BAFTAs 2024: The Crown's Meg Bellamy goes all leggy in a black dress with a daringly high slit as real-life Princess Kate misses out on awards as she continues to recover from abdominal surgery

Meg Bellamy put on a very daring performance as she arrived at the 77th EE British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday.

The 21-year-old Crown actress showed off her incredible figure in a stunning one-sleeved black dress with a jeweled neckline.

Her dress also featured a daring high slit down the side, putting her toned legs on full display underneath.

Meg boosted her height in a pair of black satin high heels and sported a new hairstyle, with her brunette locks cut into a stylish bob.

The Kate Middleton star will have the opportunity to meet real royals on the red carpet as Prince William, president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, will be in attendance.

Meg Bellamy put on a very daring performance as she arrived at the 77th EE British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday

Meg Bellamy put on a very daring performance as she arrived at the 77th EE British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday

The 21-year-old Crown actress showed off her incredible figure in a stunning one-sleeved black dress with a jeweled neckline

The 21-year-old Crown actress showed off her incredible figure in a stunning one-sleeved black dress with a jeweled neckline

Her dress also featured a daring high slit down the side, putting her toned legs on full display underneath

Her dress also featured a daring high slit down the side, putting her toned legs on full display underneath

However, Meg won't have the chance to meet the real Kate herself as the Princess of Wales is skipping the event as she continues to recover from abdominal surgery.

Prince William will appear alone, in his first high-profile royal engagement since his wife had surgery last month.

Last year he attended the ceremony alongside Princess Kate, where they met honorees Cate Blanchett, Austin Butler and Emma Mackey.

Kate underwent surgery at the London Clinic on January 16 and has since returned to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor to be with her three children.

David Tennant will host this year's ceremony live from the Royal Festival Hall in London's Southbank Centre, with a number of guest presenters presenting the awards throughout the night.

Actress and singer Hannah Waddingham will treat guests to an exclusive live music performance, while Sophie Ellis-Bextor will perform her iconic hit 'Murder on the Dancefloor' after it was given new life in Emerald Fennell's BAFTA-nominated 'Saltburn' woke up.

Elsewhere, Guyanese-born, London-based film curator June Givanni will receive an Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award.

Actress Samantha Morton's long career will also be rewarded with a BAFTA Fellowship, the arts organization's highest honor, given in recognition of outstanding and exceptional contributions to film, games or television.

Meg boosted her height in a pair of black satin high heels and sported a new hairstyle, with her brunette locks cut into a stylish bob

Meg boosted her height in a pair of black satin high heels and sported a new hairstyle, with her brunette locks cut into a stylish bob

The Kate Middleton star will have the opportunity to mingle with real royals on the red carpet as Prince William, president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, will be in attendance

The Kate Middleton star will have the opportunity to mingle with real royals on the red carpet as Prince William, president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, will be in attendance

However, Meg won't have the chance to meet the real Kate herself as the Princess of Wales is skipping the event as she continues to recover from abdominal surgery

However, Meg won't have the chance to meet the real Kate herself as the Princess of Wales is skipping the event as she continues to recover from abdominal surgery

Tennant, who is hosting the star-studded ceremony for the first time, recently admitted he was confused by the prospect of competing in front of so many people.

He told Variety, “If I'm honest, I don't know what to expect.” The whole thing just feels like one of those experiences that you say yes to because it would be rude not to . But what an amazing thing to be asked to do. What a privilege.'

The Scottish actor also insisted he would be taking a softer approach to the aggressive style Ricky Gervais used to great effect at the Golden Globes.

“I think the BAFTA mood is supportive and friendly,” he added. “Ricky Gervais is brilliant at what he does, but that wouldn’t be my style.”

“I don’t think I have that approach, so I think you just have to be who you are. “But we have good material that doesn’t leave anyone feeling under attack.”

Tennant revealed that he was completely shocked when he received an email asking if he wanted to host the annual awards ceremony.

Speaking to Radio Times, he said: “At the moment, a month on, it feels like a bit of thrill and fun.”

