As trans Netflix employees protest, Dave Chappelle’s fans pack his sold-out London show.
special “The Closer” in the unlikely event that the streamer pulls the show, according to fans who attended a sold-out London gig on Wednesday evening.
On the sixth and penultimate night of his weeklong U.K. tour, the 3,500-capacity venue was completely sold out, with most attendees paying $100 to $300 per ticket. The few who did speak to Variety said Chappelle did mention the Netflix controversy during his set, indicating the protest in L.A. “wasn’t favorable.” “He just wants us all to get along,” said one attendee. Another said Chappelle appeared “baffled” by the accusations.
“[‘The Closer’] is up to date with current affairs, he speaks his mind, for me he’s one of the best comedians ever,” said 32-year-old Mel. “I agree with him. I mean, speak your opinion. When it comes to comedy, it’s free speech. It’s comedy, but you get to voice your opinion. He’s obviously got one of the biggest platforms out there so he’s entitled to it. If you don’t like it, you don’t have to listen to it.
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