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The BBC confirmed it removed a second racial slur from its BAFTA Film Awards coverage and apologized after the remark aired; chief content officer Kate Phillips said the edit was aired in error, the iPlayer broadcast has been taken down, and BAFTA has launched a comprehensive review.
A BBC chief content officer apologised to staff for not editing a racial slur from the Bafta film awards telecast after the N-word was audible on stage; the clip was removed from iPlayer amid backlash as Bafta launches a comprehensive review, with ongoing fallout including political criticism and a Bafta judge’s resignation, and Google also apologised for an AI-generated prompt linked to the incident.
John Davidson, a Tourette’s advocate linked to the film I Swear, apologized for involuntary tics that appeared on the BAFTA Awards broadcast, saying the tics were not intentional and applauding BAFTA for warning the audience in advance. He also briefly uttered a racial slur during a presenter moment with Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo, after which he left the ceremony; BAFTA did not edit that segment. Davidson said he remains committed to supporting the Tourette’s community and empowerment efforts.
Britain's BAFTA Film Awards and the BBC apologized after a guest with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur onstage during the ceremony as Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award; host Alan Cumming noted tics are involuntary and apologized for the offense; the slur was edited from the BBC broadcast and the guest, John Davidson, said he was mortified; Tourette organizations stressed that tics are involuntary and not reflective of beliefs.
At the Bafta Awards, Tourette syndrome activist John Davidson’s on-stage outbursts, including a racial slur, prompted renewed backlash as Jamie Foxx and Wendell Pierce condemned the incident. Host Alan Cumming explained the involuntary tics linked to Tourette syndrome and apologized for any offense, while other attendees criticized the adequacy of the apology. The event sparked broader discussion about how to address such moments and the impact of language at live ceremonies, alongside BBC acknowledgments of the incident.
Beverly Hills apologized to Jaylen Brown for shutting down a private mansion panel during NBA All-Star Weekend and corrected its earlier claim that a permit was denied; Brown rejected the apology, saying the damage to his brand was done and arguing the event was private and not subject to a permit.
Australian Olympic reporter Danika Mason appeared intoxicated on-air while covering the Winter Olympics, later apologizing for misjudging the situation; Channel Nine disabled comments on the post, colleagues and even the prime minister voiced support as the moment went viral.
An entertainment roundup chronicles 13 high-profile cases in which celebrities publicly admitted cheating and begged for forgiveness, spanning athletes and actors alike. Examples include Sturla Holm Laegreid, Cardi B and Offset, and Kristen Stewart with Rupert Sanders, with outcomes ranging from reconciliations to divorces, showing how public apologies under media scrutiny can shape relationships and careers.
On Valentine’s Day, Nicole Arbour publicly challenged Jelly Roll to confirm whether a hush-money agreement exists after he admitted cheating on his wife; she says she would publicly post the document if it exists or if she’s allowed, while Jelly Roll faces the risk of a defamation case if she’s mistaken, and his silence or potential apology could shape public perception of accountability and amends.
Shaboozey addressed backlash to his Grammy speech by posting an open letter reaffirming that foundational Black Americans built the country, apologizing for how his "immigrants built this country" line came across, highlighting his Nigerian roots, and noting that his Best Country Duo/Group win belongs to Black history and its ongoing legacy.
The Pokémon Company apologized after listing an event at the controversial Yasukuni Shrine on its site; the event was canceled amid a China–Japan diplomatic crisis, and the company pledged to strengthen its promotion-review processes to prevent similar missteps.
MPs, experts, and campaigners are pressing King Charles to issue a formal crown apology for transatlantic slavery, arguing that symbolic sorrow isn’t enough and urging reparative action in light of a new book detailing royal involvement and with pressure mounting ahead of Commonwealth discussions.
The Pokémon Company apologized after its site listed a Pokémon Trading Card Game tournament at the controversial Yasukuni Shrine; the listing was the result of a lack of due diligence by staff with a Pokémon Play certification. The event was canceled, and the company pledged to overhaul its event-review and confirmation processes to prevent a repeat.
Kanye West (Ye) ran a full-page WSJ ad claiming he’s not antisemitic and explaining his bipolar disorder, prompting scrutiny over whether the move is a PR stunt ahead of his Bully album. He later told Vanity Fair that his music remains hugely popular and pushed back against the notion that the apology is designed to revive his commercial appeal, as the public weighs the sincerity of his public comeback amid ongoing controversy.
J. Cole addresses Kendrick Lamar’s apology on stage at Dreamville Festival after his earlier diss in “7 Minute Drill,” then releases a four-track freestyle EP, Birthday Blizzard '26, hosted by DJ Clue. He acknowledges the apology briefly knocked him from the top of the rap scene but argues his latest freestyles (and the forthcoming The Fall-Off) will reclaim his status, with fans reacting positively to his return to form.