The 2025 BAFTA TV Awards attracted a slew of famous faces on Sunday night at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, all dressing to the nines for the occasion.
However, there were several stars who unfortunately seemed to miss the fashion mark as they hit the red carpet, with overly racy or outlandish looks.
Among the slew of sartorial blunders was Christine McGuinness, who ensured all eyes were on her at the glittering soiree, but for all the wrong reasons.
The TV personality, 37, oozed sex appeal in a dazzling gown made of a shimmery lycra material, that clung to her incredible figure.
The number boasted a long train with a strange structural hem and a huge cutout across her chest to expose her ample cleavage.
Bizarre metallic paint drips were the only thing that preserved Christine’s modesty, while she added even more drama with statement gold earrings.
The 2025 BAFTA TV Awards attracted a slew of famous faces on Sunday night at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, all dressing to the nines for the occasion (L-R Christine McGuinness, Gabby Allen and Una Healy)
Among the slew of sartorial blunders was Christine McGuinness , who ensured all eyes were on her at the glittering soiree, but for all the wrong reasons
The Real Housewives of Cheshire star teamed her look with chunky gold bag and silver heels, leaving her blonde locks to flow over her shoulders.
Una Healy also failed to impress with her daring look, as she put on a leggy display in a strapless black minidress with a short black puffy skirt.
While the number showcased the Saturdays singer’s slender frame, the silver sequinned bodice looked less than elegant on the red carpet.
Gabby Allen pulled out all the stops for the evening, leaving little to the imagination in a black lace dress that barely covered her toned figure.
Her sexy number featured cutouts across her chest to show off her cleavage and chiselled midriff, and a daringly high leg slit.
The Love Island opted to go braless under the sparkly sheer gown, which flashed a glimpse of her underwear.
Emily Atack went for a very unique look, commanding attention in figure-hugging white dress and bizarre leather evening gloves.
While the outfit didn’t hit the current fashion trend, the actress appeared to making a nod to her eighties TV show Rivals, with her shoulder padded look.
The TV personality, 37, oozed sex appeal in a dazzling gown made of a shimmery lycra material, that boasted a long train with a strange structural hem and a huge cutout across her chest to expose her ample cleavage
Bizarre metallic paint drips were the only thing that preserved Christine’s modesty, while she added even more drama with statement gold earrings
Una Healy also failed to impress with her daring look, as she put on a leggy display in a strapless black minidress with a short black puffy skirt
While the number showcased the Saturdays singer’s slender frame, the silver sequinned bodice looked less than elegant on the red carpet
Gabby Allen pulled out all the stops for the evening, leaving little to the imagination in a black lace dress that barely covered her toned figure
Her sexy number featured cutouts across her chest to show off her cleavage and chiselled midriff, and a daringly high leg slit
The Love Island opted to go braless under the sparkly sheer gown, which flashed a glimpse of her underwear
She posed with Rivals co-star Alex Hassell, elevating her frame in a pair of black stilettos and toting her belongings in a satin black handbag.
Acknowledging that her black gloves may have been a mistake, Emily took to Instagram, to admit: ‘Bafta Sunday. Gonna be a red hot carpet’.
Anna Maxwell Martin is nominated in one of the biggest categories, best leading actress, for her role in Until I Kill You.
But she may not be in the running to win any fashion awards, with her voluminous black gown threatening to overwhelm her slender frame.
The actress’ eye-catching look was covered in layers of fabric and a large bow over her shoulder.
The star-studded evening will see a slew of celebrities take home awards celebrating excellence in TV, as well as a line-up of standout performances.
Global music stars Jessie J and Tom Grennan are both set to put on a show at the ceremony, with powerhouse Jessie singing The Award Goes To as her first TV performance in six years.
Meanwhile, multi-platinum popstar Tom will play his brand new track Full Attention, in a TV exclusive.
