Michelle Buteau Criticizes Dave Chappelle's Transgender Jokes as 'Dangerous'

During her Netflix special, Buteau highlighted the potential harm of Chappelle's humor while advocating for inclusive comedy.

Comedian Michelle Buteau called Dave Chappelle's jokes about transgender people 'dangerous' during her Netflix special, 'A Buteau-ful Mind.'
Buteau argued that comedians can create humor about marginalized communities without disparaging them, using her own set as an example.
Chappelle has faced backlash since 2021 for his Netflix specials, including 'The Closer,' which critics labeled as transphobic.
Buteau expressed disbelief that Chappelle has profited significantly from material she believes makes people feel unsafe.
Her comments have reignited debates about the boundaries of comedy and the responsibilities of comedians when addressing sensitive topics.