In a night that championed diversity in the arts, Coel’s award is recognition for her work on the acclaimed BBC series I May Destroy You.
After a lukewarm start, the Bafta TV Awards managed to liven up in time to see stars including Michaela Coel and Paul Mescal win some of the top prizes.
The show won the award for best mini-series, while Coel was also honoured as best actress.
Her view is one that has been shared by this year’s best actor winner, Paul Mescal, who was recognised for his performance in the BBC drama, Normal People.