Emily Atack went for a very unique look, commanding attention in figure-hugging white dress and bizarre leather evening gloves
While the outfit didn’t hit the current fashion trend, the actress appeared to making a nod to her eighties TV show Rivals, with her shoulder padded look
Acknowledging that her black gloves may have been a mistake, Emily took to Instagram, to admit: ‘Bafta Sunday. Gonna be a red hot carpet’
Anna Maxwell Martin is nominated in one of the biggest categories, best leading actress, for her role in Until I Kill You
But she may not be in the running to win any fashion awards, with her voluminous black gown threatening to overwhelm her slender frame
The actress’ eye-catching look was covered in layers of fabric and a large bow over her shoulder
Both performances will air during the awards ceremony on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday 11 May at 7pm.
In addition, BAFTA has confirmed award-winning concert violinist and social media sensation Esther Abrami will be performing Apple Tree for the In Memoriam tribute.
Speaking about her performance, Jessie J said: ‘I haven’t sung on British television in years. What a way to come back, it’s an honour. But who will the award go to, that’s the question.’
Meanwhile, Tom added: ‘It’s a real honour to have been invited by such a prestigious event as BAFTA to perform in front of so many esteemed actors and creatives.’
For the first time, Scottish actor, writer, producer and presenter Alan Cumming will host the glitzy eremony.
Emma Baehr, Executive Director of Awards & Content at BAFTA, said: ‘We’re delighted that Alan Cumming will be hosting this year’s BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises.
‘He will definitely bring a playful sense of mischief and fun to the ceremony, so audiences should expect the unexpected at Britain’s biggest celebration of TV on Sunday 11 May.’
Elsewhere, the nominations for the BAFTA Television Awards 2025 P&O Cruises Memorable Moment Award have been announced.
For the first time, Scottish actor, writer, producer and presenter Alan Cumming will host the glitzy Ceremony
Strictly Come Dancing has been snubbed of a nomination for the first time in the show’s 20-year history
From Gavin and Stacey, to The Traitors and Bridgerton, six of this year’s most acclaimed TV shows are set to battle it out for one of the ceremony’s biggest accolades.
The category is the only award in which the public will be able to have their say and vote for their favourite scene.
Last year’s BAFTA Television Awards delivered an average audience of 2.7 million on BBC One and iPlayer, whilst social media coverage of the night received over 7 million views.
In terms of other nominations, Strictly Come Dancing has been snubbed of a nomination for the first time in the show’s 20-year history.
The BBC favourite had been nominated in the Entertainment Programme category every year since the rebooted version of the show launched in 2004.
Meanwhile, Netflix phenomenon Baby Reindeer led the pack with an incredible eight nominations after it proved a global success following its release last year.
Richard Gadd who wrote and starred in the series about his own experiences of being stalked is up for Leading Actor, while his co-star Jessica Gunning is in the running for the Supporting Actress award.
In the Limited Drama category, Baby Reindeer will face ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, which was based on one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British legal history, where hundreds of innocent sub-postmasters and postmistresses were wrongly accused of theft, fraud and false accounting due to a defective IT system.
Meanwhile, Netflix phenomenon Baby Reindeer led the pack with an incredible eight nominations after it proved a global success following its release last year
In the Limited Drama category, Baby Reindeer will face ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, which was based on one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British legal history
Mr Bates vs The Post Office received a total of six nominations, while Disney series Rivals and Apple TV’s Slow Horses also had the same amount of nods.
Ant and Dec, The Traitors and Stacey Solomon’s Sort Your Life Out are among the nominees for best entertainment performance.
The best leading actress nominees are Anna Maxwell Martin (Until I Kill You), Billie Piper (Scoop), Lola Petticrew (Say Nothing), Marisa Abela (Industry), Monica Dolan (Mr Bates vs The Post Office) and Sharon D Clarke (Mr Loverman).
David Tennant (Rivals), Gary Oldman (Slow Horses), Lennie James (Mr Loverman), Martin Freeman (The Responder) and Toby Jones (Mr Bates vs The Post Office) take on Gadd for the best actor accolade.
A total of 21 out of 44 nominees in the performance categories have received their first BAFTA Television Awards nomination.
Soap star Danny Dyer is among the group who have received their first Bafta nomination in the best male comedy performance category for his role in Mr Bigstuff.
In the prestigious best drama category, crime dramas Blue Lights and Sherwood will take on superhero series Supacell and acclaimed period drama Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light.
Jane Millichip, CEO of Bafta, said: ‘2024 was a standout year for television, testified by the 134 brilliant programmes nominated by BAFTA members.
