John Davidson: How I deal with fame after Tourette's film hit and Bafta row
He is now splitting his days between his long-standing caretaker job and raising awareness of his condition.
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"It's bizarre that people thousands and thousands of miles away feel they know me well enough from either watching the film or seeing me on television to get in touch."
— John Davidson , Activist
"What a difference the film has made."
— Dottie Achenbach , Other
"There is still a lot of judgement that comes from other people and that can be hard for people with Tourette syndrome."
— Hannah Hawthorn , Other
Key People
Supporter of John Davidson who has accompanied him since he was a teenager.
Organizer of the Tourette's awareness event at Scottish Borders Council.
Tourette's campaigner known for his role in the Bafta-winning film I Swear.
Actress who plays Dottie Achenbach in the film I Swear.
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He is now splitting his days between his long-standing caretaker job and raising awareness of his condition.
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