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BAFTAs 2022: Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan makes a statement in dramatic pink gown

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.

Nicola was pretty in pink (Mike Marsland/WireImage)
The star accessorised her outfit with red lipstick and silver jewellery (Mike Marsland/WireImage)

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 turned heads in her statement gown (REUTERS)
Nicola as Penelope Featherington in Bridgerton (LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX)

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.

Ncuti Gatwa flashed his chest in his BAFTAs outfit (Scott Garfitt/REX/Shutterstock for BAFTA)
Ashley Roberts stuns in silver at the BAFTAs (David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock for BAFTA)

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.

Our Girl actress Michelle Keegan looked amazing in an off-the-shoulder gown (Mike Marsland/WireImage)
This Morning host Alison stunned in a black gown (David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock for BAFTA)

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.

Lorraine Kelly on the BAFTAS red carpet (David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock for BAFTA)
Rochelle chose a floor-length lace dress for the occasion (David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock for BAFTA)

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.

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