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Jack Black Shuts Down Tenacious D Tour After Controversy Over Trump Assassination Joke

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Jack Black cancels tour after bandmate's controversial remarks about Trump assassination attempt. Read more about the surprising turn of events!

Jack Black, the iconic actor and musician, has made a shocking announcement regarding his band, Tenacious D. The duo, consisting of Jack Black and Kyle Gass, has decided to cancel their ongoing tour and put all future creative plans on hold. This decision came after Kyle Gass made a controversial joke about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a concert in Australia. The comment sparked outrage and led to Jack Black apologizing and taking immediate action.

In a statement, Jack Black expressed his disappointment and stated that he was blindsided by his bandmate's joke. He emphasized that he does not support hate speech or political violence in any form, leading to the abrupt halt of their tour. Fans of Tenacious D were taken aback by the sudden turn of events, with many expressing both support and disappointment over the cancellation.

This incident sheds light on the impact of words and actions in the entertainment industry and the repercussions they can have. It serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible speech, especially in the public eye. Jack Black's swift response showcases his commitment to upholding values of respect and integrity, even in challenging situations.

Despite the tour cancellation, the loyalty of fans towards Tenacious D remains unwavering. This episode highlights the power of celebrity influence and the need for accountability in the face of controversies. Jack Black's handling of the situation sets a precedent for dealing with sensitive issues, demonstrating the significance of taking a stand against inappropriate behavior within the industry.

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Jack Black cancels Tenacious D tour after Kyle Gass's comments ... (BBC News)

Kyle Gass sparked an outcry with a comment on stage about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

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Jack Black apologizes, calls off tour after Tenacious D bandmate ... (ABC News)

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Jack Black ends Tenacious D tour after bandmate's Trump shooting ... (KGO-TV)

Tenacious D - Jack Black and Kyle Gass - has canceled the rest of their tour after Gass' remarks about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

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Jack Black Cancels Tenacious D Tour After Trump Assassination Joke (Variety)

Jack Black says Tenacious D will no longer tour after blowback over a comment Kyle Gass made about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

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Jack Black Ends Tenacious D Tour After Bandmate Jokes About ... (The New York Times)

At a concert in Australia, Kyle Gass made a comment suggesting that he wished the shooter had not missed former President Trump during an assassination ...

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Jack Black Cancels Tenacious D Tour, Says He Was “Blindsided” By ... (Deadline)

Jack Black has cancelled the tour and future creative plans for the duo following a controversial on-stage joke.

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Jack Black Was 'Blindsided' By Trump Assassination Joke in ... (Billboard)

Jack Black was 'blindsided' by the Trump assassination joke Tenacious D partner Kyle Gass told in Australia, announcing the cancellation of the tour.

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Jack Black's Tenacious D Cancels Tour After Bandmate Jokes About ... (Forbes)

Jack Black bandmate Kyle Gass sparked controversy with a comment he made about the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

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Jack Black Steps Away From Tenacious D After Kyle Gass Jokes ... (Vanity Fair)

Gass has since apologized for a comment that left Black “blindsided” during their Sunday concert, calling it a “terrible mistake” and denouncing “violence ...

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Jack Black puts Tenacious D 'on hold' after bandmate's Trump ... (The Guardian)

Actor and rock musician says 'I would never condone hate speech or encourage political violence' after Kyle Gass joked about assassination attempt.

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Jack Black ends Tenacious D tour after bandmate's Trump shooting ... (WLS-TV)

Tenacious D - Jack Black and Kyle Gass - has canceled the rest of their tour after Gass' remarks about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

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Jack Black abruptly shelved the world tour for his comedy rock band Tenacious D on Tuesday, after bandmate Kyle Gass joked onstage about the assassination ...

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While onstage at a concert in Sydney on Sunday (Jul 14), Kyle Gass was presented with a birthday cake and asked to “make a wish” by Jack Black.

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Jack Black canceled Tenacious D's tour and put the comedy-rock band's future creative plans 'on hold' following his bandmate's comment on the Trump ...

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American comedy-rock duo Tenacious D, formed by actors Jack Black and Kyle Gass, suspended the rest of its Australian tour after comments made by Gass over ...

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The Kung Fu Panda actor said he was 'blindsided' by Tenacious D bandmate Kyle Gass' remarks making light of the assassination attempt.

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SYDNEY - American comedy-rock duo Tenacious D, formed by actors Jack Black and Kyle Gass, suspended the rest of its Australian tour after comments made by ...

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Jack Black said he has put all future creative plans on hold after Tenacious D bandmate Kyle Gass made a controversial comment about the Trump rally ...

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Jack Black ends Tenacious D tour after bandmate's Trump shooting ... (Hawaii News Now)

The comedy rock duo ...

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Jack Black cancels Tenacious D tour, Kalamazoo show, after ... (mlive.com)

KALAMAZOO, MI — Following an on-stage comment about the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, comedy rock duo Tenacious D has canceled ...

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