: The Graham Norton Show, Last One Laughing, Michael McIntyre's Big Show, Would I Lie to You
- Entertainment Performance: Amanda Holden, Bob Mortimer, Claudia Winkleman, Lee Mack, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan
- International: The Bear, The Diplomat, Pluribus, Severance, The Studio, The White Lotus
- Leading Actor: Colin Firth, Ellis Howard, James Nelson-Joyce, Matt Smith, Stephen Graham, Taron Egerton
- Leading Actress: Aimee Lou Wood, Erin Doherty, Jodie Whittaker, Narges Rashidi, Sheridan Smith, Siân Brooke
- Limited Drama: Adolescence, Fought The Law, Trespasses, What It Feels Like for a Girl
- Reality: The Celebrity Traitors, The Jury: Murder Trial, Squid Game: The Challenge, Virgin Island
- Scripted Comedy: Amandaland, Big Boys, How Are You? Its Alan (Partridge), Things You Should Have Done
- Single Documentary: Grenfell: Uncovered, Louis Theroux: The Settlers, One Day in Southport, Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire
- Soap: Casualty, Coronation Street, EastEnders
- Supporting Actor: Ashley Walters, Fehinti Balogun, Joshua McGuire, Owen Cooper, Paddy Considine, Rafael Mathé
- Supporting Actress: Aimee Lou Wood, Christine Tremarco, Chyna McQueen, Emilia Jones, Erin Doherty, Rose Ayling-Ellis
- P&O Cruises Memorable Moment Award: Adolescence - Jamie snaps at the psychologist; Big Boys - I didn't make it, did I?; Blue Lights - The police are warned of an ambush; Celebrity Traitors - Alan Carr wins; Last One Laughing - Bob Mortimer and Richard Ayoade's speed date; What It Feels Like for a Girl - Byron leaves for Brighton
