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Benedict Cumberbatch wears badge supporting Ukraine at BAFTA 2022

London [UK], March 14 (ANI): Fashion has always been used as an essential tool to make strong political statements. Like many others, actor Benedict Cumberbatch, too, tweaked his sartorial style at the 2022 BAFTA Film Awards to show his support for Ukraine, which has been facing trying times ever since Russia launched military operations there.

ANI Mar 14, 2022 02:49 IST googleads

Benedict Cumberbatch (Image source: Twitter)

London [UK], March 14 (ANI): Fashion has always been used as an essential tool to make strong political statements. Like many others, actor Benedict Cumberbatch, too, tweaked his sartorial style at the 2022 BAFTA Film Awards to show his support for Ukraine, which has been facing trying times ever since Russia launched military operations there.
Several images from the star-studded affair have been doing the rounds on social media in which the 'Power of the Dog' star can be seen wearing a badge of the Ukraine flag on his classic black tuxedo.
Benedict's way of voicing his support to Ukraine has impressed fans a lot.
"Great to see Benedict @Cumberbitches wearing a blue/yellow lapel badge at the @BAFTA's this evening #Ukraine #SupportUkraine," a Twitter user wrote.
"True star," another one tweeted.

Benedict appeared at the award ceremony along with his wife Sophie Hunter. (ANI)

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