The Duke of Cambridge as President of The British Academy of Film & Television Arts

**JessRulz** · #1 11-21-2006, 01:03 AM

Arms of HRH The Duke of Cambridge

The Duke of Cambridge as
President of The British Academy of Film and Television Arts
Announced February 21, 2010

"The British Academy of Film and Television Arts - BAFTA - is a world-leading independent arts charity. In addition to its Awards ceremonies, BAFTA has a year-round, international programme of learning events and initiatives that offers unique access to some of the world’s most inspiring talent through workshops, masterclasses, scholarships, lectures and mentoring schemes in the UK, USA and Asia."

Official Website

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Sonjapearl · #2 02-15-2010, 08:52 PM

According to the Express' Richard Palmer:

"Prince William will reach another milestone in his official life when he attends Britain's premier film awards for first time."

"Prince William will meet Hollywood stars when he presents a trophy at the Baftas on Sunday."

http://twitter.com/RoyalReporter

Lumutqueen · #3 02-16-2010, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Sonjapearl

"Prince William will reach another milestone in his official life when he attends Britain's premier film awards for first time."

I don't know why this is a milestone?

It's nice for him to attend i suppose.

Opal · #4 02-16-2010, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by lumutqueen

I don't know why this is a milestone?

I would imagine because he's never attended anything like this before.
I guess it's official if it's on the Royal's website. There's no mention of it on the BAFTA's website though.

Lumutqueen · #5 02-16-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Opal

I would imagine because he's never attended anything like this before.
I guess it's official if it's on the Royal's website. There's no mention of it on the BAFTA's website though.

Yeah but attending a celebrity event IMO is not a milestone.
A milestone is something big.

Sereta · #6 02-16-2010, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Sonjapearl

According to the Express' Richard Palmer:

"Prince William will reach another milestone in his official life when he attends Britain's premier film awards for first time."

"Prince William will meet Hollywood stars when he presents a trophy at the Baftas on Sunday."

Richard Palmer (RoyalReporter) on Twitter

How exciting! I can't wait to see this!!

Sereta · #7 02-17-2010, 06:07 PM

Does anybody know if the Bafta Awards are broadcast in the U.S. and if so on what channel - maybe one of the cable channels? Thank you!

Lumutqueen · #8 02-17-2010, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Sereta

Does anybody know if the Bafta Awards are broadcast in the U.S. and if so on what channel - maybe one of the cable channels? Thank you!

BBC America usually broadcasts the event.

Dierna23 · #9 02-18-2010, 12:01 AM

Prince William to hand a Bafta to republican Vanessa Redgrave

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Presenting a prestigious award to an avowed republican is probably not what Prince William had in mind for his latest royal milestone.

Prince William to hand a Bafta to republican Vanessa Redgrave | Mail Online

Lumutqueen · #10 02-18-2010, 07:27 AM

Talk about taking the prestige out of an award.
It was not neccessary to mention that Vannessa is a republican, i'm sure she'll be honoured to recieve her Academy Fellowship Award.

muriel · #11 02-18-2010, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by lumutqueen

Talk about taking the prestige out of an award.
It was not neccessary to mention that Vannessa is a republican, i'm sure she'll be honoured to recieve her Academy Fellowship Award.

Lumutqueen - Not sure I really understand what you mean by your comment?

Lumutqueen · #12 02-18-2010, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by muriel

Lumutqueen - Not sure I really understand what you mean by your comment?

Vannessa is recieving the 2nd most prestigious award in the film industry in my opinion, yet all the mail decides to talk about, is how she is a republican.

**iceflower** · #13 02-21-2010, 05:06 PM

Prince William attends the Orange British Academy Film Awards
2010 at the Royal Opera House on February 21, 2010 in London,
England.

** Pic 1 ** Pic 2 ** Pic 3 ** zimbio ** belga **

Sereta · #14 02-21-2010, 05:49 PM

Looks like he walked the red carpet. I look forward to watching this.

Lumutqueen · #15 02-21-2010, 06:22 PM

Its a wonderful entrance, he looks beautiful in black tie. I hope I haven't missed him

http://www.bafta.org/awards/film/news,1029,BA.html

He's to succeed Richard Attenborough as President of BAFTA.

**Zonk** · #16 02-21-2010, 06:35 PM

Thanks for the info. Now his appearance at the BAFTA's makes sense.

I didn't understand the Royal Family's previous association with the BAFTA's and was concerned that the Prince was blurring the lines between royalty and celebrity. But now I have a better understanding.

Lumutqueen · #17 02-21-2010, 06:43 PM

Neither did I. He's on now and Jonathon Ross has just announced it that Richard is retiring due to illness.
Unfortunatly William seems very nervous (understandable) and he kept his eyes on his card.

Sereta · #18 02-22-2010, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Zonk

Thanks for the info. Now his appearance at the BAFTA's makes sense.

I was a little concerned about this too. But now we know the reason. Congrats to William about becoming their new President. I do hope Richard Attenborough will be ok whatever his illness is.

Did anyone else watch the BAFTA awards last night? William looked dapper in his tux.
I don't know what all the fuss about Vanessa Redgrave being a replublican was. She was very gracious and respectful, and even did a deep curtsey to William. She was obviously moved about receiving her Fellowship award.

Lumutqueen · #19 02-22-2010, 05:36 PM

The press were trying to capitalise on the irony, a republic recieving a lifetime achievement award from the royal.

Princejohnny25 · #20 02-22-2010, 06:02 PM

Video: Bafta winners 2010: Prince William presents Vanessa Redgrave with award - Telegraph

Vanessa Redgrave praised both the Prince of Wales and the late Diana, Princess of Wales and gave a deep elegant cursty to Prince William. She is a grande dame that one, one of my favs to watch.