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Dame Donna Langley to receive Bafta Fellowship Award

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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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