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flag Dave Chappelle’s new Netflix special sparked debate over free speech after he defended performing in Saudi Arabia, citing greater expression freedom there than in the U.S.

flag Dave Chappelle’s new Netflix special, *The Unstoppable*, released December 20, 2025, sparked debate after he defended his performance at Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Comedy Festival amid criticism, including from Bill Maher. flag Chappelle dismissed accusations of compromising his principles, citing greater freedom of expression in Saudi Arabia compared to the U.S., where he said figures like Jimmy Kimmel and Charlie Kirk face increasing risks. flag He referenced the killing of 240 journalists in Israel’s conflict zones as context for the Khashoggi murder, a line that went viral. flag The special, filmed in Washington, D.C., also touched on free speech, political polarization, and the role of comedians in public discourse. flag Reactions were split, with some applauding his boldness and others criticizing his handling of serious global issues.

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