Tourette advocate, John Davidson sparks BAFTA debate after live outburst; stuns audience and viewers
Galashiels native John Davidson, a Tourette syndrome advocate, caused a stir at the BAFTAs with involuntary outbursts, including a racial slur. He explained his coprolalia tics, a rare symptom, and expressed deep shame. Davidson left the ceremony voluntarily, later apologizing to those affected, prompting BAFTA to review its policies.
Galashiels native John Davidson, a Tourette syndrome advocate, caused a stir at the BAFTAs with involuntary outbursts, including a racial slur. He explained his coprolalia tics, a rare symptom, and expressed deep shame. Davidson left the ceremony voluntarily, later apologizing to those affected, prompting BAFTA to review its policies.
