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John Davidson
Activist
Tourette's campaigner known for his role in the Bafta-winning film I Swear.
Notable Quotes
"It's bizarre that people thousands and thousands of miles away feel they know me well enough from either watching the film or seeing me on television to get in touch."View Story →
"I am deeply mortified if anyone considers my involuntary tics to be intentional or to carry any meaning."View Story →
"Whilst I will never apologies for having Tourette syndrome, I will apologise for any pain, upset and misunderstanding that it may create."View Story →
"I have spent my life trying to support and empower the Tourette's community and to teach empathy, kindness and understanding from others and I will continue to do so."View Story →
"I chose to leave the auditorium early into the ceremony as I was aware of the distress my tics were causing."View Story →
"deeply mortified if anyone considers my involuntary tics to be intentional or to carry any meaning."View Story →
Related Stories
Tourette's campaigner Davidson asks to watch Scottish Baftas via video link after racial slur row
John Davidson, whose condition includes involuntary tics, shouted a racial slur during the Bafta Film Awards in February.
October 1, 2026John Davidson: How I deal with fame after Tourette's film hit and Bafta row
He is now splitting his days between his long-standing caretaker job and raising awareness of his condition.
June 8, 2026Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch
The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.
March 2, 2026BBC edited a second racial slur out of Bafta ceremony
The BBC's chief content officer Kate Phillips says a slur that aired was the result of a genuine error.
February 24, 2026