Warwick Davis, British actor and comedian best known for starring in Lucasfilm Willow His follow-up series on Disney+ is set to be awarded a BAFTA Fellowship at the EE BAFTA Film Awards, taking place on Sunday 16 February.
The BAFTA Fellowship honors those who have made an outstanding and exceptional contribution to film, games or television. Davis is the latest in a long line of stars to receive the honor, most recently actress Samantha Morton last year.
“For me, the Fellowship embodies the spirit of inclusivity, creativity and collaboration that BAFTA stands for. This honor is not just for the body of work I have contributed, but also for the people who have stood by me and the audiences who have made this journey worthwhile,” Davis said in a statement. This fellowship honors everyone with dwarfism or any form of difference, reminding us that our uniqueness can be our greatest asset. I also want to pay tribute to the amazing colleagues and friends who work behind the scenes – the agents, the make-up artists, the camera crews – who quietly and tirelessly put their efforts into every production.
The actor continued: “From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for this wonderful honor. I look forward to continuing to champion new perspectives, advocate for better representation, and inspire the next generation of storytellers to dream big. Thank you, BAFTA, for believing in my journey.”
Sarah Bott, Chair of BAFTA, said: “We are delighted to present Warwick Davis with a BAFTA Fellowship Award; Our highest honor. Warwick is a talented, much-loved and truly inspiring character who has captivated audiences over many decades. From his iconic performances to his advocacy for greater inclusion and representation on screen and off, Warwick has had a remarkable impact on cinema and has had a profound impact in promoting a more inclusive and caring society. He is highly respected by his peers in Britain and internationally for his tremendous creativity and passion for the craft of storytelling, and we at BAFTA are delighted to celebrate his exceptional body of work and achievements at the EE BAFTA Film Awards next month.
Otherwise known for roles in star wars, Harry Potterand leprechaun franchises, Davis also starred Life is too shorta British biographical 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, opinionand A mazebut not limited to.
Davis has been acting since he was 11 years old, and has pursued his passion despite the challenges presented by living with congenital spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia, a rare form of dwarfism. Along with acting, he is also an entrepreneur and advocate who has dedicated his career to creating a more inclusive screen industry, using his platform to challenge societal bias and champion self-empowerment. As well as founding Willow Management, an agency dedicated to representing actors under five feet tall and over seven feet tall which today is the largest agency of its kind in the world, he is the co-founder of Little People UK, a charity that provides friendship and camaraderie. Financial support and guidance for people with dwarfism, their families and friends. Besides, his company “Reduced Height Theater” supports actors who are under five feet tall and helps them build their careers in screen arts.
The 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards will be hosted by actor David Tennant, and will be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer in the UK, BritBox in North America, the Nordics and Australia, as well as a host of other international broadcasters to be announced at a later date. date.
