Donna Langley Honored At BAFTA Film Awards, Tells Audience: “We Are Facing Moments Of Change & Disruption”

Dame Donna Langley, chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment, was awarded BAFTA's highest accolade at the recent BAFTA Film Awards in London, where she became the first British woman to run a major Hollywood studio to receive the prestigious Fellowship prize, presented by Prince William who recognized her 'tireless' advocacy for British storytelling and movies that have 'shaped culture.' In her acceptance speech, Langley addressed the current challenges facing the entertainment industry, stating 'We are facing moments of change and disruption today,' while expressing her hope that storytellers will continue to create popular art that resonates with everyday people and helps society better understand itself and each other. The veteran executive, who has overseen major franchises like the Fast & Furious series and Jurassic World, emphasized the power of storytelling by noting that 'decency is a superpower,' highlighting the responsibility of those in the industry to create meaningful content during these transformative times.