On Sunday night, an incident happened on the stage of ‘BAFTA’, the most prestigious award of British cinema, which shook the entertainment world. The two legendary black stars of the film ‘Sinners’, Michael B. A racial and offensive slur echoed in the air in the presence of Jordan and Delroy Lindo. After this shameful situation, both BAFTA and BBC had to publicly apologize on Monday.This incident happened when two stars of the film Sinners were present on the stage. John Davidson, who campaigns for Tourette syndrome, had said some offensive words. He has now said that he is extremely embarrassed and that what he said is not a reflection of his personal beliefs.
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During the ceremony held on Sunday, extremely objectionable words were heard when the actor of the film Sinners, Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were presenting the award for Best Visual Effects. Both these artists are black. Ceremony host Alan Cumming had earlier informed the audience that Tourette syndrome advocate John Davidson was also there.
Following the incident, BAFTA apologized for the “offensive language that has caused deep shock and pain to many people”. Also, BAFTA thanked Michael and Delroy, saying that they handled the situation with great dignity and understanding. John Davidson, a Scottish campaigner for people suffering from Tourette syndrome, issued a statement on Monday.
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He said that he is extremely embarrassed if anyone feels that his unintentional tics (sudden movements or words) were intentional or had any implication. Davidson’s life was made into a BAFTA nominated film, I Swear. Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects the brain and nerves. In this, the person makes sudden, uncontrolled and repeated physical movements or sounds, which are called tics.