Comedian and Taskmaster host Greg Davies will host the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. The ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 10 at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London and air that evening on BBC One and iPlayer.
“Greg Davies is one of the U.K.’s most beloved comedians, writers and actors,” BAFTA said. “Known for his towering presence and distinctive comedy style, he first came to prominence as the intimidating but lovable Mr Gilbert in The Inbetweeners, before creating and starring in the critically acclaimed Channel 4 sitcom Man Down, writing and starring in BBC One’s hit crime scene comedy The Cleaner and hosting Sky’s Never Mind the Buzzcocks. As host of Channel 4’s BAFTA award-winning Taskmaster, he presides over Alex Horne’s mischief with warmth, wit and endless glee. His ability to bring genuine surprise and laughter to any occasion makes him a perfect choice to host this year’s BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises.”
The BAFTA Television Awards, Britain’s biggest night in TV, recognize the programs and talent that captured the hearts and minds of BAFTA’s television voting membership over the past year. The nominations will be unveiled on Tuesday.
Davies said he was “thrilled” to be presenting the awards night. :I see the whole event as an opportunity to wave a flag for this beloved medium and, with the exception of one commissioner, two execs and a co-star that I have personal beef with, I will do everything I can to ensure it’s a night of warm celebration for all,” he quipped.
Said Emma Baehr, executive director of awards & content at BAFTA: “We’re excited to have Greg Davies hosting this year’s BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. His sharp humor, warmth and energy will set the stage for an unforgettable night honoring the very best in British television. The ambition, craft, and sheer range of talent on-screen and behind it continues to raise the bar. We can’t wait to shine a spotlight on the creatives who defined 2025’s standout programs.”
Mr Loverman and Mr Bates vs the Post Office were key winners at the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards.
