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“We have parted ways after what happened in Sydney,” Greene said in an email when contacted by Rolling Stone.The decision came after Gass’ longtime friend and Tenacious D bandmate, Jack Black, announced that the band would cancel all of its remaining tour dates and pause future creative plans.
The incident occurred during the comedy duo’s recent performance in Sydney, Australia, during which Gass made a birthday wish onstage: “Don’t miss Trump next time.” While video showed attendees responding with laughter, the comment garnered the attention of right-wing politicians in Australia, who proceeded to call for Tenacious D’s deportation.
After much reflection, I no longer feel it is appropriate to continue the Tenacious D tour, and all future creative plans are on hold.
Gass issued an apology of his own on social media as well, saying, “The line I improvised onstage Sunday night in Sydney was highly inappropriate, dangerous and a terrible mistake.
They had also just announced a five-show run ahead of the 2024 election in partnership with Rock the Vote.
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