I Swear actor Thierry Mabonga defended John Davidson after the campaigner's use of N-word during BAFTAs Addressing the awards scandal in a TikTok video, actor Thierry Mabonga has defended John Davidson after the campaigner's use of the N-word during the BAFTAs. 23 February 2026 Thierry Mabonga has defended John Davidson after the campaigner's use of the N-word during the BAFTAs.