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BAFTA Slur Controversy: Hannah Beachler Criticizes ‘Throw-Away’ Apology After N-Word Outburst
Production designer Hannah Beachler has condemned the handling of racial slurs at the 79th BAFTA Film Awards, calling host Alan Cumming’s on-stage apology inadequate. The incident, involving a Tourette’s campaigner, sparked a wider debate regarding the BBC's broadcast standards and contingency planning.
February 23, 2026790 views
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