David Cross Criticizes Comedians Performing in Saudi Arabia
David Cross strongly disagrees with comedians who are performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival.
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David Cross wrote on Instagram that he is very disappointed with comedians performing in Saudi Arabia. He called Saudi Arabia 'the most oppressive regime on earth' and said comedians are taking 'blood money.' Famous comedians like Dave Chappelle, Bill Burr, and Kevin Hart are performing there. Cross thinks this is wrong because Saudi Arabia has many human rights problems.
Other comedians like Marc Maron also criticized the festival. Some comedians refused to perform because of strict rules. Cross wants people to support human rights organizations instead.
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