Conservative backlash erupts over Chappelle’s jokes about Charlie Kirk’s death
According to Vulture, Dave Chappelle faced renewed backlash on November 10 after clips from his recent Madison Square Garden show that referenced the killing of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk circulated online, drawing criticism from several conservative commentators. Radio host Charlamagne Tha God said the joke was unacceptable, as reported by Fox News. Erika Kirk, the widow of the slain activist, called the jokes morally unacceptable and said sponsors had pulled support, according to Deadline.
During the sold-out performance, Chappelle remarked that he felt better after Kirk’s killing, prompting a response from Kirk’s wife on social media, TMZ reported. The remarks, first reported by the New York Post, sparked laughter from the audience.
