Jerrod Carmichael has broken his silence on his feud with Dave Chappelle. In an interview with Esquire Magazine, Jerrod revealed that their beef began when he criticized Chappelle’s opinion on transgender issues. The North Carolina native explained that Chappelle demanded a public apology from him in private, seeing his criticism …
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Dave Chappelle Makes New Jokes of Trans, Disabled, and LGBTQ+ Community in New Netflix Stand-up
Dave Chappelle is going to do what he does no matter whose feathers get ruffled. The comedian didn’t hold back from making Transgender, Disabled, and LBGTQ+ jokes despite receiving backlash. In his new Netflix special, “The Dreamer,” the comedian pretty much opens up with a joke about trans people. Following …
Read More »Dave Chappelle & Netflix Dropping New Stand Up On New Year’s Eve, Three Years After Controversial Comedy Special [Video]
Dave Chappelle is ending 2023 on a good foot with a new Netflix special. This week, the streaming giant released the trailer for the new standup, which will debut on December 31st. The company is putting big bucks behind the project, with legendary actor Morgan Freeman acting as the announcer …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Triggers A Walkout After Criticizing Israel’s Airstrikes During A Recent Show
Attendees of a recent Dave Chappelle show was not pleased with some of the topics he chose to discuss. On Thursday, it was reported that some audience members exited the event when Chappelle voiced criticism towards Israel’s airstrikes in Gaza and expressed his view of students who support Palestinians. The …
Read More »Dave Chappelle’s Attacker Receives 270 Days in Jail
The man responsible for attacking Dave Chappelle during his show earlier this year has been sentenced to 270 days in jail. In connection with the May assault on the comedian at the Hollywood Bowl, Isaiah Lee pleaded no contest and was sentenced to 270 days in county jail. Witnesses surrounding …
Read More »Elon Musk Booed at Dave Chappelle’s San Francisco Show: “Sounds Like Some of the People You Fired are in the Audience” [Video]
Elon Musk was booed during a Dave Chappelle show in San Francisco on Sunday after the comedian brought him on stage as a special guest. Some fans applauded the Tesla CEO, while Dave pointed out that others didn’t seem thrilled to see him. In an attempt to drown out the …
Read More »Dave Chappelle’s ‘SNL’ Monologue Sparks Backlash from the Anti-Defamation League
Several anti-Semitic organizations, including the anti-Defamation League’s national director, are criticizing Dave Chappelle’s opening monologue from Saturday Night Live. On Sunday, Jonathan Greenblatt, the head of the Jewish civil rights organization, tweeted about Chappelle’s monologue on Kanye West’s antisemitic remarks. “We shouldn’t expect @DaveChappelle to serve as society’s moral compass, but disturbing …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Addresses Kanye West And Kyrie Irving Antisemitism Allegations During ‘SNL’ Monologue: “Kanye Got In So Much Trouble, Kyrie Got In Trouble” [Video]
Despite the rumors, Dave Chappelle took the stage to host ‘Saturday Night Live’ and spoke on some recent controversial issues in society. Earlier this week, we reported that rumors were circulating that ‘SNL’ writers were boycotting Chappelle’s episode. However, Chappelle’s team quickly denied the rumors and said the writers were …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Teases That This Week’s ‘SNL’ Episode Will Be “So Black, It’ll Be On BET”
Dave Chappelle promises that his hosting gig at ‘Saturday Night Live’ will be “so black, it’ll be on BET.” On Thursday, SNL premiered Chappelle’s promo video for his upcoming hosting gig that’s set to air this Saturday. The video begins with Chappelle revealing his plans for Thanksgiving. “I’m just gonna …
Read More »‘SNL’ Writers Reportedly Boycotting Dave Chappelle Hosting This Week’s Show
Oop! Some writers for the comedy sketch show, ‘Saturday Night Live,’ are allegedly not here for Dave Chappelle hosting the show. Last week, ‘SNL’ announced that Chappelle is hosting this week’s episode along with musical guest Black Star. According to Page Six, a few staff writers have opted out of being …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Jokes Will Smith Played ‘A Perfect Man For 30 Years’ During Standup
Controversial comedian Dave Chappelle offered up some commentary on the infamous Oscars slap while on stage in Liverpool Thursday night. Chappelle is on tour with Chris Rock, who was on the receiving end of the slap from Will Smith after making a joke about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, at this year’s Academy Awards. “A lot …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Opens For Kevin Hart And Chris Rock Show At Madison Square Garden
Dave Chappelle did something Saturday night that he hasn’t been done in a very long time, he opened up a comedy show. The often controversial comedian provided the opening set for the Chris Rock and Kevin Hart show at Madison Square Garden. Chappelle surprised the crowd by walking out to …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Releases New Surprise Netflix Special, Defends Previous Trans Jokes
Dave Chappelle has quietly released another Netflix special, titled “What’s in a Name,” where he addressed his recent controversies, including his comments regarding the LGBTQ+ community. On Thursday, the streamer unleashed the stand-up with no notice or publicity. The show included a 40-minute speech that Chappelle had given at his …
Read More »Killer Mike Reveals Dave Chappelle Almost Convinced Him to Run For Georgia Governor
Killer Mike just dropped his first single after spending nearly a decade away from the studio. And his comeback solo features a lot of heart and surprises, like how his dear friend Dave Chapelle wanted him to run for Georgia’s governor. The new song and video, “Run,” has Chappelle narrating …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Says His Former High School’s Theater Won’t Have His Name
Dave Chappelle has decided against renaming his former high school’s performance theater after himself. Duke Ellington School of Arts, in Washington, D.C., will no longer bear the comedian’s name. The news comes from Chappelle, who made the announcement during an appearance at a dedication ceremony, where he said the theater …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Honored By Alma Mater Months After Students Called Him Out Over Remarks About The Transgender Community
Dave Chappelle is set to be honored by the same school that called him out over his remarks about the transgender community. And it’s not just any school; it’s his alma mater. Only a few months have passed since Chappelle, 48, received a load of backlash following his comedy bits …
Read More »Comedian Jerrod Carmichael Speaks On Dave Chappelle: “Your Legacy Is A Bunch Of Opinions On Trans Sh*t”
Comedian Jerrod Carmichael says Dave Chappelle has picked “an odd hill to die on.” In a recent interview with GQ Hype, Carmichael addressed Chappelle’s current controversies. Chappelle has been the topic of discussion for his stand-up material that’s been criticized as transphobic. During the interview, Carmichael questioned why Chappelle would …
Read More »Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle Team Up for a Joint Stand Up Comedy Show
Comedians Chris Rock, 57, and Dave Chappelle, 48, recently announced their joint stand-up comedy show in London. The news comes after both were recently attacked onstage while performing. The show is scheduled to take place on Sept. 3 at the O2 Arena. Tickets will be available for purchase ahead of …
Read More »Dave Chappelle Attacker Is Now In Plea Deal Negotiations
The man who tackled Dave Chappelle during the Netflix Is a Joke festival has been offered a plea deal. Isaiah Lee has been charged with battery, possession of a weapon with intent to assault, unauthorized access to the stage area during a performance, and commission of an act that delays …
Read More »Man Who Tackled Dave Chappelle Says He Was “Triggered” by Comedian’s LGBT jokes
The man accused of tackling comedian Dave Chappelle during a show says the comedian’s LGBT jokes triggered him. 23-year-old Isaiah Lee discussed his case during an interview with the New York Post, in which he explained his reason for going on the stage and attacking Chappelle. He claims he was …
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