Jack Black announced on Instagram that he’s cancelled the rest of the Tenacious D world tour and placed future projects on hiatus.

This happened after his bandmate Kyle Gass sparked controversy by commenting on the recent Donald Trump assassination attempt.

At their recent Sydney show, Kyle Gass was given a birthday cake and asked to make a wish for his 64th birthday, to which he said “Don’t miss Trump next time.”

In his later statement, Black said he was “blindsided” by his bandmate’s comment and condemned any calls for political violence.

  • @Wrench
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    91 month ago

    I imagine personal safety is also a major factor. Concert security is a joke. KG making that comments paints a target on both of their backs.

    They are domestic terrorists. Don’t underestimate them.

    Still, disappointing that JB has taken such a stance that seems to be neutral on hate and violence.

    • @TexasDrunk
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      71 month ago

      Not just their backs, but their audience as well. I wouldn’t put it past one of the crazies to go on a mass shooting spree and kill a bunch of bystanders who are just there enjoying “Fuck Her Gently”.