Dave Chappelle’s team has issued a statement addressing theHollywood Bowl attack.
In a memo shared withCNNWednesday, a rep for the 48-year-old comedian said, “As unfortunate and unsettling as the incident was, Chappelle went on with the show.”
“Jamie FoxxandChris Rockhelped calm the crowd with humor before Chappelle introduced the last and featured musical guests for the evening,” they added.
Chappelle was introducing Black Star when the attack occurred, and the duo went on to perform after the scare.
Amid the chaos, Chappelle told audience members: “Everybody compose themselves. I want this to be a peaceful moment.”
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A spokesperson for Chappelle did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.
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Neither Chapelle nor any law enforcement officers were injured. One LAPD spokesperson told PEOPLE the weapon used was “a replica handgun with a knife,” describing it as a “replica handgun-slash-knife.”
The LAPD confirmed to PEOPLE Wednesday that Lee is being held in the custody of the LAPD’s Hollywood Division on a $30,000 bond. It was not immediately clear if he has retained a lawyer.
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In a statement shared with PEOPLE on the Tuesday night incident, a Netflix spokesperson said, “We care deeply about the safety of creators and we strongly defend the right of stand-up comedians to perform on stage without fear of violence.”
Speaking on behalf of the Hollywood Bowl, a rep for the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association stressed how seriously the organization is addressing the evolving situation.
“The safety of our artists, visitors and staff is the LA Phil’s top priority,” a spokesperson said.
“The incident that occurred at the Hollywood Bowl on May 3, 2022 remains an active investigation, and we are unable to comment further at this time,” they added, redirecting further queries to the LAPD.
source: people.com
