Jack Black Cancels Tour After Bandmate Jokes About Trump Assassination Attempt

Actor Jack Black has canceled his band's concert tour after his bandmate made a shocking comment about the assassination attempt against former President Trump. The incident occurred at a Tenacious D concert on Sunday, where Black's bandmate, Kyle Gass, wished for a shooter to "not miss Trump next time."

Actor Jack Black has canceled his band's concert tour after his bandmate made a shocking comment about the assassination attempt against former President Trump.

Jack Black Cancels Tour After Bandmate Jokes About Trump Assassination Attempt

The incident occurred at a Tenacious D concert on Sunday, where Black's bandmate, Kyle Gass, wished for a shooter to "not miss Trump next time." His comments came just hours after Trump narrowly survived a shooting at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, where one attendee was killed and two others were critically wounded.

Black responded to the backlash on Tuesday after a video clip of their exchange went viral on social media. In a statement posted to his Instagram account, Black said he was "blindsided" by Gass's remark. "I would never condone hate speech or encourage political violence in any form," he wrote.

Jack Black Cancels Tour After Bandmate Jokes About Trump Assassination Attempt

"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."

Gass also put out a statement apologizing for the remark. "The line I improvised onstage Sunday night in Sydney was highly inappropriate, dangerous and a terrible mistake," he wrote on Instagram. "I don't condone violence of any kind, in any form, against anyone."

Jack Black Cancels Tour After Bandmate Jokes About Trump Assassination Attempt

"What happened was a tragedy, and I'm incredibly sorry for my severe lack of judgment. I profoundly apologize to those I've let down and truly regret any pain I've caused."

The assassination attempt on Trump has sparked outrage and concern across the political spectrum. President Biden has condemned the attack, calling it an "act of political violence."

Black, a staunch supporter of President Biden, recently spoke at a star-studded fundraiser for the Democratic candidate in Los Angeles that reportedly raised $30 million for his campaign.

The cancellation of the Tenacious D tour is a reminder of the divisive climate in American politics. The assassination attempt on Trump has heightened tensions and raised concerns about the potential for further violence.

It is important to note that Gass's comment was made in jest and does not reflect the views of the band or its supporters. However, it is also important to acknowledge that such comments can be harmful and contribute to a climate of violence and intolerance.

We must all work together to create a more respectful and inclusive society where political differences can be expressed without resorting to violence or hate speech.