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Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Jessica Kirson donated her entire fee from performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival to the Human Rights Campaign, after facing criticism for participating in the event in Saudi Arabia, and expressed regret for her decision while highlighting her efforts to support LGBTQ+ visibility and human rights.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by them.us
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.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NJ.com
Jessica Kirson, a well-known lesbian comedian from New Jersey, expressed regret after performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia, citing her initial hope to support LGBTQ+ visibility but regretting her participation under the Saudi government’s auspices. She announced she will donate her earnings to a human rights organization and apologized to her fans for her decision.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Jessica Kirson, an openly gay comedian, expressed sincere regret for performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, citing concerns about the Saudi government's human rights record. She requested and received a guarantee to perform openly as a lesbian and gay material, aiming to support LGBTQ+ visibility, but apologized for participating under the Saudi government’s auspices. Kirson donated her fee to a human rights organization and acknowledged the controversy, emphasizing her commitment to her community and the importance of using her platform for good.