Delroy Lindo Makes First Comments About John Davidson's Racial Slur Outburst at BAFTAs 2026

John Davidson, a Tourette’s syndrome campaigner who inspired the BAFTA-winning movie, I Swear, is making headlines after what happened at the 2026 BAFTAs.

Several outbursts could be heard throughout the BAFTA ceremony, including “shut the f–k up” during an introductory speech from BAFTA chair Sara Putt, and “f–k you” during the Best Children’s and Family Film acceptance speech.

The audience also heard him shout a racial slur when Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented the award for Best Visual Effects to Avatar...