Paddington Bear to Present at BAFTA Film Awards
Variety
by Alex RitmanFebruary 19, 2026
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Paddington Bear is set to make history at the BAFTA Film Awards as he joins an impressive lineup of presenters to hand out the award for best children’s and family film. This marks the first time a bear—let alone one with such widespread cultural appeal—is presenting at the prestigious ceremony. Known for his charm and wit, Paddington is currently captivating audiences on stage in “Paddington the Musical” at London’s West End. His involvement adds a unique and whimsical touch to the event, which will take place on February 22 at the Royal Festival Hall.
The BAFTA Film Awards are known for showcasing the best of global cinema, and this year’s ceremony is no exception. Alongside Paddington, an array of celebrated actors and entertainers will also present awards, including Alicia Vikander, Alia Bhatt, Bryan Cranston, and many others. The event will honor achievements in film, with categories ranging from directing to cinematography. Notably, the ceremony will
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Originally published on Variety on 2/19/2026