Following a controversial onstage comment related to Donald Trump’s attempted assassination, Tenacious D faces potential deportation from Australia.
During a performance at ICC Sydney Theatre on Saturday, shortly after the assassination attempt in Pennsylvania, Kyle Glass blew out birthday candles; he quipped, “Don’t miss Trump next time.” Jack Black later expressed that he was “blindsided” by the comment, emphasizing his disapproval of violence. Glass apologized, describing his comment as “highly inappropriate, dangerous, and a terrible mistake,” and acknowledged his severe lapse in judgment.
The incident sparked significant backlash. Australian federal senator Ralph Babet advocated for the immediate deportation of Tenacious D, condemning the call for political violence as “egregious, disgusting, filthy, evil, and not acceptable.”
In response to the controversy and the call for their deportation, Tenacious D has cancelled their tour. Black stated, “I was blindsided by what was said at the show on Sunday. I would never condone hate speech or encourage political violence in any form. After much reflection, I no longer feel it is appropriate to continue the Tenacious D tour, and all future creative plans are on hold. I am grateful to the fans for their support and understanding.”
