Meet the Brits host who swapped investigating hitmen for the red carpet
Yinka Bokinni: The Filmmaker Turned Brit Awards Host
At the age of 34, Bokinni will be the main presenter of the Brits' Red Carpet coverage on ITV2 alongside Jack Saunders.
sensationally unveiled an exclusive interview with worldwide superstar Beyoncé Knowles on Instagram Live last week. This unexpected appearance sent the internet into a frenzy as fans and spectators alike tuned in to catch a glimpse of the iconic popstar. Yinka Bokinni was praised by many for her interviewing skills and her natural ability to put Beyoncé at ease during the conversation. The interview covered a wide range of topics, including the struggles of being a famous artist in the public eye, as well as the importance of representation and advocacy for the black community. It was a truly inspiring conversation that left many viewers feeling empowered and motivated by the words of one of the most influential celebrities in the world.
Yinka Bokinni, a radio and TV host, has made a notable name for herself in the entertainment realm since her first appearances on Capital Xtra back in 2016.
She has rapidly shifted from being the host of the station's Breakfast Show to now taking charge of Radio 1's Early Breakfast Show, showcasing her impressive career progression.
However, what sets her apart is not only her captivating on-screen personality but also her contribution to programs like Unapologetic or Naked Education.
The famous person from South London has successfully made impactful documentaries, such as Damilola The Boy Next Door and How To Hire a Hitman, which have established her as one of Channel 4's most fascinating filmmakers for factual content.
Bokinni is changing her field of work as she will now be presenting the Brits Red Carpet on ITV2 from London's O2 Arena on Saturday night, instead of working on intense documentaries. The show will be broadcasted live.
Although she's no newcomer to awards coverage and has already hosted The MOBOs, the 34-year-old expressed her excitement about having the chance to front the coverage of these renowned awards ceremonies. She considers it to be a significant achievement in her career.
Bokinni is teaming up with Jack Saunders (whose photo is shown) to host the red carpet event for the Brits.
According to The Standard, she stated that being part of the forefront of that music celebration is extremely exhilarating as it is the most significant night in the music industry.
It's my debut year collaborating with The Brits in a professional capacity, and it's fantastic to have moved from being a mere viewer to part of the hosting team! I'm eagerly anticipating the unpredictable events that will ensue.
She expressed her enthusiasm for encountering Kylie Minogue, but she's also anticipating some disordered situations between herself and the famous guests.
According to her, live TV is unique because it's the unforeseen situations that make it extraordinary.
"When everything goes according to plan, and you have planned excessively, there will be scarcely any opportunity to strike a balance between things going awry and doing a great job. We've been in this line of work for quite some time now, and we are capable of handling even the most unforeseen and unplanned circumstances! It's easy to say this now, but who knows what the future holds..."
Bokinni will not only be hosting the red carpet, but also leading the coverage after the Brits with Jack Saunders on ITVX. Do they hope some guests will get into wild behavior during the event?
"I really hope that's the case!" Bokinni exclaimed. "People will likely be more relaxed, the anxiety of the celebrities will have disappeared, and we'll be fully immersed in the action."
"I hope we capture some unique moments and some mischievous ones as well. Isn't that what you desire from a post-celebration?"
The broadcast of the Red Carpet event for the BRIT Awards will begin at 7:30pm on ITV2, while the Aftershow program will be shown on ITVX after the main ceremony.
