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Tourette syndrome campaigner shouts slur at BAFTA ceremony

Tourette syndrome campaigner shouts slur at BAFTA ceremony

Summary

During the BAFTA Film Awards, a guest with Tourette syndrome unintentionally shouted a racial slur, which was broadcasted during the BBC's delayed airing. The BBC later apologized for not editing it out. They did, however, remove a political statement made by a filmmaker, which led to some people criticizing the decision.

Key Facts

  • A guest with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur at the BAFTA Film Awards.
  • This incident happened during a broadcast by the BBC.
  • The broadcast was tape-delayed, which means it was not shown live.
  • The BBC did not edit out the slur, leading to apologies.
  • It removed part of a filmmaker's speech that said "free Palestine."
  • The decision to cut the filmmaker's statement received criticism.

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