The BAFTA Awards recently faced significant backlash following an incident where a guest with Tourette syndrome, John Davidson, shouted a racial slur during the live broadcast. The incident occurred while presenters Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage. Although the BBC initially aired the slur unedited, they later issued an apology for their failure to censor the outburst. BAFTAs host Alan Cumming addressed the situation during the ceremony, asking for understanding and commenting on the challenges presented by involuntary tics. Critics, including actors Jamie Foxx and Wendell Pierce, condemned the situation, calling for a more thoughtful response from the Academy. The BBC has since removed the awards ceremony from its streaming service, iPlayer, and faced scrutiny for not handling the incident appropriately. The event has ignited discussions about Tourette’s syndrome and the responsibilities of broadcasters in sensitive situations.