Tourette syndrome campaigner shouts slur at BAFTA ceremony | Newsfeed
Tourette Syndrome Incident at BAFTA Film Awards Draws Criticism
A guest with Tourette syndrome involuntarily shouted a racial slur during the live broadcast of the BAFTA Film Awards, which aired on BBC. The incident occurred during a tape-delayed segment of the awards show, prompting immediate apologies from the network after the slur was transmitted unedited.
In a related controversy, the BBC also edited out a statement made by filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr. in which he expressed support for Palestine. This decision has sparked criticism from various observers who questioned the network’s editorial choices during the event.
The BAFTA Film Awards, held annually to honor excellence in the film industry, provided a platform for both celebration and discomfort this year due to these incidents.
