The star was overcome with emotion picking up her award but when a countdown timer appeared reacted in panic
Zoe Saldana won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 2025 BAFTAs for her role in the Netflix musical *Emilia Pérez*. Her acceptance speech was cut short during the BBC broadcast due to expletives and time constraints, though the full speech was later shared on the BAFTAs YouTube channel. Saldana dedicated her win to her nephew and the transgender community, explaining that they were the inspiration for her involvement in the film. The BBC stated that edits were made to condense the event. The film, which follows a Mexican cartel leader and a lawyer, had previously won four Golden Globes, including Best Motion Picture for a Musical or Comedy.
