Delroy Lindo thankful for ‘love and support’ after N-word incident at Baftas

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Guardian staff and agenciesMarch 1, 2026 at 10:43 PM

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Following an incident at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) where a man with Tourette syndrome shouted the N-word while Delroy Lindo and Michael B. Jordan presented an award, Lindo expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support. The incident, which occurred during a delayed BBC broadcast, drew criticism for the broadcaster's failure to edit out the slur. Numerous figures, including Wendell Pierce and Regina King, publicly voiced their support for Lindo and Jordan. Lindo addressed the controversy at the NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles, where he and Jordan were honored. The BBC has since apologized and initiated an investigation into the incident. John Davidson, the individual with Tourette's, has expressed remorse for his actions.

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Los Angeles ×240% Wendell Pierce 50% Regina King 50% Ryan Coogler ×250% BBC ×260% Sinners ×360% Bafta ×370% NAACP ×370% John Davidson ×370% Michael B Jordan ×580% Delroy Lindo ×790%

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