Michael B. Jordan Had N-Word Shouted At Him By Tourette’s Campaigner While Presenting At BAFTAS

The BBC has apologised after a racial slur was shouted during the BAFTAs while Michael B. Jordan was on stage.

The outburst came from a Tourette’s campaigner whose condition includes coprolalia — an involuntary symptom that can cause sudden offensive language.

Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were called the N word by a person with Tourette’s at the Bafta 2026 awards

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Host Alan Cumming explained that the words were not intentional but part of Tourette syndrome. The BBC later issued a formal apology.

Online reaction was divided, with some showing understanding and others condemning the language.

The incident briefly overshadowed the night’s celebrations.