'Jackass' Steve-O cancels breast implant prank after heartfelt conversation with transgender person

In a recent interview with Consequence, "Jackass" star Steve-O revealed that he abandoned a planned comedy stunt that involved him getting temporary breast implants. The idea was to film hidden camera pranks for his upcoming "The Super Dummy Tour," but a chance encounter with a transgender person led him to reconsider the potentially harmful implications of the prank.

Steve-O was just hours away from undergoing the procedure when the anesthesiologist backed out, setting off a chain of events that ultimately led to the surgery being cancelled. The following day, he had a conversation with a transgender grocery store clerk, who shared their personal experiences with discrimination and prejudice.

This encounter prompted Steve-O to reflect on the potential impact of his prank, particularly the part where he would deliberately deceive people and then potentially mock their reactions. He realized that the stunt could perpetuate harmful stereotypes and contribute to the discrimination faced by the trans community.

Steve-O's decision to cancel the prank highlights the importance of empathy and understanding, even in the realm of comedy. It's a reminder that humor should not come at the expense of marginalized groups, and that even well-intentioned pranks can have unintended consequences.