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BAFTA Apologizes for Racial Slurs During Ceremony

The BAFTA Film Awards faced backlash after John Davidson, a guest with Tourette syndrome, shouted a racial slur during the ceremony. The British Academy of Film and Television Arts issued an apology, emphasizing their commitment to inclusion and care for all guests. Davidson expressed his distress over the incident, clarifying that his outbursts were involuntary and not reflective of his personal beliefs.

BAFTA Apologizes for Racial Slurs During Ceremony

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Key Highlights

  • John Davidson shouted a racial slur during the BAFTA ceremony on February 22, 2026.
  • BAFTA issued a public apology, emphasizing a commitment to guest care and inclusion.
  • Davidson, who has Tourette syndrome, stated he was 'deeply mortified' by the backlash.
  • The incident occurred while Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage presenting an award.
  • Davidson's story inspired the BAFTA-winning film 'I Swear,' which won two awards at the event.
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Sources

  1. BAFTAs apologize after guest with Tourette syndrome uses racial slur during ceremony
  2. Racial slur shouted during BAFTA awards by guest with Tourette's
  3. Tourette Syndrome Advocate 'Mortified' Some May Think BAFTA Outbursts Were 'Intentional'
  4. BAFTA Apologizes for Racial Slurs During Ceremony

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