“An extraordinary opportunity to do something very unusual and exciting.” People keep asking me how nervous I am, how I prepare for it and so on, and that's starting to make me nervous.

Prince William will appear alone, in his first high-profile royal engagement since his wife had surgery last month (pictured in 2023)

Prince William will appear alone, in his first high-profile royal engagement since his wife had surgery last month (pictured in 2023)

Last year he attended the ceremony alongside Princess Kate, where they met honorees Cate Blanchett, Austin Butler and Emma Mackey (pictured).

Last year he attended the ceremony alongside Princess Kate, where they met honorees Cate Blanchett, Austin Butler and Emma Mackey (pictured).

“Who knows why they asked me!” I just thought I'd say yes before they realized they sent the email to the wrong person.”

BAFTA CEO Jane Millichip confirmed that the academy was “over the moon” that Tennant would host the ceremony.

She said: “He is rightly popular with British and international audiences alike.”

“His warmth, charm and mischievous wit will make next month’s show a must-see for our guests at the Royal Festival Hall and the millions of people watching at home.”

Guest presenters for the evening include Bryce Dallas Howard, Callum Turner, Cate Blanchett, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Daisy Edgar Jones, David Beckham, Deepika Padukone, Dua Lipa, Emma Corrin, Gillian Anderson, Hugh Grant, Idris Elba, Jack O'Connell, Lily Collins, Rebecca Ferguson and Taylor Russell.

Emma Baehr, Executive Director of Awards & Content, said: “It is an honor to welcome so many nominees for the EE BAFTA Film Awards this Sunday, representing some of the best creative talent on and behind the screen today Film Work.” which gave audiences worldwide an incredible year of film.

“It is a pleasure to bring these 38 remarkable films and the teams that made them to the public.”

“With host David Tennant bringing his charm and charisma to the ceremony, and performances from Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Hannah Waddingham, it promises to be an entertaining show for all our nominees and guests at the Royal Festival Hall and the millions of viewers. “At home around the world.”

In 2023, acting veteran Richard E. Grant took the stage as host of the BAFTAs and, in his opening monologue, referenced the infamous moment at the 2022 Academy Awards when film star Will Smith slapped presenter Chris Rock.

He told the star-studded crowd: “Nobody under my watch is getting slapped tonight – except on the shoulder.”

In 2022, “Pitch Perfect” and “Bridesmaids” actress Rebel Wilson made risqué jokes about the royal family, Russian President Vladimir Putin, the gender pay gap, the flop film “Cats” in which she starred, and her recent weight loss.

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is a world-leading independent arts organization, drawing attention to the best of film, games and television and supporting the development of creative talent in the UK and around the world.

The organization also recognizes outstanding achievements and promotes young talent through year-round workshops, scholarships, masterclasses, mentoring programs and lectures.

The nominees for the BAFTA EE Rising Star Award were announced on January 10th, with the official longlist of nominations revealed on January 18th.

This year's ceremony will last two hours and will be broadcast on BBC One from 7pm to 9pm and available to stream on BBC iPlayer.

FULL 2024 BAFTA NOMINATIONS

Best movie

Anatomy of a fall

The leftovers

Flower Moon Killer

Oppenheimer

Poor things

Best Director

Oppenheimer's will win.  One of his many nominations is Christopher Nolan for Best Director

Oppenheimer's will win. One of his many nominations is Christopher Nolan for Best Director

Andrew Haigh, We are all strangers

Justine Triet, Anatomy of a Fall

Alexander Payne, The Holdovers

Bradley Cooper, maestro

Christopher Nolan, Oppenheimer

Jonathan Glazer, The Zone of Interest

supporting cast

Robert De Niro, Killers Of The Flower Moon

Robert Downey Jr., Oppenheimer

Jacob Elordi, Saltburn

Ryan Gosling, Barbie

Paul Mescal, We are all strangers

Dominic Sessa, The Holdovers

supporting actress

Emily Blunt, Oppenheimer

Danielle Brooks, The Color Purple

Claire Foy, We Are All Strangers

Sandra Hülser, The Zone Of Interest

Rosamund Pike, Saltburn

Da'vine Joy Randolph, The Holdovers

Original script

Anatomy Of A Fall received numerous nominations, including for Original Screenplay

