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‘How rude!’ Viewers angry after Jennifer Lawrence snubs ‘National Treasure’ Joanna Lumley during the BAFTAs
On Sunday night, Joanna Lumley took to the stage to host the 71st annual BAFTA awards – replacing Stephen Fry for the first time in 12 years.
The celebrated actress kicked off the evening by leaving viewers in fits of giggles, with an hilarious sketch.
The video saw Joanna phone various male celebs – although their end of the call were scenes lifted from some of their best-loved films.
And fans clearly loved it – with one writing, “#JoannaLumley quintessentially the most perfect British lady – fantastic performance”.
However, when it came to the actual ceremony, things got a little more awkward for Jo Lumley.
The 71-year-old began by announcing the first award – and the actress presenting it, Jennifer Lawrence.
She said, “Right let’s start giving out some of those beautiful BAFTAs, shall we?
“And we start with the award for Outstanding British Film. And who better to kick the whole evening off than the hottest actress on the planet.
“Soon to be seen in Red Sparrow, it’s the ravi..
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