Robert Aramayo

Tourette’s activist John Davidson shouts slurs during 2026 BAFTAs

February 22, 2026 Reported by AI Image generated by AI

At the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards in London, Tourette’s syndrome campaigner John Davidson made several involuntary outbursts, including the N-word, during the ceremony. Host Alan Cumming addressed the audience to explain the situation and apologize for any offense. The incident occurred as Davidson, the real-life inspiration for the film I Swear, attended the event.