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John Davidson Gives First Interview Since BAFTAs Controversy, Explains Why He Attended Show Despite Risk of Outbursts

John Davidson is opening up about why he decided to attend the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards despite the risk of an outburst in the middle of the show, which did happen.

The Tourette’s syndrome campaigner, who inspired the BAFTA-winning movie I Swear, is speaking out in his interview following his controversial appearance at the BAFTAs in London.

During the show, John let out several outbursts, including yelling the N-word while Sinners actors Delroy Lindo and Michael B. Jordan were on stage. He previously released a statement saying he was “deeply mortified” by what happened.

Now, John explains why he felt it was important to attend the show.

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BAFTAs Judge Jonte Richardson Resigns, Slams Organization for Failing to 'Safeguard the Dignity of Its Black Guests'

BAFTA judge Jonte Richardson quits the organization after the recent controversy involving Tourette’s syndrome campaigner John Davidson.

Davidson yelled out a racial slur during the Sunday night award ceremony while Sinners stars Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage. Many are unhappy with the way that BAFTA handled the situation.

Jonte shared the news he was quitting with a statement posted to his LinkedIn.

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John Davidson Is 'Deeply Mortified' After Racial Slur at BAFTAs 2026, Organization Also Breaks Silence & Apologizes to Michael B. Jordan & Delroy Lindo

John Davidson, a Tourette’s syndrome campaigner who inspired the BAFTA-winning movie, I Swear, is making headlines after what happened at the 2026 BAFTAs.

Several outbursts could be heard throughout the BAFTA ceremony, including “shut the f–k up” during an introductory speech from BAFTA chair Sara Putt, and “f–k you” during the Best Children’s and Family Film acceptance speech.

The audience also heard him shout a racial slur when Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented the award for Best Visual Effects to Avatar: Fire and Ash.

Now, the show and Davidson have released statements.

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Delroy Lindo Makes First Comments About John Davidson's Racial Slur Outburst at BAFTAs 2026

John Davidson, a Tourette’s syndrome campaigner who inspired the BAFTA-winning movie, I Swear, is making headlines after what happened at the 2026 BAFTAs.

Several outbursts could be heard throughout the BAFTA ceremony, including “shut the f–k up” during an introductory speech from BAFTA chair Sara Putt, and “f–k you” during the Best Children’s and Family Film acceptance speech.

The audience also heard him shout a racial slur when Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented the award for Best Visual Effects to Avatar: Fire and Ash.

Now, Delroy has made his first comments on what went down.

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BAFTAs 2026 N-Word Outbursts Explained: Alan Cumming Speaks Out After John Davidson Incident

The 2026 BAFTA Film Awards ceremony on Sunday (February 22) faced some uncomfortable interruptions.

Host Alan Cumming addressed the crowd after several loud outbursts were overheard in the theater throughout the show, coming from John Davidson, a Tourette’s syndrome campaigner who inspired the BAFTA-winning movie, I Swear.

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