NTAs: Britain's public-voted TV awards, now spotlighted by 2026 coverage of winners and industry moves.
A joint Guardian and ITV News investigation has published allegations that comedian and children’s author David Walliams used his fame to pursue teenage girls and young women, including claims of sexual assault and grooming. Walliams has denied wrongdoing, unsuccessfully sought a High Court injunction to block publication and has been receiving psychiatric treatment. Broadcasters and agencies are removing or dropping his work.
The Celebrity Traitors has won best reality competition at the NTAs, with Alan Carr receiving a special recognition award. Paloma Faith staged a coffin entrance, while Carr reflected on the year’s achievements as the ceremony celebrated multiple categories.
The Independent reports Clarkson has announced remission after aggressive prostate cancer treatment with high-intensity ultrasound. He says he will continue checking annually, but he is choosing joy and life’s small pleasures. He also recently won a TV award for Clarkson’s Farm.
The National Television Awards 2026 have taken place at the O2 in London, hosted by Joel Dommett for the sixth year. Alan Carr receives the Special Recognition Award; winners include Mrs Brown’s Boys, This Morning, Michael McIntyre’s Big Show, David Attenborough, Gogglebox and The Celebrity Traitors.