Baftas 2022: bridgerton's nicola coughlan makes statement in dramatic pink gown

BRIDGERTON STAR NICOLA COUGHLAN, WHO PLAYS PENELOPE FEATHERINGTON, LOOKED INCREDIBLE IN A BRIGHT PINK DRESS WHEN SHE WALKED THE RED CARPET AT THE TV BAFTA AWARDS 17:40, 08 May 2022Updated

17:40, 08 May 2022 Bridgerton actress Nicola Coughlan turned heads on the BAFTAs red carpet as she wore a pink floor length gown. The 35-year-old, who plays Penelope Featherington in the

raunchy Netflix drama, looked amazing in the eye-catching dress which was decorated with huge bows across the neckline, and had a cinched-in waist. Irish actress Nicola smiled for the

cameras as she showed off the statement number, which had a skirt that ruched at the bottom and flowed to the floor The Netflix star accessorised her dress with silver jewellery, dark nail

varnish and red lipstick. As well as Bridgerton, Nicola is known for her role as dramatic teen Claire in Channel 4 series Derry Girls, the last season of which is currently airing. Article

continues below Nicola recently admitted her screen time in the final series of the Irish comedy was cut down due to filming schedules clashing with Bridgerton. Speaking about her reduced

role, Nicola has said: "It was devastating to me because I wanted to be in all of this." "But compromises had to be made. And you know, they had to cut down my role somewhat,

which was hard. Really, really hard. But I think, you know, the fans of the show are going to be happy," she said. Nicola was not the only celeb looking fabulous at The BAFTA Awards,

which are taking place at London's Royal Festival Hall and celebrate the biggest talent in TV. New Doctor Who Ncuti Gatwa flashed his pecks in a black ensemble, featuring a jacket with

a cut out section, and black fringes. His red carpet appearance came hours after it was announced the 29-year-old Sex Education star would play the famous time lord in the BBC show, taking

over from Jodie Whittaker. Former Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts looked stunning metallic gown that was slashed to the thigh. She teamed the one-shoulder dress with simple silver sandals and

swept her blonde hair up in a bun. TV presenter Katie Piper stunned in a pink gown with feather trim which she teamed with a metallic handbag and matching shoes. Our Girl actress Michelle

Keegan wowed in a peach-coloured floor-length gown which she teamed with silver heels. She arrived with husband Mark Wright, who looked very dapper in a dark suit with white shirt and black

bow tie. While former Saturdays star turned TV presenter Rochelle Humes chose a floor-length lace dress for the occasion. This Morning presenter Alison Hammond wowed in a black gown which

she paired with a long flowing metallic jacket. Other breakfast telly stars out in force included Lorraine Kelly, who stunned in a long white gown with a leaf print on it. The presenter

completed her outfit with a gold clutch bag and heels. Comedian and actor Richard Ayoade will play BAFTAs host for the third year running. Channel 4 drama It’s A Sin, about a group of

friends during the 1980s Aids crisis, leads the nominations. It is up for 11 gongs, including Best Drama and Best Mini-Series. Article continues belowREAD MORE: Derry Girls' final

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