STEVEN MOFFAT AWARDED AN OBE

Steven MoffatSteven Moffat, lead writer of Doctor Who and co-creator of Sherlock, has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.

Steven said:

I never thought I would get something like this, I’m astonished and more thrilled than I ever thought someone like me would be. I’m not the least bit cynical, or the least bit trying to be cool about it. I’m just really, really happy.

The full interview can be read here.

Rhodri Talfan Davies, Director of BBC Cymru Wales, commented on Moffat’s honour:

We’re thrilled to see Steven’s creative brilliance being recognised today.

Not only has he enthralled countless millions of viewers across the world, he has helped rocket-boost the Welsh creative sector, inspiring a new generation of talent here in Wales to make their mark on the global stage.

I’m so delighted to see his remarkable achievements being honoured.

Moffat’s predecessor Russell T Davies was awarded an OBE in 2008.

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