One almost-forgotten programme, BBC Two’s 1986 docu-drama Artists and Models, about three French 18th century painters, changed everything for Olusoga. That a boy born in Lagos and brought up on a Gateshead council estate should become one of Britain’s leading television historians, broadcasters and filmmakers is testament to Olusoga’s own brilliance – and to the power of television.
“It feels very moving to be recognised by the industry in which I’ve spent most of my adult life,” says Professor David Olusoga, reflecting on his BAFTA Special Award. ©Robert Wilson/The TimesPortrait: Robert Wilson/The Times The broadcaster, writer and historian receives one of BAFTA’s highest honours in recognition of his groundbreaking screen career. The following interview appeared as an extract in BAFTA's official 2023 Awards brochure, which is now available on Issuu.
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