Pete Davidson Sparks Backlash Over Controversial Kanye West and Charlie Kirk Jokes at Kevin Hart Roast

Comedian Pete Davidson has sparked significant controversy following his appearance at a roast for Kevin Hart, where he delivered a series of provocative jokes targeting high-profile figures.

During the event, which was part of a Netflix special, Davidson targeted Kanye West with a joke describing him as a gay Nazi, according to reporting from TMZ.

The News International noted that this specific comment has reignited the long-standing and public feud between Davidson and West.

Beyond the comments directed at West, Davidson also faced backlash for a joke regarding Charlie Kirk. The Times of India reported that the humor used in reference to Kirk contributed to the return of public scrutiny surrounding Davidson’s conflicts with public figures.

UNILAD Tech described the joke about Kirk as shocking, noting that the delivery occurred live on stage during the production.

The set included other highly sensitive subject matter. Primetimer.com reported that jokes involving the death of George Floyd, alongside the remarks about Charlie Kirk, drew mixed reactions from audiences online.

While roast formats are traditionally designed for aggressive and boundary-pushing comedy, the specific nature of the jokes regarding political figures and deceased individuals has led to a divided response across social platforms.