Dave Chappelle Ends Show Over Audience Member's Cell Phone Use

The incident occurred during the comedian's five-night stand at Hard Rock Live in Florida, marking another instance of Chappelle's run-ins with audience members.

• Dave Chappelle abruptly ended his show in Florida after a fan was seen using a cell phone in the audience, violating the 'device and electronics free' policy at the artist's request.
• The incident occurred during Chappelle's second show at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, part of a five-night stand at the 7000-seat venue.
• Upon entry, audience members were instructed to put their devices in Yondr neoprene pouches that were to be unlocked when they left.
• This is not the first time that Chappelle has had issues with audience members. In May 2022, an audience member attacked Chappelle during a performance at the Hollywood Bowl.
• In October, several audience members allegedly left his show in Boston after he criticized Israel for committing 'war crimes' against Palestine.

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