Dame Donna Langley to receive Bafta Fellowship Award

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11 Feb 2026 • 11:48 PM MYT
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  • Dame Donna Langley, NBCUniversal chair of entertainment, is set to receive the 2026 Bafta Fellowship Award.
  • She is the first British woman to run a major Hollywood studio and is recognised for her "outstanding and exceptional" contribution to film and TV.
  • The award acknowledges her transformative leadership, commitment to inclusion, and strong relationships with creative partners.
  • Her career highlights include championing successful films such as Oppenheimer, Get Out, and Bridesmaids, and major franchises like Fast And Furious.
  • The prestigious award will be presented at the Bafta Film Awards on 22 February 2026.

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