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John Davidson Apologizes for Slur Against Michael B. Jordan at BAFTA 2026
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BAFTA 2026 Row: John Davidson Apologizes After Racial Slur During Michael B. Jordan Moment
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24-02-2026, 03:41
BAFTA 2026 Row: John Davidson Apologizes After Racial Slur During Michael B. Jordan Moment
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Actor John Davidson shouted a racial slur during a live segment featuring Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo at the 79th British Academy Film Awards.
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The incident occurred as Jordan and Lindo presented the Best Visual Effects award to Avatar: Fire and Ash.
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Davidson issued a statement, attributing the outburst to involuntary tics associated with Tourette Syndrome, not personal beliefs.
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BAFTA and BBC released a joint apology, taking responsibility for the situation and acknowledging prior warnings about Davidson's condition.
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Despite the controversy, Michael B. Jordan won the Best Actor award for Sinners at the ceremony.
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