Molly-Mae Hague SHOCKS BAFTA 2025: Did She Really Pull Off That Look? Or Was It Just… A Cry For Attention?

When you think of Love Island, you don’t exactly expect A-list fashion and red carpet royalty, but here we are, in 2025, with Molly-Mae Hague turning heads at the EE BAFTA Film Awards in London. The 25-year-old former reality TV contestant made the ultimate power move—showing up at one of the biggest nights in film—dressed to the nines in what can only be described as a bold yet questionable ensemble. Was this a wow moment in fashion, or was it just another attempt to keep her name trending on social media?

So, did Molly–Mae’s bold entrance serve as the night’s true fashion statement, or was it just a cheap gimmick to stir up the much-needed buzz? Keep reading to find out, but beware—you might be questioning whether she’s really the style queen we all thought she was… or if she’s just trying a little too hard to maintain the influencer mystique.

The Gown: Stunning or Simply… Questionable?

Wearing a black pleated dress with a plunging neckline, Molly–Mae sure knows how to make an entrance, but was this outfit as fabulous as it was supposed to be, or was it just an attempt to keep up with the big leagues? As she strutted out of the Corinthia Hotel looking like a million bucks, the questionable gown paired with sky-high heels and a messy bun left people divided.

The blonde beauty definitely had a mysterious aura about her. You couldn’t decide if she was channeling chic sophistication or desperation for attention. Was the bold style a fashion statement, or was she just playing it safe with the old ‘plunging neckline’ trick? You be the judge.

What was REALLY going down at the BAFTAs, though?

It wasn’t just Molly-Mae who caused a stir at this year’s event. The EE BAFTA Film Awards, which returned with a fresh new vibe at Royal Festival Hall, had some shocking nominations and major snubs that no one saw coming. Everyone’s talking about the twists and turns that had us questioning the whole voting process.

The thriller Conclave absolutely shattered records with 12 nominations across all categories, and then there’s Emilia Perez, which, let’s be honest, nobody thought would go toe-to-toe with Conclave, but here we are, watching a Spanish drama giving a run for its money. But then, in what can only be described as the ultimate scandal, Gladiator 2 was totally shut out—no Best Picture nomination, no Paul Mescal in the Best Actor category. What’s up with that? Was the jury just sleeping on this one? And don’t even get us started on the baaaad vibes in the room after the snub heard around the world.

The Hollywood Drama That Made Us Gasp

Oh, and Demi Moore, 62 years young, swept in like the queen she is, earning a nod for Best Actress for her role in Substance. Could this be the moment we finally get an Oscar-worthy performance from her, especially since this nomination is only fueling more Oscar rumors? But wait—does that mean she’ll finally take home a golden statue? Or will someone else steal her crown?

Meanwhile, Jeremy Strong and Kieran Culkin (yes, the Succession brothers) are fighting it out for Best Supporting Actor. We can’t decide if this is a showdown or just another ridiculous family feud that’s got us all hooked.

A Star is (Re)Born?

Amidst all this chaos, there’s a new star on the block: Marisa Abela, who’s leading the charge in the EE BAFTA Rising Star category for her role as Amy Winehouse in the film Back to Black. We have to say, the fact that she’s been paired with fellow Industry co-stars David Jonsson and Nabhaan Rizwan makes things even juicier. Why do we feel like this whole “rising star” category could be more dramatic than the actual winners?

How Diverse Is The BAFTA 2025?

BAFTA Chairwoman Sara Putt sure thinks this year’s list is diverse, but honestly, can we talk about how there are films that are SO different, they barely belong in the same category? A musical, Wicked, up against a horror film like Nosferatu? I’m not saying it’s not interesting, but it feels a bit like BAFTA just took a bunch of random films and decided to throw them into a mix. But, hey, it’s 2025—anything goes, right?

And the lineup of Best Picture noms? Six genres. Yep, that’s right—six. From sci-fi to comedy to thriller and even musicals, BAFTA’s basically saying, “Hey, we like a little bit of everything.” You can bet Nosferatu and Heretic are going to have a wild time in the ring, and with films like The Substance and Kneecap, expect some heated debates—especially in the Twitter comments.

Now, let’s talk about the missing royal presence—we all noticed that Prince William and Kate Middleton were AWOL. Sure, Kate had a health issue last year, and we get it, but where was the family? Was it a political move? Or did they just not feel like attending? The drama behind this one will have us guessing for a while. Stay tuned for the unseen backstage gossip.

BAFTA’s Host With The Most: David Tennant

David Tennant hosted the event for the second year running, and honestly, we weren’t mad at it. Who else could pull off that perfect blend of charm and sass? His return was pretty much a given after last year’s wild success. 3.8 million views for his debut? And the best part? He was the only one brave enough to make the awkward comments everyone else was too scared to say. Gotta give credit where it’s due.

So, did Molly–Mae’s appearance live up to the hype? Was it a total fashion fail or a masterstroke in red carpet style? You be the judge, but let’s just say the BAFTAs 2025 definitely had us talking, laughing, and wishing we were backstage, hearing all the tea. Can’t wait for the aftermath.

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