Disney series Rivals (pictured Emily Atack who starred in the series) and Apple TV’s Slow Horses also had the same amount of nods
The best leading actress nominees was Anna Maxwell Martin (Until I Kill You)
Soap star Danny Dyer is among the group who have received their first Bafta nomination in the best male comedy performance category for his role in Mr Bigstuff
‘The power of television to drive national conversation, to tap into the stories of public interest, and to inspire societal change, is second to none. And to do this through every genre is even more impressive.
‘The drama of sport, the truth of fiction, the humanity of documentary, the poignancy of comedy, serious entertainment – this year’s nominees reflect every aspect of the human condition.
‘UK television is at the top of its game, and it is a privilege at Bafta to showcase the work of our incredibly talented nominees at the Bafta Television Craft Awards and Bafta Television Awards with P&O Cruises. Tune into BBC One and BBC iPlayer on May 11, not only to find out who wins, but to inspire your next watchlist.’
And the official wine sponsor of the evening, Casillero del Diablo, will once again be the drink of choice for winners, nominees, celebrities, and VIP guests alike.
2025 TV BAFTA NOMINATIONS
Drama Series
Blue Lights (BBC One)
Sherwood (BBC One)
Supacell (Netflix)
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light (BBC One)
Limited Drama
Baby Reindeer (Netflix)
Lost Boys and Fairies (BBC One)
Mr Bates vs the Post Office (ITV1) – WINNER
One Day (Netflix)
International
After The Party (Channel 4)
Colin From Accounts (BBC Two)
Say Nothing (Disney+)
Shogun (Disney+) – WINNER
True Detective: Night Country (Sky Atlantic)
You Are Not Alone: Fighting The Wolfpack, Netflix
Shogun (Disney+) is up for the Best International TV Show award
Leading Actress
Anna Maxwell Martin, Until I Kill You (ITV1)
Billie Piper, Scoop (Netflix)
Lola Petticrew, Say Nothing (Disney+)
Marisa Abela, Industry (BBC One)
Monia Dolan, Mr Bates Vs The Post Office (ITV1)
Sharon D Clarke, Mr Loverman (BBC One)
Leading Actor
David Tennant, Rivals (Disney+)
Gary Oldman, Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
Lennie James, Mr Loverman (BBC One)
Martin Freeman, The Responder (BBC One)
Richard Gadd, Baby Reindeer (Netflix)
Toby Jones, Mr Bates Vs The Post Office (ITV1)
Female Performance in a Comedy
Anjana Vasan, We Are Lady Parts (Channel 4)
Kate O’Flynn, Everyone Else Burns Channel 4)
Lolly Adefope, The Franchise (Sky Comedy)
Nicola Coughlan, Big Mood (Channel 4)
Ruth Jones, Gavin & Stacey (BBC One) – WINNER
Sophie Willan, Alma’s Not Normal (BBC Two)
David Tennant is up for the Leading Actor award for his role in Rivals
Scripted Comedy
Alma’s Not Normal (BBC Two) – WINNER
Brassic (Sky Max)
G’Wed (ITV1)
Ludwig (BBC One)
Specialist Factual
Atomic People (BBC Two) – WINNER
Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story (National Geographic)
Children of the Cult (ITV1)
Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain (Channel 4)
Reality
Dragons’ Den (BBC One)
The Jury: Murder Trial (Channel 4)
Love Is Blind (Channel 4)
The Traitors (BBC One)
Current Affairs
Storyville: Life and Death in Gaza (BBC)
Maternity: Broken Trust (ITV1)
State of Rage (Channel 4) – WINNER
Ukraine’s War: The Other Side (ITV1)
Shortform
Brown Brit (Channel 4)
Peaked (Channel 4)
Quiet Life (BBC Three) – WINNER
Spud (BBC Three)
BBC’s Race Across The World is nominated is Factual Entertainment
Factual Entertainment
In Vogue: The 90s (Vogue Studios, Disney+)
Race Across The World (BBC One)
Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour (BBC Two) – WINNER
