September 12th 2024.
There is so much more to the National Television Awards than what we see on our screens. As a journalist, my job is to observe and report on events, and that's exactly what I did at the NTAs.
As I arrived at London's O2 arena, I found myself placed slightly outside the action, behind a metal barrier that separated me from the celebrities walking the red carpet. But as I interviewed some of the biggest stars in British TV, I couldn't help but feel excited to be a part of it all. And as the night went on, I even swapped my comfortable dolly shoes for stiletto heels, thanks to a special item in my handbag - a ticket to the event.
With my ticket, I was able to witness some truly unforgettable moments, like Ant and Dec's record-breaking win for TV presenter and Kate Garraway's emotional dedication to her late husband. But before all of that, the evening started with a comical mishap as I accidentally ended up in the background of actress Jorgie Porter's paparazzi photos, my paper bag holding an emergency cookie and spare shoes now immortalized on Getty Images.
But as the night went on, I got to see what really happens behind the scenes at one of the biggest nights in TV. From celebrities patiently waiting in line to take photos with the official NTAs backboard, to the MC keeping the energy up during commercial breaks, it was clear that the stars were there to have a good time.
And while the awards themselves were the main focus of the evening, it was the little moments in between that truly stood out. Acceptance speeches being subtly cut short to keep the show moving along, celebrities dancing and singing during the commercial breaks, and even Danny Dyer's affectionate interactions with his EastEnders co-stars all added to the excitement of the night.
But perhaps the most heartwarming moment was seeing Love Island winners Josh Oyinsan and Mimii Ngulube holding hands and supporting each other every step of the way. And as an announcer quietly assisted the presenters on stage, I couldn't help but appreciate the behind-the-scenes team that helps make the NTAs such a well-oiled machine.
As I left the event, I couldn't help but reflect on all the glitz and glamour that I had witnessed, and I realized that sometimes, the real party is happening when the cameras are off. And as I looked at the list of winners for the night, I couldn't wait to see what would happen at the National Television Awards in the future.
The National Television Awards may be a glamorous event that is televised for the world to see, but there is so much more that goes on behind the scenes than what we get to witness on our screens. As a journalist, I had the opportunity to attend this prestigious award show and get a glimpse of what really happens at the NTAs.
As I stood outside the O2 arena, I couldn't help but feel like an outsider. A metal barrier separated me from the celebrities walking the red carpet, reminding me of my role as a journalist - to observe and report. But as I interviewed the stars of British TV for three hours, I couldn't help but feel excited for the night ahead. And with a ticket in hand, I was about to infiltrate their world even further.
The evening began with me running along the red carpet, trying to get the perfect shot of the celebrities arriving. I even accidentally ended up in the background of one of Jorgie Porter's paparazzi pictures, my paper bag - filled with an emergency cookie and a change of shoes - now immortalized on Getty. The night ended with me bumping into Josie Gibson at the taxi rank, who had to rush home for the school run the next morning.
But what happened in between? While my night may not have been as glamorous as the celebrities', there was no shortage of glitz and excitement inside the O2 arena. From the long queue of stars waiting to take the perfect photo on the official NTAs backboard, to the subtle cutting off of acceptance speeches due to time constraints, and the real party happening during the commercial breaks - here's a closer look at what it's like to be at one of the biggest nights in TV.
As the evening progressed, it became evident that the celebrities were not only there to pick up awards, but also to have a good time. During the commercial breaks, an MC would take over from host Joel Dommett and pump up the crowd with music and dancing. And the celebrities didn't hesitate to let loose and have a good time, with One Direction hits and Neil Diamond's Sweet Caroline being some of the popular tunes of the night.
But the real highlight of the evening was, of course, the awards themselves. With 16 categories to cover in just two and a half hours, the organizers had to make sure everything ran smoothly. This meant subtly cutting off acceptance speeches that went on for too long, and ensuring the celebrities made it to the stage in a timely manner. And while some acceptance speeches may have been more lengthy than others, it was heartwarming to see the love and appreciation the winners had for their colleagues and loved ones.
But it wasn't just about the awards - the NTAs also brought together some of the biggest names in TV, allowing for some unexpected and heartwarming moments. From Danny Dyer's heartfelt speech about wanting to return to EastEnders, to Stacey Solomon taking the time to pose for selfies with fans outside the venue, and Love Island winners Josh Oyinsan and Mimii Ngulube proving that their love is the real deal - the NTAs was a night to remember.
And let's not forget about the unsung hero of the night - the member of production who stood beside the presenters, signaling them when to speak and when to pause. This mysterious figure may not be seen on our screens, but they played a crucial role in keeping the show running smoothly. And while the winners were giving their acceptance speeches, host Joel Dommett could be seen chatting away with the announcer, adding some lighthearted moments to the evening.
In the end, the National Television Awards was a night filled with glitz, glamour, and heartwarming moments. And as I walked away from the O2 arena, I couldn't help but feel grateful for the opportunity to witness it all firsthand.
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