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Greg Davies 'thrilled' as he takes over BAFTAs hosting job from Alan Cumming

Greg Davies is excited to take over the hosting role for the BAFTA Television Awards from Alan Cumming this May.

Mar 22 β€’ 21:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ RNZ World
National & Local

And best drama goes to… this year’s totally unhinged award season

This year’s award season is described as chaotic, highlighted by incidents involving TimothΓ©e Chalamet and Jessie Buckley ahead of the upcoming Oscars.

Mar 12 β€’ 16:10 UTC
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National & Local

Award winning 100% rated drama that caused BAFTA controversy added to Netflix

The award-winning drama "I Swear," which sparked controversy at the BAFTAs, is now available on Netflix and tells the story of John Davidson, who faced Tourette syndrome in 1980s Scotland.

Mar 10 β€’ 04:00 UTC
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National & Local

BBC boss says they 'profoundly regret' broadcast of BAFTA racial slur

The BBC's director-general expressed profound regret for broadcasting a racial slur during the BAFTAs.

Mar 6 β€’ 20:22 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

BBC 'profoundly regrets' BAFTAs incident, says director general

BBC Director General Tim Davie expressed profound regret for a broadcasting error during the BAFTAs where a racial slur was aired live.

Mar 6 β€’ 12:29 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Tourette's charity furious over negative attention to condition after BAFTAs slur incident, 'SNL' skit

A charity for Tourette syndrome expressed anger towards NBC’s 'Saturday Night Live' after a sketch mocked the condition following a controversial incident at the BAFTAs.

Mar 3 β€’ 16:12 UTC
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National & Local

Furious Baftas host Alan Cumming slams BBC over 's***show' saying 'we were let down'

Alan Cumming, host of the BAFTA Awards, criticized the BBC for broadcasting a racial slur during the live show, calling it a 'triggering sh***show.'

Mar 3 β€’ 10:41 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

BAFTAs host Alan Cumming addresses 'trauma triggering' broadcast

BAFTAs host Alan Cumming criticized the broadcast of the awards, which featured a racial slur, calling it a 'trauma triggering shitshow'.

Mar 3 β€’ 08:49 UTC
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National & Local

Jeremy Clarkson says 'I'm not fooled' as he slams BAFTAs despite nominations

Jeremy Clarkson expresses skepticism about the BAFTA Awards, noting his past nominations but lack of wins and mocking the ceremony in a humorous commentary.

Mar 2 β€’ 12:43 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Delroy Lindo thankful for β€˜love and support’ after N-word incident at Baftas

Delroy Lindo expressed gratitude for the support he and Michael B. Jordan received following an incident where a man with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur during their presentation at the Baftas.

Mar 1 β€’ 21:43 UTC
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National & Local

Brits host Jack Whitehall's opening speech leaves fans squirming as BAFTA joke 'goes wrong'

Jack Whitehall's opening speech at the Brits stirred discomfort among fans due to awkward jokes and a controversial incident referencing the BAFTAs.

Feb 28 β€’ 20:31 UTC
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National & Local

DR MARC SIEGEL: A racial slur at BAFTA β€” and what tolerance really means

The BAFTAs faced backlash after an audience member with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur during the live broadcast, leading to an apology from the BBC.

Feb 28 β€’ 15:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

BBC to conduct fast-track investigation into broadcasting of racial slur from Baftas

The BBC will conduct a fast-track investigation into a racial slur that was broadcast during its coverage of the Bafta film awards.

Feb 25 β€’ 16:02 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

"I am mortified": John Davidson, who has Tourette's syndrome, regrets his racist words at the Baftas

John Davidson, a Scottish man with Tourette's syndrome, expressed deep regret for uttering racist remarks at the Baftas, attributing them to his uncontrollable tics.

Feb 25 β€’ 11:15 UTC
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National & Local

Baylen Out Loud star flooded with support as she issues emotional statement

Reality star Baylen Dupree receives overwhelming support after defending Tourette's campaigner John Davidson following a racial slur incident at the BAFTAs.

Feb 25 β€’ 10:04 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

'The View' hammers BBC for not censoring racial slur at BAFTAs, despite editing 'Free Palestine' comments

'The View' criticized the BBC for allowing a racial slur to air during the BAFTAs while censoring other statements related to Palestine.

