Mel Gibson apologises for ‘spontaneous idiocy’ after mocking sign language interpreter

Mel Gibson has spoken out after facing backlash for his behaviour at FanExpo Canada (Picture: Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images)

Mel Gibson has apologised for what he described as ‘spontaneous thoughtless idiocy’ after appearing to mock a sign language interpreter at a fan convention.

The Braveheart actor, 70, faced backlash after footage from his appearance at FanExpo Canada circulated online, showing him seemingly imitating the movements of an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter as he walked onto the stage.