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February 23, 2026
‘No surprise’: Robert Aramayo’s teachers knew Bafta winner was destined for great things
Awarded best actor and rising star for role as man with Tourette syndrome in I Swear the 33-year-old was ‘mesmerising’ even when learning his craft in Hull
TL;DR
- Robert Aramayo made history by winning both the best actor and rising star awards at the Bafta awards.
- His former drama teacher, Andy Feetom, described Aramayo as 'mesmerising' even as a teenager and was not surprised by his wins.
- Richard Feldman, a Juilliard teacher, praised Aramayo as one of the hardest workers and nicest people to pass through the school.
- Mark Babych, artistic director at Hull Truck theatre, believes Aramayo's success will inspire young performers from Hull.
- Julie Peaks, principal of Wyke sixth form college, stated that Aramayo's success was expected due to his extraordinary talent.
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