14 year old Jamie Bell wins Leading Actor BAFTA in 2001

Watch Jamie Bell win the Leading Actor award in 2001, when he was just 14 years old!
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[@conradsmithlacsina4166]

That's a well-deserved award for Jamie Bell. His performance and the movie are unforgettable. He's simply awesome. The movie is extraordinary.

[@radiantlight2361]

Which movie?

[@M-fb6ku]

@@radiantlight2361 Billy Elliot

[@danguolekrevskaja9440]

He was 14 and acted more mature than me now 😭😂

[@catherinekellner108]

Hahah Same i think a lot kids actor mature faster then who aren't in that Business

[@NOONE-cd4gu]

He sounded so shy but also so professional at the same time

[@howl8886]

He should have also won the Oscar, who shamelessly snubbed him that year. His performance in Billy Elliot is just timeless and what he achieved at such a young age is nothing short of extraordinary.

[@drewhoag3701]

He wasn’t nominated for an Oscar

[@Price70]

Oscars are agenda based

[@artful1967]

I don't give a fook what the Americans think about anything. They elected the orange criminal so they have zero cred.

[@marcochimio]

@@drewhoag3701 I think that's what "shamelessly snubbed" means.

[@kathycassity9896]

@@drewhoag3701 SHOULD HAVE BEEN!!

[@cassieosbourne7666]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate that Tom Hanks (who was presumably up for the same award) seems to say ‘that’s right’. When an absolute legend thinks that you should win the award, you’re really f***ing good

[@MarkUKInsects]

Tom Hanks was up for the same award for Cast Away - Tom Hanks is such a nice guy

[@evelinewinskill4066]

Jamie Bell had such tough competition that year but he deserved his victory, wonderful performance

[@mastercrue8368]

He played Billy Elliot so well, so beautiful, with so much feelings...

[@anggun8348]

he made Joaquin phoenix laugh! thats talent!

[@remiel2436]

And now he is the joker

[@stevecollins6858]

@@remiel2436 and his brother in law

[@wisespidey]

@@stevecollins6858 no he isn't his brother in law

[@stevecollins6858]

@@wisespidey err yes he is. Not fully by marriage but he is dating bells wife's Katies sister Rooney.

[@plastic_cleopatra]

and now Joaquin Phoenix is his brother in law

[@alanamcconnell2977]

Love jamie bell. So down to earth, genuine, and talented.

[@jamiebell3171]

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from you all. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

[@r.h.6249]

No matter ho much time has passed, Jaime Bell will always be Billy Elliot to me.....such a classic movie and performance

[@ricardocampello369]

Jamie Bell has a spectacular and touching performance in this film and he should have been nominated for an Oscar for best actor for this performance. Not being nominated for an Oscar for best actor for this film is one of the biggest injustices of the Academy that year in that category!

[@guitardee1]

Still one of the most heartening films. All the actors in this film were absolutely at the top of their game

[@kathycassity9896]

It's one of my favorites!

[@bonadrag2877]

What a witty actor Jamie Bell is.

[@sylviacarpenter4483]

Yes he is a good actor, Dancer, what I like the most that has remained! Himself, not big headed, he is a very genuine likeable, person! Can not fault him! I wish him and his family the best! And may he continue to bring joy, love, to what he does! He is a truly inspirational person! 💯 % entertainer! 👍

[@alisonbell2507]

“Russell Crowe said that I have to thank him” has done me in, haha.

[@SymphonyBrahms]

He deserved to win the Bafta. His performance in Billy Elliot was brilliant.

[@AloutkaKazawa]

It's.still one of those films that make me believe in storytelling and cinematography. I just love it. And Jamie Bell was a ray of light in it.

[@redefinedliving5974]

it's a simple, predictable story but i cant help but like it!! one of my best this month lol

[@MelissaNgai]

Wow the way he talked reminded me of James McAvoy haha like funny and confident yet humble

[@SpankinHands]

Even the way he kissed and hugged his "family" from the movie was very mature.

[@paul-zx5du]

Well-deserved. The entire cast was excellent.

[@Fii38]

Juaquin Phoenix would never in a million years have thought they would end upon as brother in laws, what a strange world!

[@adriannespring8598]

After he survived ERW. 😬 Hopefully his home life is peaceful with all the children/his son recovering with him.

[@ML-xh6rd]

I love that he's still working, doing his thing. His performance makes me cry. Every. Single. Time.

[@rhodarivera3148]

It's May 2024 and the film just recently got added on Netflix. Still loved it after watching it again. Jamie gave me laughter, tears, joy! Well deserved!

[@nancysexton545]

Thanks, will head to Netflix to rewatch....again!

