BBC apologizes for not removing BAFTAs N-word incident from tape-delayed broadcast

"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage when John Davidson, who has Tourette's syndrome, shouted the N-word.

How the Tourette’s Fallout Unfolded at the BAFTA Film Awards: From Preshow Warnings to a “Throw-Away Apology”

The BBC has released a statement on the clumsily handled incident, apologizing that the racial slur, shouted as Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award, was "not edited out prior to broadcast.

Jessie Buckley and Timothée Chalamet among stars at Baftas awards as show gets under way

One Battle After Another, Sinners and Hamnet are frontrunners for this year's Baftas, which is being held at London's Royal Festival Hall.

BBC criticised for nixing ‘Free Palestine’ tribute from BAFTA coverage

The BBC is facing backlash for editing out a section of its coverage of the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) in which prize-winning filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr says, “Free P

BBC BAFTAs viewers say the same thing as many 'switch off' within five minutes

The BBC's BAFTA Film Awards 2026 saw a star-studded line-up take to the red carpet, but some viewers were left less than impressed

Aramayo claims best actor at Baftas, beating Hollywood royalty

Robert Aramayo has capped a strong night for British cinema at the 2026 Baftas, taking both best newcomer and best actor awards. One Battle After Another took home best film and n

‘Free Palestine’ Cut From BBC Broadcast of ‘My Father’s Shadow’ Director Akinola Davies Jr.’s BAFTAs Speech

After winning the BAFTA Film Award for outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer, “My Father’s Shadow” helmer Akinola Davies Jr. ended his speech by saying “free Palestine.”