Tourette advocate’s BAFTA remark receives no sympathy from celebrities

February 27, 2026

A Not-So-Great Moment at the BAFTAs

It was like something out of a movie, really.

John Davidson, who inspired the film *I Swear*, attended the recent BAFTAs. This film tells the story of a man grappling with Tourette’s Syndrome, a condition marked by uncontrollable emotional bursts.

I don’t want to give too much away, but the script could perhaps mention China and India a little more.

Sadly, Davidson’s lack of control overshadowed the early moments of the ceremony. Even though he wasn’t on stage, his remarks echoed throughout the venue.

Presenter Alan Cumming offered an apology for Davidson’s comments earlier in the program, highlighting the cruel nature of such an incurable condition. But when Davidson’s inappropriate remarks were picked up on the audio as actors Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo stepped up, the reaction was intense.

Yes, the “N-word” is still a horrible term that brings to mind a painful history, and it’s widely regarded as unacceptable. But it should be noted that Davidson didn’t intend to say that word; he genuinely couldn’t help it.

However, the very artistic community that usually calls for compassion seemed to recoil at this incident. It was a story that lingered in the headlines for days. Jamie Foxx didn’t hold back in voicing criticism against Davidson. Meanwhile, a BAFTA judge decided to resign in light of the incident.

Many seemed to overlook the significance of his condition, leaning instead toward victimhood, despite the fact that Davidson was, in many ways, the ultimate victim. The real accountability seemed to lie with whoever was managing the audio feed and allowed the offensive word to be heard.

May that individual never work on another awards broadcast.

Davidson faced further backlash. Instead of reveling in what should have been a personal triumph, he was thrust into a nightmare he won’t soon forget.

Life in the Shadow of Fame

Picture this: an Oscar-winning spouse in a romantic comedy opposite a charming leading man. For Dave McCurry, that’s his reality. And, well, it’s somewhat of a predicament.

McCurry, married to *Bugonia* star Emma Stone, has taken on the task of directing her in a new film, *The Catch.* Who’s sharing the screen with her? Oh, just Chris Pine, a.k.a. Captain Kirk.

There’s no word on an “intimacy coordinator” being present, but I can imagine Pine might feel a bit uneasy. I just hope he finds a way to lighten the mood on set.

Coming Soon: An Inconvenient Truth 2

Do you remember when “An Inconvenient Truth” pushed people to take action against climate change? Or how movies like *The Day After Tomorrow* and *Don’t Look Up* had the same effect? Maybe not, and that’s fine. We’ve all been preoccupied with other things.

But soon, there’s a new project on the horizon, based on the book *Losing Earth*, set in the year 1980. It aims to illuminate the urgency of addressing climate change. Filming will start soon under the direction of Tom McCarthy, known for *Spotlight* and *Win Win*.

The cast? Star-studded, featuring names like Paul Rudd, John Turturro, and even Matt Damon and Ben Affleck as executive producers. I have a hunch, though, that the script may not adequately spotlight the roles of China and India, nor the worrisome predictions from Al Gore.

Legal Troubles on The View

It seems *The View* is itching for a lawsuit, and it’s not looking good.

The ABC show frequently wanders into dangerous territory, only to scramble for cover later. Their collective sentiment seems almost like an unrelenting affliction.

What sparked this? Sunny Hostin made some serious claims regarding President Donald Trump, alleging that he had assaulted a 13-year-old girl. This accusation fell into the realm of the absurd, and it lacked credible substantiation. Otherwise, I’d think it would have made bigger headlines.

Later in the show, legal scholar Joy Behar urged Hostin to exercise caution with her words, stating: