2010 British Academy Television Awards | |
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Date | 6 June 2010 |
Site | London Palladium |
Hosted by | Graham Norton |
Highlights | |
Best Comedy Series | The Armstrong and Miller Show |
Best Drama | Misfits |
Best Actor | Kenneth Branagh Wallander |
Best Actress | Julie Walters Mo |
Best Comedy | |
Television coverage | |
Channel | BBC One |
Ratings | 4.17 million |
The 2010 British Academy Television Awards were held on 6 June 2010. The nominations were announced on 10 May. [1] This year new awards were added including the award for Best Actor/Actress in a Supporting Role. Graham Norton hosted the ceremony. Winners are in bold.
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