Feb 24 β€’ 22:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ RNZ World
Life & Tech

What people with Tourette’s want you to know

A man attending the BAFTAs experienced involuntary Tourette's outbursts, raising awareness about the condition and its misinterpretations.

Feb 24 β€’ 21:01 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Man with Tourette syndrome 'deeply mortified' after shouting racial slur at awards show

John Davidson, a man with Tourette syndrome, expressed deep mortification after shouting a racial slur during the BAFTAs, stating his tics are involuntary and not meant to offend.

Feb 24 β€’ 19:14 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tourette Syndrome: What it is and how episodes of disinhibition in public are evaluated as occurred at the BAFTAs

A recent incident at the BAFTA Awards sparked a discussion about the distinction between involuntary tics and deliberate behavior when an audience member shouted a racist slur during the event.

Feb 24 β€’ 18:27 UTC
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National & Local

'Tense' Kate Middleton's four-word command to William uncovered by lip reader

Kate Middleton's whispered four-word message to Prince William was revealed during their appearance at the BAFTAs, marking their first public outing since a family scandal.

Feb 24 β€’ 15:23 UTC
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National & Local

Labour MP demands BBC explanation after 'unforgivable' Bafta racial slur broadcast

Labour MP Dawn Butler is seeking an explanation from the BBC for airing a racial slur during the Baftas, which she termed 'unforgivable'.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:16 UTC
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National & Local

Michael B. Jordan's 'disgusted' response to BAFTA racial slur revealed

Michael B. Jordan expressed disgust over a racial slur yelled during the BAFTAs, caused by a participant with Tourette syndrome.

Feb 24 β€’ 08:59 UTC
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National & Local

John Davidson 'deeply mortified' after involuntary racial slur at BAFTAs

John Davidson expressed his deep remorse after inadvertently shouting a racial slur during the BAFTAs ceremony due to his condition.

Feb 23 β€’ 22:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Tourette's campaigner 'deeply mortified' after racial slur at BAFTAs

John Davidson, a Tourette's campaigner, expressed deep remorse after inadvertently shouting a racial slur during the BAFTAs due to his condition.

Feb 23 β€’ 20:14 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ RNZ World
World

Baftas interrupted by racist slur from man with Tourette syndrome

The BAFTA ceremony was disrupted when John Davidson, a man with Tourette syndrome, shouted a racial slur while two Black actors presented an award.

Feb 23 β€’ 19:43 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

β€˜Impossible’ moment at the Baftas: BBC apologizes for not editing out a racial slur during the awards

The BBC apologized for broadcasting a racial slur during the Bafta awards, attributed to involuntary ticks related to Tourette's syndrome, which will be removed from their iPlayer platform.

Feb 23 β€’ 17:20 UTC
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National & Local

Princess Kate's hidden message in BAFTA outfit amid Royal Family turmoil exposed

Princess Kate demonstrated a subtle yet elegant fashion statement at the BAFTAs amid ongoing difficulties for the Royal Family.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:42 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
National & Local

What happened at the BAFTAs? BBC apologizes after racial slur shouted at actors

The BAFTAs faced backlash after a racial slur was shouted during the ceremony by an audience member with Tourette's syndrome, prompting apologies from the BBC and the British Academy.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:32 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Controversy at the Baftas over the racist insult of a guest with Tourette's syndrome

A guest at the Baftas, John Davidson, uttered a racist insult, leading to apologies from the BBC and the event's host.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:17 UTC
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National & Local

I was at the BAFTAs - and these are the things you missed

The article recaps lesser-known moments from the BAFTA awards, highlighting royal appearances and celebrity debuts that went unnoticed.

Feb 23 β€’ 15:30 UTC
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Life & Tech

Obsessed! I need this – fans love Emma Stone's BAFTA look, including her Β£120 lippy

Fans are enamored with Emma Stone's glamorous look at the BAFTAs, notably her expensive lipstick.

Feb 23 β€’ 15:21 UTC
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National & Local

Sky News shares breaking news announcement as BBC issues update after Baftas fury

Sky News reports that the BBC has apologized for failing to edit out a racial slur during the BAFTAs broadcast and will remove it from the iPlayer version.

Feb 23 β€’ 14:05 UTC
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National & Local

BAFTAS racial slur controversy explained: All you need to know

The BAFTAs faced controversy after a guest with Tourette's syndrome used a racial slur during the ceremony.