[@MG123BLD]

He definitely deserved this.More great young talent like his should take home more awards for they're work in films,not just the older experienced actors.This year's awards ceremonies were all fixed,especially the Oscars and Jamie Bell has proven he is absolutely Oscar worthy and then some.

[@pouetpouetdaddy5]

I never been more sure than this boy deserved that trophy

[@kheirbasileus2126]

BAFTA has the balls and courage and taste to award who the Academy won't, many times.

[@mrsTraveller64]

He soooo deserved it!!!! Billy Elliot is one of the best movies ever!!

[@sylviacarpenter4483]

It is a film that will be watched for decades! It fantastic movie! Mixed with, tears, laughter, you really get into the film! All the cast! Played there characters magnificently! A truly amazing film! Have watched a lot of times! It still moves me! And I find my self rooting for Billy, family and friends! Watched him on u tube! He is the most fantastic dancer! You will be very impressed! 😊👍

[@MelissaNgai]

That award was well-deserved. I just feel bad that he forgot to thank his mom up there.

[@THOMAS2910able]

He never knew his mom.

[@MelissaNgai]

Thomas Thas He knows his mom. She raised him. Just not his dad.

[@patriciacathcart9233]

@@THOMAS2910able his Mum was one of his chaperones while filming.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

@@THOMAS2910able its his dad he never knew..Stephen Daldry the producer took young Jamie under his wing and he lived with him in the USA for quite a few yrs

[@ritahorvath8207]

He is very young. Some things you realize later in life.

[@Alisonloving]

He is so talented.

[@viantzpradz4771]

He look alike Tom Holland!!!

[@MiracleWinchester]

Tom played Billy on stage too

[@elaaxxii5087]

Tom looks like him

[@LOSTEpisodesForFree]

He's way better than Tom Holland

[@avastans]

@@LOSTEpisodesForFree no

[@LOSTEpisodesForFree]

@@avastans Yes. So much more talented than Tom Holland.

[@spiderliliez]

It's an extraordinary film, amazing performance by Jamie. Still one of my favorite films!

[@dimaedmonton]

He was , is amazing in that movie . Incredible performance

[@sandromuller9234]

Great actor. "Billy Elliot" is a beautiful emotional masterpiece.

[@SpankinHands]

Fourteen… I can sense the waves of affection from the audience. He's so self-possessed, hugs and kisses those in his BILLY ELLIOT family, speaks clearly and with composure. The other nominees were Russell Crowe, Michael Douglas, Tom Hanks and Geoffrey Rush.

[@Zaninth11]

Seriously this movie was amazing!! The story, the message, the lgbt representation, all of it so inspiring, he deserved this award!!

[@roshr7102]

This movie always stayed in my mind...Super talented!!

[@legacyjeetkunedo492]

Jamie killed it in Billy Elliot.

[@margaretniide2681]

Yes, would like to see him as James Bond!!!

[@mariadelpilar1590]

I love Billy Elliot and love watching the last scene over and over . . . his father's stunned face as his son leaps onto the stage. Adam Cooper is the ballet dancer who plays him as an adult

[@isabelaoliveira9270]

I love this actor! Incredible performance!

[@Takisfueg0]

His voice was so deep for a 14 year old wow

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

They'd obviously dropped

[@jtrain5615]

When kids are good in films, it's usually a result of the director. But in this case, Jamie Bell showed extreme ability to transcend into the role, with the skill of a veteran actor. Well deserved.

[@irenestephenson8624]

I love 💕 Tom Hanks expression he is really proud of the young man 🤣

[@streips]

He did much better with his thank you speech that most adult actors do.

[@sebastianalegria3401]

I've just found a great archive, seeing Jamie reminds me of a Tom Holland younger in the movie To Impossible, don't you think?

[@rozhector1361]

And they both got Baffas

[@sojieinsinger8738]

And they both starred in a Billy Elliot

[@sojieinsinger8738]

@Leide Keine Dummköpfe um what...

[@vikrantkulkarni1241]

Its incredible seeing this ~ how does the sand of time slips from feast. Watching this in 2021. Jamie is so precious here in many sense.

[@German8964]

our cute james bond

[@MG123BLD]

That's an interesting thought, he could be a good choice for playing a young Bond if Daniel Craig is indeed done playing 007

[@trinisanerd3322]

Oh my goodness he's so adorable

[@americanreject42]

He was so cute!!

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

Still is

[@Sophie-nz9fz]

he was so wise and mature for his age.

[@TheTishy44]

I loved that movie….still do.

[@rahulvinalnarayan9743]

Well deserved. He should have also been nominated for an Oscar

[@user-dx4cr6zi2l]

And win it...😉

[@youcantdiealonewithcats]

Such grace, such class. Don't see much of this today.

[@jamiebell3171]

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from you all. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

[@michaelreece2966]

Such class and it’s continued throughout his career.

