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In pictures: Bafta/LA Awards

Kathy Bates, Dame Helen Mirren and Kate Winslet

Actress Kate Winslet (right), pictured with Kathy Bates and Dame Helen Mirren, was named British artist of the year at the 16th Bafta/LA Britannia Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday.

Denzel Washington and Julia Roberts

Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington was recognised for excellence in filmmaking, an award he received from former co-star Julia Roberts.

Bill Nighy

Bill Nighy brought some humour to the event, where his Love, Actually director Richard Curtis was presented with Bafta LA's inaugural humanitarian award.

Pierce Brosnan

Former James Bond Pierce Brosnan got the chance to revisit his most famous role as he presented an award to GoldenEye and Casino Royale director Martin Campbell.

Lucy Davis

Lucy Davis, a star of BBC comedy The Office, was among the guests. The 33-year-old can currently be seen opposite David Duchovny in raunchy sitcom Californication.

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon lent her support to the annual event, which took place this year at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles.



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