Warwick Davis: Harry Potter actor to receive Bafta Fellowship

Davis, 54, has spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita, a uncommon type of dwarfism.

All through his profession, he has advocated for a extra inclusive display screen business and is the founding father of Willow Administration, an company devoted to representing actors underneath 5ft or over 7ft tall.

Davis mentioned: “The Fellowship, to me, embodies the spirit of inclusivity, creativity, and collaboration that Bafta stands for.

“This recognition is not only concerning the physique of labor I’ve contributed but in addition concerning the individuals who’ve stood by me and the audiences who’ve made this journey worthwhile.”

He continued: “I additionally wish to acknowledge the great colleagues and mates who’ve labored behind the scenes – costumers, make-up artists, digital camera crews – who quietly and tirelessly pour their hearts into each manufacturing.

“I look ahead to persevering with to champion contemporary views, advocate for higher illustration, and encourage the following era of storytellers to dream massive.”

The Fellowship recognises business figures who’ve made an impressive contribution to movie, tv or video games.

Earlier recipients embody Alfred Hitchcock, Steven Spielberg, Dame Judi Dench, Dame Vanessa Redgrave, Martin Scorsese, Sidney Poitier and Dame Helen Mirren.