Yahoo Lifestyle ‘Willow’s Warwick Davis Set For BAFTA Fellowship
Warwick Davis, the British actor and comedian best known for starring in Lucasfilm’s Willow and its follow-up series on Disney+, is set to be awarded with a BAFTA Fellowship at the EE BAFTA Film Awards, taking place on Sunday, February 16.
The BAFTA Fellowship recognizes those who have made an outstanding and exceptional contribution to film, games or television. Davis is just the latest in a long line of luminaries to receive the honor, the most recent being actress Samantha Morton last year.
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“The Fellowship, to me, embodies the spirit of inclusivity, creativity, and collaboration that BAFTA stands for. This recognition is not just about the body of work I’ve contributed but also about the people who’ve stood by me and the audiences who have made this journey worthwhile,” said Davis in a statement. “I accept this Fellowship in honor of everyone living with dwarfism or any form of difference, reminding us that our uniqueness can be our greatest asset. I also want to acknowledge the wonderful colleagues and friends who’ve worked behind the scenes—costumers, makeup artists, camera crews—who quietly and tirelessly pour their hearts into every production.
“From the bottom of my heart,” the actor continued, “thank you for this incredible honor. I look forward to continuing to champion fresh perspectives, advocate for better representation, and inspire the next generation of storytellers to dream big. Thank you, BAFTA, for believing in my journey.”
Stated BAFTA Chair Sara Putt, “We are delighted to present Warwick Davis the BAFTA Fellowship award; our highest honour. Warwick is a talented, much loved and truly inspiring figure who has captivated audiences over many decades. From his iconic performances to his advocacy for greater inclusion and representation on and off-screen, Warwick has had a remarkable impact on cinema and been profoundly influential in fostering a more inclusive and caring society. Hugely respected by his peers both in Britain and globally for his immense creativity and passion for the craft of storytelling, we at BAFTA are thrilled to celebrate his exceptional body of work and achievements at the EE BAFTA Film Awards next month.”
Otherwise best known for roles in the Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Leprechaun franchises, Davis also starred in Life’s Too Short, an autobiographical British series, which he co-created with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. Other notable film credits include Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Ray, and Labyrinth, to name just a few.
Davis has been acting since age 11, pursuing his passion in spite of challenges presented by living with spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita, a rare form of dwarfism. Beyond acting, he’s also an entrepreneur and advocate who has dedicated his career to creating a more inclusive screen industry, using his platform to challenge societal prejudice and champion self-empowerment. In addition to founding Willow Management, an agency dedicated to representing actors under five feet and over seven feet tall that today is the largest agency of its kind in the world, he’s the co-founder of Little People UK, a charity that offers friendship and financial support and guidance to people with dwarfism, their families and friends. Alongside, his Reduced Height Theatre Company supports actors under five foot tall and helps them build careers in the screen arts.
The 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards ceremony will be hosted by actor David Tennant, airing on BBC One and iPlayer in the UK, BritBox in North America, the Nordics and Australia, as well as a host of further international broadcasters to be announced at a later date.
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