In a deeply emotional moment at the BAFTA TV Awards, Stephen Graham was overwhelmed as he received the Best Actor award for his role in the Netflix hit Adolescence. The actor, who has been nominated eight times over the years for roles in Help, Time, and This Is England ’90, finally took home the coveted trophy.
Adolescence made history, sweeping the awards with Best Supporting Actor (Owen Cooper), Best Supporting Actress (Christine Tremarco), and Limited Drama—a record-breaking haul for a single series.
Graham, who played the father of troubled teen Jamie Miller, dedicated his win to his fellow nominees and shared how much this moment meant to him, particularly after years of near-misses. “I might take my time,” he said, “I’ve been nominated eight times, and this is the first time I’ve won.” 
As the emotional night unfolded, Owen Cooper, the 16-year-old star of Adolescence, made history by becoming the youngest-ever winner of the Best Supporting Actor BAFTA. Meanwhile, Christine Tremarco surprised many by winning Best Supporting Actress, outshining previous awards favorite Erin Doherty.
The groundbreaking drama, which tackles online radicalization and misogyny, was created by Stephen Graham and writer Jack Thorne, who expressed their pride in the show’s success. Stephen Graham wiped away tears as he paid tribute to his co-stars and shared how much the win meant to him personally.
Amid the excitement, Producer Mark Herbert of Warp Films also praised the series for its raw, emotional storytelling, which has resonated with audiences and critics alike. “The script ripped our hearts and punched us in the guts,” he said, acknowledging Graham’s leadership in bringing this powerful project to life.
With accolades piling up for Adolescence, and Graham’s emotional victory marking a career-defining moment, the evening was one to remember, leaving everyone wondering what’s next for this iconic actor and his trailblazing series.
Source: Daily Mail
