Kyle Gass of Tenacious D has faced significant backlash and professional consequences following a controversial comment made during a recent performance in Sydney. At the show, Gass joked about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, saying, “Don’t miss Trump next time,” which led to immediate outrage and swift repercussions.
In response to the incident, Gass was dropped by his talent agency, Greene Talent, and issued a public apology via Instagram. He admitted his comment was highly inappropriate and dangerous, expressing deep regret and apologizing for any harm caused. He emphasized that he does not condone violence in any form.
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The fallout extended to the professional partnership with his bandmate Jack Black, who announced the cancellation of their world tour and paused all future creative endeavors with Gass. Black stated that he was blindsided by the comment and condemned any form of hate speech or political violence.
The incident has sparked further controversy, with Australian Senator Ralph Babet calling for the immediate revocation of the duo’s visas and their deportation from the country. This situation arises amid the broader context of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, where Trump was injured by a gunshot during a rally in Pennsylvania. The reaction to Gass’s comment underscores the sensitivity and potential repercussions of political statements made in public forums.
