GARY Oldman won the best actor award on Sunday at the British Bafta awards for his role in Darkest Hour, the portrayal of Winston Churchill’s steely leadership of Britain in World War II.
The British actor was heavily tipped for the Bafta after winning a Golden Globe last month for his depiction of the former prime minister, as well as earning critical acclaim and an Oscar nomination.
‘THANK YOU, SIR WINSTON’
Gary Oldman’s turn as Churchill in “Darkest Hour” has so far won him a Golden Globe, a Bafta and the chance of an Oscar on Mar 4.
He paid tribute to the wartime British leader, saying: “In those dark, uncertain days in 1940, he held the line for honour, for integrity and freedom for his nation and the world, so I thank you, Sir Winston.”
“This is made all the more special because I can share it with my family. Without your help, without your faith in me, I would not be here.”
But he also hinted that retirement is “on the horizon”, although he added: “I’m going to keep going for a few years, God willing.”
