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Tenacious D Tour Canceled After Controversial Comment
The Tenacious D tour has been abruptly canceled following a controversial comment made by the band. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
Tenacious D, the American rock-comedy duo comprising movie star Jack Black and Kyle Gass, made headlines when Gass’s offhand comment about the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump led to the cancellation of their tour.
Incident at ICC Sydney Theater
During a show at the ICC Sydney Theater in Australia, Jack Black brought out a cake to celebrate Kyle Gass’s 64th birthday. When Black asked Gass to make a wish, Gass responded with a comment about Trump, which sparked controversy and went viral online.
Response from Jack Black
Jack Black expressed his surprise and disapproval of the comment made by Gass, stating that he does not condone hate speech or political violence in any form. As a result, Black announced the cancellation of the Tenacious D tour and put all future plans on hold.
Kyle Gass’s Apology
Kyle Gass issued an apology on social media, acknowledging that his improvised comment was inappropriate, dangerous, and a mistake. He emphasized that he does not support violence and expressed deep regret for the incident.
Postponement and Fallout
Following the controversy, the band postponed their scheduled performance in Broadmeadow, Australia. Senator Ralph Babet called for their deportation, condemning the duo for their comments.
Previous Controversies
This incident is reminiscent of past controversies involving celebrities and comments about Trump. Notably, Kathy Griffin faced backlash in 2017 for a photoshoot featuring a severed-head Halloween mask of Trump, which resulted in a significant career setback.