Comedian Rob Schneider Removed from Stage Mid-Show as Audience Members Leave in Disapproval
Entertainment | June 7, 2024, 9:05 p.m.
Comedian Rob Schneider faced backlash once again this week after being pulled from the stage during his set at a fundraiser in Canada supporting a hospital. Attendees at the Four Seasons Ball, organized by the Hospitals of Regina Foundation, found Schneider's politically charged comedy inappropriate for the event, leading to many walking out and him being asked to leave the stage. The foundation swiftly issued a public apology, acknowledging that Schneider's performance did not align with their values or audience expectations. Witnesses described the uncomfortable atmosphere during his set, with some criticizing the foundation for not vetting the comedian more thoroughly. This incident marks the second time Schneider has been cut off for controversial material, following a similar situation at a GOP event in late 2023. Despite raising over $350,000 for Regina's hospitals, organizers were left to address the fallout from Schneider's set.