WATCH: Controversial comedian Charleston White gets jumped by Lakers fans for dissing LeBron James ‘fifth ring’

Charleston White's provocative remarks on LeBron's championship lead to onstage scuffle with Lakers' fans

WATCH: Controversial comedian Charleston White gets jumped by Lakers fans for dissing LeBron James ‘fifth ring’

Charleston White threatens aggravated Lakers' fan with a flowerpot

In a shocking turn of events, controversial comedian Charleston White found himself at the center of a physical altercation during a recent comedy show in Crockett, Texas. Known for his unfiltered and often provocative commentary, White’s remarks about LeBron James and the legitimacy of the Los Angeles Lakers‘ 2020 NBA championship and recent In-Season Tournament championship sparked outrage among some audience members, leading to a heated confrontation.

The video-captured incident shows White involved in a verbal spat with several individuals in the crowd. The situation quickly escalated when the discussion turned to the topic of LeBron James’ ‘fifth ring’, a reference to the Lakers’ victory in the NBA Bubble during the COVID-19 pandemic. White’s claim that the championship was invalid provoked a group of Lakers fans, who subsequently confronted him on stage.

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Charleston White had this to say after getting attacked at his own comedy show on his Instagram live:

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Yeah n***a no security no nothing! Just two, three n***as [and] we beat up the whole city. Yeah we beat up the whole motherf***ing city. No security!

He can be seen showing his face from different angles in his livestream, flexing that he is indeed alright and absolutely unhurt. The video of the altercation has since gone viral, sparking widespread discussion and debate online about the incident and White’s comments.

Fans react to the jumping incident at White’s show

Charleston White has marked his career with bold and often controversial takes, especially on topics related to sports and culture. His commentary has garnered a mixed response, with some appreciating his candidness, while others find his approach divisive.

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A still from the clip of the viral incident(screengrab via Twitter/X)

The incident has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with fans expressing a range of emotions. Here are some of the tweets:

The incident has certainly put Charleston White in the spotlight once again, albeit for reasons he might not have anticipated. It will be interesting to see how this event will impact his career and the ongoing debate about sportsmanship and fan behavior.

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