After BAFTAs, Mel Gibson, J.K. Rowling and More Celebs Blame Hateful Speech on Tourette’s in ‘SNL’ Sketch - Yahoo News UK

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After a BAFTAs incident where a guest with Tourette's shouted a racial slur, celebrities like Mel Gibson and J.K. Rowling were mocked in an 'SNL' sketch for blaming hateful speech on the condition, sparking widespread criticism and apologies.

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