Last night, the BAFTAs made headlines–and not for a good reason. John Davidson, who is diagnosed with Tourette syndrome and attended the BAFTA Film Awards as the subject of the nominated biopic I Swear, had several outbursts throughout the ceremony. Host Alan Cumming asked guests for “understanding.”
“You may have noticed some strong language in the background,” he said. “This can be part of how Tourette’s syndrome shows up for some people as the film explores that experience. Thanks for your understanding and helping create a respectful space for everyone.”