Anatomy Of A Fall received numerous nominations, including for Original Screenplay

Anatomy of a fall

Barbie

The leftovers

maestro

Past lives

Adapted script

We are all strangers

American fiction

Oppenheimer

Poor things

The zone of interest

animated film

Chicken Run's sequel

Chicken Run's sequel “Dawn Of The Nugget” is set for the animated film

The Boy and the Heron

Chicken Run: Dawn Of The Nugget

Elementary

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse

British short film

Festival of slaps

Gorka

Jellyfish and lobsters

Such a beautiful day

Yellow

cinematography

Flower Moon Killer

maestro

Oppenheimer

Poor things

The Son of Interest

documentary

20 days in Mariupol

American Symphony

Beyond utopia

Still: A Michael J. Fox film

Wham!

Makeup and hair

“Killers Of The Flower Moon” received numerous nominations.  Pictured: Lily Gladstone and Leonardo di Caprio

“Killers Of The Flower Moon” received numerous nominations. Pictured: Lily Gladstone and Leonardo di Caprio

Flower Moon Killer

maestro

Napoleon

Oppenheimer

Poor things

Product design

Barbie

Flower Moon Killer

Oppenheimer

Poor things

The zone of interest

Special visual effects

Poor Things starring Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo (both pictured) is ready for special visual effects

Poor Things starring Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo (both pictured) is ready for special visual effects

The creator

Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

Napoleon

Poor things

main actor

Barry Keoghan is nominated for lead actor for his performance in Saltburn

Barry Keoghan is nominated for lead actor for his performance in Saltburn

Bradley Cooper, maestro

Colman Domingo, Rustin

Paul Giamatti, The Holdovers

Barry Keoghan, Saltburn

Cillian Murphy, Oppenheimer

Teo Yoo, Past Lives

Leading actress

Margot Robbie was nominated for Lead Actress

Margot Robbie was nominated for Lead Actress

Fantasia Barrino, The Color Purple

Sandra Hülser, Anatomy Of A Fall

Carey Mulligan, maestro

Vivian Oparah, Rye Lane

Margot Robbie, Barbie

Emma Stone, Poor things

Outstanding British film

We are all strangers

How to have sex

Napoleon

The old oak

Poor things

Rye Lane

Salt burn

Scrappers

Wonka

The zone of interest

Film not in English

20 days in Mariupol

Anatomy of a fall

Past lives

Society of Snow

The zone of interest

Outstanding debut

“How To Have Sex” received an award for outstanding debut

“How To Have Sex” received an award for outstanding debut

Blue pocket life

Bobi Wine: The People's President

Earth Mama

How to have sex

Is there anyone out there?

Outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer

Lisa Selby, Rebecca Lloyd Evans, Alex Fry

Christopher Sharp

Savanah Leaf, Shirley O'Connor, Medb Riordan

Molly Manning Walker

Ella Glendining

British short animation

Crab day

Visible repair

Wild incantation

Casting

The Holdovers performed well, including their participation in the casting

The Holdovers performed well, including their participation in the casting

We are all strangers

Anatomy of a fall

The leftovers

How to have sex

Flower Moon Killer

Costume design

Barbie

Flower Moon Killer

Napoleon

Oppenheimer

Poor things

editing

Anatomy of a fall

Flower Moon Killer

Oppenheimer

Poor things

The zone of interest

Original score

Flower Moon Killer

Oppenheimer

Poor things

Salt burn

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse

sound

The Zone Of Interest is available for sound alongside Oppenheimer, Maestro and others

The Zone Of Interest is available for sound alongside Oppenheimer, Maestro and others

Ferrari

maestro

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

Oppenheimer

The zone of interest

EE Rising Star

Phoebe Dynevor

Ayo Edebiri

Jacob Elordi

Mia McKenna-Bruce

Sophie Wilde