[@colettecrosbie4984]

Just saw this whole movie ... Fantastic .. Jamie Bell was perfection ... great in Rocketman too !

[@tm502010]

So well deserved!

[@victordunson719]

Thank you BAFTAS for not ignoring a young actor.

[@benjaminsidneykidd-bentley3966]

Now in Rocket man, amazing talent

[@Nonyabuisness67788]

OOHH MY GODD HIS VOICE I WASSS NOT EXPECTING OH MY GOD

[@mohammadal-drees3106]

I knew he would be a star as soon as I watched Billy Elliot! Well done Jamie.

[@s7erling696]

I wish they could all be as short and sweet. I don't think I know this kid, but he's a real heartbreaker, isn't he? And you've got to love that accent! Now I'll have to run out and get the movie... : )

[@allanmiller4972]

daltrey's drama was simply BRILLIANT! daltrey's broadway (& west end) musical (partnering w/ Sir Elton John) was absolute divine PERFECTION!! A visionary & 1-of-a-kind theatrical experience!!! ♥️🥰

[@steevenhyde3505]

So adorable.

[@pablofrank2466]

He should have been Oscar nominated in the Best Actor category for his performance in Billy Elliot. If he had, he would have been the 2nd youngest nominee ever in that category; Jackie Cooper received a Best Actor nomination for Skippy when he was 9.

[@monmothma3358]

Seeing the thumbnail, for a moment I thought this was Tom Holland. Then I remembered that his similarity to Jamie Bell (particularly the lips and chin) is part of the reason why Tom got the Billy Elliot role on stage. The intense dance training of which later helped him get Spider-Man. Ballet takes mad strength. The main reason for Tom's success is of course his talent, it's just fascinating to also have these little coincidences sometimes.

[@mantea54]

Jamie’s future brother in law Joaquin Phoenix was in one shot

[@seabids]

this year the nominnes were like.. earthquake, tsumani, volcano explosion level, jesus christ!!!

[@smdesquiens]

The magic of that moovie thanks to the story and the superb casting is still working... Big up xxx

[@katiejohnston6783]

Fantastic!

[@sarahtwists4902]

A great movie, a great actor! Well deserved!

[@senectutecato3987]

I saw it many years ago with Will Kemp as the Lead Swan. Magnificent.

[@melinda5777]

He deserved it! What a performance!!!

[@jayrobert8448]

Just met Jamie last week. Nice guy

[@lucylondongirl1467]

He was so cute!

[@kimfaustino7919]

Handsome❤️❤️❤️

[@raulocana9933]

Billy Eliot.... estupenda película. Luchar por nuestros sueños.

[@luissolano6916]

Un enorme actor.

[@liledits3209]

I love him so much 🥺😍

[@jamiebell3171]

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from you all. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

[@fraser1237]

mad he is 14 in this

[@estherstendahl8469]

Love him ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jamiebell3171]

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from you all. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

[@oliwiaszczepanska749]

eeeemmmmmmmmmm

[@gracielavaldez9278]

Muy bien merecido ..felicitaciones. .amo esa peli..no me canso de verla y emocionarme!!❤

[@pixiewings21_9]

So composed! I've always rated him as an actor but I just saw him in Skins. He is the total package!

[@carolinegray3150]

Well done

[@perico81286]

Such a great actor for me since he acted in "Billy Eliot" film.

[@emiliaszabo1722]

Glory

[@analiasandobal5609]

La inocencia de un niño ante una vida dificil sin una madre que lo apoye pero una profesora de ballet pudo ver mas alla de sus limitaciones. Recomendable "Billy Elliot"

[@looneygardener]

I love this film

[@TLovetoDance012]

He’s a good actor & so young here!

[@calimeroernest4300]

Jamie Bell 🥰🥰😍🤩

[@sivanirogi3799]

I love ❤️ Jamie Bell

[@jamiebell3171]

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from you all. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

[@samgreen1241]

can’t believe he didn’t even get nominated for the oscar

[@randyrandelman1878]

Teesside lad done good

[@enjolras76]

You bloody beauty

[@rosalie_m7305]

Tremendous!

[@adrianazunino7131]

Un tremendo actor se perfila!!!♥️

[@andrewandrew701]

Excelente actor 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@victorhartnett]

eterno billy elliot

[@EddieLensweiger]

Tom Hanks like "damn no way I'm gonna win the Oscar, this little guy tackled me on the way

[@martinfrederiksen5630]

Still the best movie ever produced.

[@cobrafire3700]

I'm northern english Damn it feels good to be a geordie

[@martynnotman3467]

@christopher smith yeah from Billingham! 😂

[@ruslangumennyy758]

I like very much this film!

[@DT-my3jo]

Lovely boy. All the adults talent welcomed the new one.

[@tamharhar]

amazing film even more amazing actor that Jamie bell