The comedian abruptly left the stage during a private performance at billionaire Anthony Pratt’s Christmas party. At 59, the comic had made a surprise appearance at the event, but his routine ended prematurely after he made a controversial remark about launching Mexicans into outer space. According to The Post, this led to an unexpected turn of events.
Cindy Adams, who attended the party, noted that something out of sight of the audience seemed to bother Rock. He reportedly reacted strongly, insisting that he had not consented to being recorded, filmed, or reported on. His frustration culminated in him swiftly exiting the venue, pushing through the crowd without offering any further explanation. Adams described his departure as immediate and final, noting he never returned.
A tense moment at Anthony Pratt’s party as Chris Rock’s routine takes an unexpected turn
Efforts to get a comment from Rock’s representatives have so far been unsuccessful. Meanwhile, Keith Urban stepped in to perform for guests, delivering a 90-minute set that followed the comedian’s dramatic exit.
Rock has largely stayed out of the public eye since the infamous incident at the 2022 Oscars, where he was slapped by Will Smith after making a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, referencing her battle with alopecia. At the time, the comedian had quipped about a sequel to “G.I. Jane,” which angered Smith, leading to the now-famous altercation.
The incident sparked a wave of divided opinions in Hollywood, with the Academy later condemning Smith’s actions and banning him from its events for a decade. Smith retained his Oscar but issued a public apology and resigned from the Academy.
Despite the fallout, Rock has continued to attract controversy. In 2022, he faced backlash for a joke referencing Nicole Brown Simpson’s tragic murder, comparing hosting the Oscars again to asking Simpson to return to the restaurant where she left her glasses before being killed.
The remark drew criticism online, with many denouncing the comparison as inappropriate and insensitive. Some even speculated that Rock’s penchant for provocative humor might explain why he’s faced public confrontations, including the one with Smith.
