TV
Graham Norton to host BAFTAs
Published Monday, Feb 21 2005, 14:34 GMT | By Daniel Saney
Irish comedian Graham Norton is set to host this year's BAFTA awards.
Norton, who has received three BAFTAs himself, said of his appointment: "Obviously being asked to host the BAFTA awards is a huge thrill, not to mention a lot easier than sitting in the audience pretending to be pleased for the winners.
"However, the job does come with its own worries - will I be able to pronounce all the names? Will I be able to go for two hours without a drink?"
The nominations for this year's awards will be announced on March 14, with the ceremony taking place on April 17 at London's Royal Theatre.
Norton, who has received three BAFTAs himself, said of his appointment: "Obviously being asked to host the BAFTA awards is a huge thrill, not to mention a lot easier than sitting in the audience pretending to be pleased for the winners.
"However, the job does come with its own worries - will I be able to pronounce all the names? Will I be able to go for two hours without a drink?"
The nominations for this year's awards will be announced on March 14, with the ceremony taking place on April 17 at London's Royal Theatre.
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