Stephen Graham Honors Stepfather with Heartfelt MOBO Award Dedication

Stephen Graham accepted a MOBO Award at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester on Thursday. He dedicated the prize to his stepfather, Mike Fazakerley, in an emotional speech.

Acceptance speech

Graham collected the award for Best Performance in TV/Film. The honour recognized his role in the Netflix drama Adolescence.

He thanked the organisers and fellow nominees. He then paid tribute to his stepfather with a heartfelt dedication that touched the audience.

Moment with his stepfather

According to Filmogaz.com, Mike Fazakerley made a rare public appearance. He placed a hand over his heart as Graham spoke.

The actor addressed family and fans. His words combined gratitude and personal acknowledgment.

Family in attendance

The evening was a family affair. Graham attended with his half-brother Nathan and his son Alfie, who is 19.

He also shares a daughter, Gracie, aged 21, with wife Hannah Walters. The family joined him to celebrate the award.

Personal history

Mike Fazakerley was born in Africa. He married Graham’s mother Mary in 1989, when Stephen was ten years old.

The couple remained together until Mary’s death in 2022. Graham has also described maintaining a good relationship with his biological father.

Reflections on identity

Graham has previously spoken about growing up in a blended family. He has said his stepfather helped him understand his cultural roots.

That influence has informed both his personal life and his work. He credits family for shaping his sense of self.

Accolades for Adolescence

The MOBO Award adds to a growing list of honours for the actor. He has already won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for Adolescence.

He is also a current nominee for a BAFTA TV award. The win at the MOBOs continues a strong awards season for his performance.

MOBO Awards highlights

The annual ceremony celebrates music of Black origin. This year’s show took place at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena.

Olivia Dean was one of the night’s big winners. She took Best Female Act, Album of the Year for The Art of Loving, and Song of the Year for “Man I Need”.

At the ceremony, Stephen Graham honored his stepfather with a heartfelt MOBO Award dedication that resonated with attendees.