Sort Your Life Out (BBC One)
Children’s Scripted
CBeebies As You Like It at Shakespeare’s Globe (CBeebies)
Horrible Histories (CBBC)
Ready Eddie Go! (Sky Kids)Tweedy & Fluff (Channel 5)
P&O Cruises Memorable Moment
Bridgerton: The carriage scene, where Colin admits his true feelings for Penelope (Netflix)
Gavin & Stacey: The Finale: Smithy’s wedding, when Mick stands up (BBC One)
Mr Bates Vs The Post Office: Jo Hamilton phones the Horizon helpline (ITV1)
Rivals: Rupert Campbell-Black and Sarah Stratton are caught in a game of naked tennis (Disney+)
Strictly Come Dancing: Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell waltz to You’ll Never Walk Alone (BBC One) – WINNER
Traitors: “Paul isn’t my son … but Ross is!” (BBC One)
Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell’s Strictly waltz are up for P&O Cruises Memorable Moment
Male Performance in a Comedy Performance
Bilal Hasna, Extraordinary (Disney+)
Danny Dyer, Mr Big Stuff (Sky Comedy) – WINNER
Dylan Thomas-Smith, G’wed (ITV2)
Nabhaan Rizwan, Kaos (Netflix)
Oliver Savell, Changing Ends (ITV1)
Phil Dunning, Smoggie Queens (BBC Three)
Danny Dyer is up for Male Performance in a Comedy Performance for Mr Big Stuff
Supporting Actor
Ariyon Bakare, Mr Loverman (BBC One) – WINNER
Christopher Chung, Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
Damian Lewis, Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light (BBC One)
Jonathan Pryce, Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
McKinley Belcher III, Eric (Netflix)
Sonny Walker, The Gathering (Channel 4)
Supporting Actress
Jessica Gunning, Baby Reindeer (Netflix) – WINNER
Katherine Parkinson, Rivals (Disney+)
Maxine Peake, Say Nothing (Disney+)
Monica Dolan, Sherwood (BBC One)
Nava Mau, Baby Reindeer (Netflix)
Sue Johnston, Truelove (Channel)
The 1% Club is up for Best Entertainment Show
Entertainment
The 1% Club (ITV1)
Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC One)
Taskmaster (Channel 4)
Would I Lie To You? (BBC One) – WINNER
Entertainment Performance
Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway (ITV1)
Claudia Winkleman, The Traitors (BBC One)
Graham Norton, The Graham Norton Show (BBC One)
Joe Lycett, Late Night Lycett (Channel 4)
Romesh Ranganathan and Rob Beckett, Rob & Romesh Vs (Sky Max)
Stacey Solomon, Sort Your Life Out (BBC One)
Factual Series
American Nightmare (Netflix)
Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams on Tour (BBC One)
The Push: Murder on the Cliff (Channel 4)
To Catch a Copper (Channel 4) – WINNER
Stacey Solomon is up for Entertainment Performance for Sort Your Life Out
Live Event Coverage
D-Day 80: Tribute To The Fallen (BBC One)
Glastonbury 2024 (BBC Two) – WINNER
Last Night of The Proms (BBC Two)
News Coverage
BBC Breakfast: Post Office Special (BBC One) – WINNER
Channel 4 News: Inside Sednaya (Channel 4)
Channel 4 News: Undercover Inside Reform’s Campaign (Channel 4)
Single Documentary
Hell Jumper (BBC Two)
Tell Them You Love Me (Sky Documentaries)
Ukraine: Enemy In The Woods (BBC Two) – WINNER
Undercover: Exposing The Far Right (Channel 4)
Soap
Casualty (BBC One)
Coronation Street (ITV1)
EastEnders (BBC One) – WINNER
Sport
Euro 2024 (BBC Sport)
Paris 2024 Olympics (BBC Sport) – WINNER
Wimbledon (BBC Sport)
Loose Women is up for Best Daytime Show
Daytime
Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure (BBC Two) – WINNER
Loose Women (ITV1)
Morning Live (BBC One)
Richard Osman’s House of Games (BBC Two)
Children’s Non Scripted
BoosNoo! (Sky Kids)
FYI Investigates: Disability and Me (Sky Kids)
Operation Ouch! (CBBC)
Reu and Harper’s Wonder World (Channel 5)
