Emma Watson, Sir Lenny Henry and Sir Elton John are among the many nominees for the British Range Awards 2026.
Emma Watson is nominated for a prize on the British Range Awards
The prizes might be handed out at a glittering ceremony in London on March 25 2026 and Harry Potter actress/activist Watson will compete with Henry and John for the highest gong of Media Character of the 12 months with the musician competing alongside his husband David Furnish.
Different nominees within the class embrace singer Cat Burns, Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan and actress Vicky McClure in addition to actuality stars Dr Alex George and Sam Thompson amongst others.
Linda Riley, Founding father of the British Range Awards, mentioned: “Annually the British Range Awards proceed to develop in each scale and significance.
“The 2026 shortlist displays the unbelievable dedication, ardour and management that exists throughout the UK – from world organisations and family names to unsung heroes making change occur day by day.”
The Media Character of the 12 months prize is given to recognise cultural figures who use their platforms to drive significant social change, whereas one other award on supply is the Athlete Powering Optimistic Change prize which is able to go to a sports activities star for “the influence they make past competitors”.
The athletes competing for the prize embrace footballer Marcus Rashford, Lionesses star Chloe Kelly, Dame Kelly Holmes, swimmer Ellie Simmonds and Olympic sprinter Dina Asher-Smith.
The nominations span 18 classes and likewise recognise worker networks, variety groups, initiatives and people who’re “making a tangible distinction throughout the nation”.
Different classes embrace Excellent Ethnicity Community of the 12 months, Excellent Ladies’s Community of the 12 months, Excellent LGBTQIA Community of the 12 months, Firm of the 12 months, Neighborhood Challenge of the 12 months, Range Champion, Head of Range, Inclusion Belonging, Hero of the 12 months and Charity or Not-For-Revenue of the 12 months.
On the 2025 British Range Awards, the Media Champion of the 12 months went to mannequin/TV star Christine McGuinness.
The 2026 British Range Awards will happen on the JW Marriott Grosvenor Home London on March 26. The ceremony might be hosted by Dr Ranj Singh and Charlene White whereas June Sarpong will kick off the proceedings by giving a keynote handle.
