Chris Rock abruptly left the stage during a surprise comedy set at billionaire Anthony Pratt’s Christmas party over the weekend. The 59-year-old comedian reportedly made an offhand joke about Mexicans in rockets, prompting tension. According to Cindy Adams of The Post, Rock "saw something" during his performance that upset him.
Rock left the event shouting about not being recorded or taped, pushing through the crowd toward the exit. Keith Urban later performed for guests in Rock’s absence. Representatives for Rock have yet to comment on the incident.
The comedian has kept a relatively low profile since the infamous Oscars slap incident in 2022 involving Will Smith, which sparked global headlines. Despite maintaining composure during the Oscars controversy, Rock has faced backlash for several controversial jokes since, including one about Nicole Brown Simpson in 2022. The recent party walkout adds to a string of dramatic moments in his career.
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