Phil Davis, star of the long-running BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who, has resigned from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) in protest of the organization\u2019s handling of the 2021 awards show.<\/p>\n
In a statement released on his Twitter account, Davis cited the lack of representation of people of color among the nominees, as well as the lack of recognition for female directors, as the main reasons for his decision.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a BAFTA member, I am deeply disappointed in the BAFTA 2021 Awards,\u201d Davis wrote. \u201cThe lack of diversity in the nominations and the lack of recognition of female directors are an embarrassing travesty.\u201d<\/p>\n
He went on to say that he believes BAFTA\u2019s lack of action in this regard \u201csends a clear message to the industry that it is not interested in inclusivity and diversity.\u201d<\/p>\n
The actor, who has starred in Doctor Who since its revival in 2005, concluded his statement by saying that he will no longer be a part of BAFTA in any capacity.<\/p>\n
His resignation has been met with widespread support from fellow actors and industry professionals, who praised Davis for taking a stand against BAFTA\u2019s lack of diversity.<\/p>\n
The controversy surrounding the 2021 BAFTA Awards has been ongoing for weeks, with many people criticizing the organization for its lack of representation of people of color and female directors.<\/p>\n
The issue came to a head when the nominations were announced and no female directors were recognized.<\/p>\n
The 2021 BAFTA Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in April, and it remains to be seen what changes, if any, the organization will make in order to address the issues that have been raised.<\/p>\n
In the meantime, Phil Davis\u2019s resignation from BAFTA serves as a powerful reminder that change needs to happen in order for the industry to become more inclusive and equitable.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Phil Davis, star of the long-running BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who, has resigned from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) in protest of the organization\u2019s handling of the 2021 awards show. In a statement released on his Twitter account, Davis cited the lack of representation of people of color among the nominees, …<\/p>\n