London, Feb. 16 -- The 78th edition of BAFTA saw Jeff Goldblum giving a moving piano tribute to renowned dignitaries such as David Lynch and Maggie Smith.

According to Deadline, The Wicked star, an accomplished jazz pianist with three albums to his name, played As Time Goes By in tribute to the late stars.

Blue Velvet director Lynch and Smith, star of Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, were left until last on the tribute reel in memoriam section.

"Goldblum's soulful style will provide a moving and personal tribute," BAFTA organizers had said when they unveiled his on-stage appearance during the biggest night in British film. "When not acting, Jeff Goldblum has a dedicated following of his jazz band, the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra," as per ...