Summary
The BBC apologized after a guest with Tourette's syndrome shouted a racial slur during the Bafta Film Awards while two black actors were on stage. The incident occurred during a broadcast, with the BBC explaining that the outburst was due to involuntary tics associated with Tourette's syndrome. The BBC faced criticism for not editing out the language when the ceremony was aired on a delay.
Key Facts
- A guest with Tourette's syndrome shouted a racial slur during the Bafta Film Awards.
- The incident involved actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo, who were presenting an award.
- The BBC issued an apology, explaining the outburst was involuntary due to Tourette's syndrome.
- The ceremony was broadcast on a two-hour delay but the moment was not edited out.
- Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch criticized the BBC for not removing the slur from the broadcast.
- Tourette's syndrome involves involuntary movements or sounds called tics.
- The slur was audible during the broadcast and was on BBC iPlayer briefly before being removed.
- Various public figures and an organization highlighted the need for better understanding of Tourette's syndrome.
