As unlikely as it may seem, some celebrities have managed to regain public's trust and maintain their careers in the industry after facing backlash over their controversial remarks or behaviors.
- November 13, 2022
AceShowbiz - Over the years, Dave Chappelle has built plenty of jokes around trans subjects, but it wasn't until his special "The Closer" was released on Netflix that he faced a storm of criticism. In the 70-minute special, he addressed his past trans jokes and recalled his conversation with his late friend and trans comic Daphne Dorman about trans identity. Many rushed to ask Netflix to take down the special, but the streamer chose to stand by him.
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos acknowledged that "storytelling has real impact in the real world" but denied taking down the special, as he stated he "does not believe it falls into hate speech." Dave was also defended by Daphne's sister, who insisted that the comedian "loved my sister and is an LGBTQ ally." The comic continues performing stand-up shows in various cities, including teaming up with Chris Rock for a tour that will take place in December.
