BAFTA Reviews Incident After Racial Slur by Tourette's Guest; BBC Launches Probe

At the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards in London, John Davidson, a guest with Tourette syndrome, involuntarily shouted a racial slur while actors Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award. BAFTA apologized to the actors and announced a comprehensive review of the incident. The BBC faced criticism for broadcasting the slur during its delayed telecast and streaming, prompting a fast-tracked internal investigation. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy called the broadcast unacceptable and urged measures to prevent recurrence.