Alison Hammond stuns in a star-studded gown at the EE BAFTA Nominees Party as she prepares to introduce the main event
Alison Hammond dazzled as she walked the red carpet in the USA BAFTA Nominees party in London on Saturday.
The 48-year-old presenter, who is currently preparing to host this year’s 76th annual film awards ceremony later this week, appeared to be in high spirits.
She looked as glamorous as ever in the strapless black dress adorned with dazzling gold stars.
Alison broke into a big smile when she arrived at the party held at the National Gallery, which was supported by BULGARI.
Her outfit was completed with a matching chiffon shawl draped loosely over her shoulders.
Exciting: Alison Hammond, 48, dazzled as she walked the red carpet at the EE BAFTA nominees party in London on Saturday
Alison styled her hair in soft waves and opted for striking eye makeup with a shimmery nude lip.
She was announced as the host of this year’s 76th annual film awards ceremony at the Southbank Center’s Royal Festival Hall alongside actor Richard E Grant last month.
The television personality, who presents ITV’s This Morning with Dermot O’Leary and has competed on Strictly Come Dancing, said: “I’m very excited to be hosting this year’s EE Bafta Film Awards with THE Richard E Grant.” .
She added: “We’re going to have a lot of fun bringing the glitz and glamor of backstage to all the home watching around the world.”
“From hanging out with the stars to celebrating the biggest night in movies to joining in discussions with movie fans, be prepared for only good vibes.”
The evening kicked off a spectacular weekend of celebrations that brought together the EE BAFTA Film Award nominees ahead of Sunday’s ceremony at the Royal Festival Hall.
Guests enjoyed the music of Becky Tong, who was playing at the historic venue, and were surrounded by some of the world’s most iconic paintings.
Drinks on offer included a signature Bulgari ‘Serpenti’ cocktail along with Taittinger champagne, Villa Maria wines, Woodford Reserve peach iced tea and a San Pellegrino Limonata and Magnolia spritz.
Fun night: The host, who is currently gearing up to host this year’s 76th annual film awards ceremony later this week, seemed to be in high spirits
Radiant: She looked as glamorous as ever in the strapless black gown adorned with dazzling gold stars.
The best of national and international talent will once again converge in London when the 76th Annual British Academy Film Awards take place on Sunday night.
The harrowing German reboot of the famed anti-war classic All Quiet on the Western Front has already garnered nine Oscar nominations, including best picture, a haul that surprised its creators.
Arguably the most significant category, Best Picture is a five-way battle between Edward Berger’s All Quiet On The Western Front, Martin McDonagh’s The Banshees Of Inisherin, Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis, Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert’s Everything Everywhere All At Once and Tar by Todd Field.
Cate Blanchett, Ana de Armas, Viola Davis, Danielle Deadwyler, Dame Emma Thompson and Michelle Yeoh are all in the running for the esteemed Best Actress category.
Meanwhile, Colin Farrell, Austin Butler, Brendan Fraser, Bill Nighy, Daryl McCormack and Paul Mescal will battle it out for Best Actor.
Glitzy: Alison broke into a big smile when she arrived at the party held at the National Gallery, which was supported by BULGARI.