Feb 23 β€’ 13:44 UTC
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National & Local

Tourette’s charity calls for β€˜understanding’ after incident during BAFTAs ceremony

A Tourette’s charity calls for greater understanding after campaigner John Davidson faced backlash for his outbursts during the BAFTA ceremony.

Feb 23 β€’ 13:10 UTC
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National & Local

Kylie Jenner's very awkward BAFTAs night - missing red carpet to squirming at jokes

Kylie Jenner experienced a notably awkward evening at the BAFTAs while accompanying boyfriend TimothΓ©e Chalamet, who was nominated for Best Actor but lost out on the award.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:43 UTC
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National & Local

Kate Middleton left in 'floods of tears' Prince William reveals in unexpected admission

During their appearance at the BAFTAs, Prince William revealed that Kate Middleton had been left in tears after watching an emotional film, marking their first public outing since a family scandal.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:34 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

Vogue Williams' Β£30 BAFTAs hair oil creates mirror-like shine in just one use

Vogue Williams turned heads at the 2026 BAFTAs with her stunning hair, achieved using a Β£30 hair oil that delivers an impressive shine.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Who is BAFTA winner Robert Aramayo?

Robert Aramayo, a Hull actor, triumphed at the BAFTAs, securing both best actor and EE rising star awards against a backdrop of prominent Hollywood names.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:47 UTC
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National & Local

BAFTAs Best Actor asks people to show β€˜grace’ as racial slur controversy rages on

BAFTAs Best Actor Robert Aramayo calls for grace amidst a racial slur controversy at the ceremony.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:40 UTC
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Life & Tech

Stranger Things star Sadie Sink wore Β£39 hydrating Charlotte Tilbury foundation at the BAFTAs

Sadie Sink, known for her role in Stranger Things, showcased her radiant look at the 2026 BAFTAs, credited to her choice of Β£39 Charlotte Tilbury foundation.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:24 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
World

'One Battle After Another' the big winner at Britain’s BAFTAs

The film 'One Battle After Another' has emerged as the most awarded movie at the BAFTA Film Awards in Britain.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:11 UTC
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National & Local

Susanna Reid sparks backlash with 'stupid and dismissive' Tourette's comment after BAFTAs

Susanna Reid has faced criticism for her comments regarding Tourette's syndrome during a discussion on Good Morning Britain.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:03 UTC
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National & Local

Prince William's three-word warning to Kate at BAFTAs uncovered by lip reader

Prince William reportedly issued a three-word warning to Kate Middleton during the 2026 BAFTAs, reflecting on the underlying tensions following a recent royal scandal.

Feb 23 β€’ 09:24 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

The spectacular return of Kate Middleton to the BAFTAs and all the best red carpet looks

Kate Middleton made a much-anticipated return to the BAFTAs in a stunning Gucci gown, marking her first appearance since 2023 amid family controversies.

Feb 23 β€’ 09:21 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

BBC apologises after 'strong and offensive language' heard at BAFTAs

The BBC has issued an apology following incidents of offensive language, including a racial slur, during the BAFTA awards ceremony.

Feb 23 β€’ 09:13 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Guardian Australia
National & Local

Clean-up order to tackle Sydney fatberg; Mexico violence after cartel boss killed; and a bear at the Baftas

A clean-up order has been issued for Sydney's Malabar wastewater treatment plant to address a significant fatberg problem after closures of New South Wales beaches due to large debris.

Feb 23 β€’ 05:43 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Prince William reveals toll of Andrew's arrest in first public appearance since royal scandal

Prince William expressed his unsettled state during a public appearance at the BAFTAs, following the arrest of his uncle, Prince Andrew.

Feb 23 β€’ 01:37 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

The British Royal Family reappears at the Baftas where 'A Battle After Another' wins

The British Royal Family made a noteworthy public appearance at the BAFTA Awards where the film 'A Battle After Another' dominated the awards.

Feb 23 β€’ 00:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

BAFTAs 2026 best moments: From Kylie Jenner's Jammie Dodger to Paddington's biggest fan

The 79th BAFTA Awards highlighted numerous memorable moments, notably featuring celebrities' interactions and a royal appearance amidst a backdrop of controversy.

Feb 23 β€’ 00:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

BAFTA shouter revealed as inspiration behind award winning film 'I Swear'

John Davidson, diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 25, inspired the award-winning film 'I Swear' and sparked notable moments during the BAFTAs.

Feb 23 β€’ 00:09 UTC

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