Claudia Winkleman made a rare and stunning appearance at the 2026 TV BAFTAs, alongside her husband, producer Kris Thykier. The couple, who have been married for over two decades, dazzled on the red carpet before the big event at The Royal Festival Hall. However, the glamorous evening came after a whirlwind journey from Scotland, where Claudia had been filming for Celebrity Traitors.
The 54-year-old TV presenter revealed that she had to rush from the set of Celebrity Traitors—where stars like Maya Jama, James Blunt, and Leigh-Anne Pinnock are taking part this year—to make it to the BAFTA ceremony. She shared that her hectic day involved a quick flight to London, but she didn’t get to enjoy the star-studded evening for long. “We came down from Scotland this morning, and I’m leaving again in eight minutes,” she told the Daily Mail, humorously acknowledging the chaos of her schedule.
Claudia Winkleman made a rare appearance with her husband Kris Thykier following a chaotic dash from Celebrity Traitors filming to attend the TV BAFTAs on Sunday
The TV presenter, 54, began shooting the show in Scotland earlier this week with the likes of Maya Jama , James Blunt and Leigh-Anne Pinnock taking part this year
Despite her whirlwind trip, Claudia was in high spirits as she and Kris made their way into the Royal Festival Hall, where she proudly accepted the award for Best Reality Show on behalf of Celebrity Traitors. The show has been a massive hit, captivating audiences with its intense gameplay and unpredictable twists. Claudia reflected on her deep love for the show, admitting, “I love watching how the traitors behave and how the faithful behave. I want both sides to win equally. It’s confusing but so exciting!”
For the event, Claudia looked effortlessly chic in a black jacket paired with matching cropped trousers, completing the ensemble with white stiletto heels. Kris, equally stylish, was dapper in a classic suit and bow tie. The couple, who have kept their personal life mostly private, were all smiles as they posed together on the red carpet, hand in hand.
But she’s managed a quick trip to London for the star-studded event held at The Royal Festival Hall to pick up the gong for Best Reality Show for the Traitors
Despite the win, Claudia was only able to stay for half an hour before hopping back on a plane, she said: ‘We came down from Scotland this morning and I am leaving again in eight minutes’
Claudia was all smiles as she took her seat in the Royal Festival Hall
Though their public appearances together are rare, their connection was clear as ever. The couple has been married since June 2000, and they share two children, making their brief but public outing a moment to cherish for their fans.
Claudia’s quick appearance at the BAFTAs comes amid a year of notable recognition for Celebrity Traitors, which has earned five nominations at this year’s awards. The show continues to be a hit, particularly due to the intense involvement of fans on social media, who enjoy watching the drama unfold together. For Claudia, the experience has been incredibly rewarding, as she shared: “Social media is so important to the show, and people watching together as families is my favorite thing.”
The BAFTA ceremony, which aired live on BBC One and iPlayer, also saw numerous other deserving shows and performances recognized. Notably, Stephen Graham’s Adolescence received 11 nominations, with stars such as Siân Brooke, Jodie Whittaker, and Aimee Lou Wood all competing for top acting awards. While the night was filled with high expectations, Claudia and Celebrity Traitors stood out as one of the biggest winners.
As the night continued, the Winkleman-Thykier duo’s brief yet memorable appearance was a shining example of the dedication and passion they bring to their respective careers. Claudia, always balancing work and family life with grace, once again proved why she is one of Britain’s beloved TV personalities.
The BAFTA TV Awards will be broadcast live on May 10 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with the full list of winners available online.
