THE BAFTA awards are an annual celebration of film and have been a staple of the industry for 75 years.
Since kicking off its first event in 1949, the Bafta Awards have become just as important as the Oscars and the Golden Globes.
What does Bafta stand for?
BAFTA stands for British Academy of Film and Television Arts, the event is also known as the British Academy Film Awards.
EE have sponsored the film awards since 2013 when they purchased phone network Orange, the show's previous sponsor.
The first BAFTA awards ceremony took place in 1949 and presented the first awards for film and television that were made in 1947 and 1948.
It took place at the Odeon Cinema in Leicester Square, London.
The ceremony historically take place in March or April but the date was moved in 2002 to land in February, to ensure the awards preceded the Oscars.
In 2021, the awards returned to their traditional slot in March or April.
Who designed the statue?
The award was first designed by American sculptor Mitzi Cunliffe.
Mitzi was commissioned to create the iconic theatrical mask by the Guild of Television Producers in 1955.
Cunliffe originally modelled it in plasticine before it was cast in bronze at the royal opening of its new premises when the awards became the British Academy of Film and Television Arts in 1976.
The first mask was presented to Charlie Chaplin, who was honoured as an Academy Fellow.
When will the next BAFTA awards take place?
It will air on BBC One from 7pm with Rebel Wilson hosting.
If you miss the show, the entire programme will be available to watch on catch-up for a period of time afterwards on BBC iPlayer.
