Dane Baptiste Faces Backlash and Police Inquiry Over Alleged Anti-Semitic Threat
British comedian Dane Baptiste has been reported to police and dropped by his agency following a threatening post directed at a female comedian.
- Dane Baptiste issued a threatening message to a female comedian, which he later deleted, prompting police involvement and public condemnation.
- The Metropolitan Police and the UK’s Community Security Trust are investigating the incident, described as anti-Semitic.
- Several comedians, including David Baddiel and Marcus Brigstocke, have publicly condemned Baptiste's remarks.
- Baptiste has apologized for his actions, stating it was an impulsive response to perceived threats against his family.
- His talent agency, Insanity, terminated their relationship with him, citing the post's misalignment with their values.