Actor Samantha Morton is set for special recognition at the Baftas on Sunday (February 18) as the Academy has awarded her a Fellowship.
Samantha, who is widely regarded as one of the standout actors of her generation, said “As a proud BAFTA member I am honoured, profoundly humbled and grateful to BAFTA for giving me this award".
Now 46, Samantha has racked up a career of massive blockbusters and quiet indie hits. Her intense blue gaze and ability to inhabit her roles mean she's been in Hollywood hits and remains known by cinema fans.
Born in Nottingham in 1977, Samantha was just 12, when she joined what was then the Central Junior Television Workshop. Within a couple of years, she was acting in theatre. Try MEN Premium now for FREE...
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