BAFTA Lancôme Nominees’ Party to be held at Kensington Palace, Saturday 13 February
London, 29 January 2016: The British Academy of Film and Television Arts has announced today that Lancôme is to co-host its official Nominees’ Party at Kensington Palace, London, on Saturday 13 February, the night before the EE British Academy Film Awards.
Lancôme extends its association with BAFTA having supported the awards as Official Beauty Partner for the past 16 years.
Amanda Berry OBE, Chief Executive of BAFTA, said: “Lancôme has been a truly wonderful partner of BAFTA for 16 years and I am thrilled that for the first time they will be our co-host for the Nominees’ Party on Saturday 13 February. Lancôme and BAFTA look forward to welcoming guests to Kensington Palace, a unique and special venue, to celebrate their fantastic achievements as nominees, and an amazing year in film.”
James Rickards, General Manager of Lancôme UKI, said “I’m thrilled we’re extending our 16 year partnership with BAFTA to become official co-host of its prestigious Nominees’ Party. Lancôme is synonymous with red carpet beauty with our spectacular A-list Ambassadresses including Julia Roberts, Penelope Cruz and Kate Winslet. And we have a long history with BAFTA, providing the make-up for the nominees with our talented group of Elite Make Up Artists. We’re looking forward to congratulating and celebrating with all the BAFTA nominees at Kensington Palace.”
The nominations for the EE British Academy Film Awards were announced on Friday 8 January at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly. More information is available at www.bafta.org/film.
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The EE British Academy Film Awards will take place on 14 February at The Royal Opera House in London’s Covent Garden. Stephen Fry will be returning to host this year’s ceremony, which will be broadcast exclusively on BBC One in the UK – preceded by a red carpet show on BBC Three – and in all major territories around the world. On the night, www.bafta.org will also feature red carpet highlights, photography and winners interviews, as well as dedicated coverage on its social networks including Facebook (/BAFTA), Twitter (@BAFTA / #EEBAFTAs), Tumblr and Instagram.
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About BAFTA
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is an independent charity that supports, develops and promotes the art forms of the moving image by identifying and rewarding excellence, inspiring practitioners and benefiting the public. In addition to its Awards ceremonies, BAFTA has a year-round programme of learning events and initiatives – featuring workshops, masterclasses, scholarships, lectures and mentoring schemes – in the UK, USA and Asia; it offers unique access to the world’s most inspiring talent and connects with a global audience of all ages and backgrounds. BAFTA relies on income from membership subscriptions, individual donations, trusts, foundations and corporate partnerships to support its ongoing outreach work. To access the best creative minds in film, television and games production, visit www.bafta.org/guru. For more, visit www.bafta.org.
About Lancôme
Created in Paris in 1935 by founder Armand Petitjean, Lancôme began as a fragrance house and today offers cutting edge facial skincare, make up and fragrances. Best selling products include Advanced Genifique serum, Hypnose Mascara and worldwide bestselling fragrance ‘La Vie Est Belle’ Lancome.co.uk.
