Greg Davies to host the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards

This year's ceremony takes place on Sunday 10th May.

BAFTA has announced that renowned comedian Greg Davies will be the host of the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises, to be held on Sunday 10th May at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall. The star-studded event will air on BBC One that evening.

Greg Davies is known for his towering presence and distinctive comedy style, and first came to prominence as the intimidating but lovable Mr Gilbert in The Inbetweeners, before creating and starring in Channel 4 sitcom Man Down, writing and starring in BBC One’s crime scene comedy, The Cleaner and hosting Sky’s Never Mind the Buzzcocks.

As host of Channel 4's Taskmaster, Greg 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.

On hosting this year's Television BAFTAs, Greg Davies said "I am thrilled to be presenting the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. 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."

To which Emma Baehr, executive director of Awards & Content at BAFTA, added "We’re excited to have Greg Davies hosting this year’s BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. His sharp humour, warmth and energy will set the stage for an unforgettable night honouring 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 programmes."

Britain’s biggest night in TV, recognises the programmes and creative talent that captured the hearts and minds of BAFTA’s television voting membership.

The nominations will be unveiled for all competitive categories across both the BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises and BAFTA Television Craft Awards on Tuesday 24th March 2026 at 12pm GMT.

The P&O Cruises Memorable Moment Award is the only award voted for by members of the public, honouring the impact of television and its power to bring the nation together. And you can vote here. Voters will have the opportunity to enter a prize draw to win one of 10 pairs of ceremony tickets.

BAFTA Television Awards will air Sunday 10th May on BBC One