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Controversy Over U.S. Comedians Performing in Saudi Arabia

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Controversy Over U.S. Comedians Performing in Saudi Arabia
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Lesbian comedian Jessica Kirson expressed regret for performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, donating her fee to a human rights organization and highlighting her intention to support LGBTQ+ visibility in Saudi Arabia, amidst widespread criticism of the festival's role in whitewashing the country's human rights abuses.

Topics:entertainmentworld#human-rights#jessica-kirson#lgbtq-rights#riyadh-comedy-festival#saudi-arabia#world
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  1. Lesbian Comic Jessica Kirston Expresses "Sincere Regret," Donates After Riyadh Performance  them.us
  2. At Saudi Comedy Fest, American Free Speech Becomes the Punchline  The New York Times
  3. “Your legacy is now Riyadh”: Bill Burr defends Saudi Arabia comedy set—but fans aren’t buying it  Yahoo
  4. Dave Chappelle says comedy is 'easier' in Saudi Arabia than US, mentions Charlie Kirk  USA Today
  5. Comedians, human rights groups slam top U.S. comics taking the stage in Saudi Arabia  Haaretz

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