Steven Fry affirmed his position as one of Britain’s leading national treasures this week, with a priceless opening monologue at the Baftas, Britain’s answer to the Oscars and the UK’s leading award show for the film and television industries. Fry makes what is considered one of the hardest jobs in show-biz – hosting an awards ceremony – look easy. For those who missed it or just can’t get BBC America (poor souls), we’ve posted it online in all its glory. Enjoy.
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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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