Dave Chappelle Cancels Shows as he Contracts COVID-19

American comedian, Dave Chappelle has cancelled his upcoming shows, as he contracted COVID-19.

Disclosing Chappelle’s COVID-19 status, his representative said he is currently quarantined and has not experienced any symptoms.

Chappelle was scheduled to perform at Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater in Austin on Thursday, January 21, 2021, which was rescheduled from Wednesday; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

The shows — two of which included Joe Rogan — have been cancelled and ticket holders should contact their point of purchase for refunds.

“Has safely conducted socially-distanced shows in Ohio since June 2020 and he moved those shows to Austin during the winter. Chappelle implemented COVID-19 protocols which included rapid testing for the audience and daily testing for himself and his team. His diligent testing enabled him to immediately respond by quarantining, thus mitigating the spread of the virus,” a statement from the comedian’s representative read.

Chappelle, who had been hosting socially distanced shows in Ohio since June last year, with rapid testing for audience members and himself, moved his shows to Austin in Texas during the winter.