$500 million man Dana White cites comedian Dave Chappelle’s wisdom to explain ‘F**k you’ mentality towards advertisers

Explore Dana White's discussion on freedom and advertiser influence, drawing inspiration from Dave Chappelle's 'F**k you' mentality, and his unwavering support for free speech in the MMA world.

$500 million man Dana White cites comedian Dave Chappelle’s wisdom to explain ‘F**k you’ mentality towards advertisers

Dana White and Dave Chappelle (Image via: IMAGO, X/Dave Chappelle)

Dana White was a recent guest on comedian Theo Von‘s podcast. The podcast episode gained traction due to Dana White‘s thoughts on freedom. In this podcast, White shared the story of a big-time sponsor asking him to remove his personal social media post of Donald Trump.

The topic came into discussion after Theo Von shared a similar story. Apparently, Peloton Interactive sponsored Von’s podcast. They didn’t want Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the podcast. This resulted in Dana White even taking Peloton’s equipment out of the UFC PI. During the podcast, White talked about what comedian Dave Chapelle said in a comedy show. This is what White said:

You cannot be held hostage by advertisers. Dave Chappelle made a great point in his comedy routine when he talked about not having a tennis shoe deal. He mentioned that he's been offered such deals but doesn't take them because as soon as you do something the advertisers don't like, they can take it all away.
Dana White via Theo Von’s YouTube Channel
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White basically talked about the ‘F**k you’ mentality that Chappelle follows. Moreover, White urged Theo Von to follow Chappelle. He even encouraged Von to say the same to the Peloton CEO. Von was inspired by Dana White’s words and even called out the Peloton CEO, Barry McCarthy.

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White and UFC commentator Joe Rogan are outspoken advocates of free speech and freedom. Many people have tried to cancel Joe Rogan, but they ultimately failed. White also faced targeting for his friendship with Donald Trump. However, White remained loyal to Trump. Moreover, Trump, Kid Rock, and Tucker Carlson were cageside at the recently concluded UFC 295.

Joe Rogan lauds Dana White’s commitment to MMA and his UFC contract

On his podcast, Joe Rogan recently shared his admiration for UFC CEO Dana White’s dedication to fight promotion. Rogan highlighted White’s non-stop work ethic and significant impact on the sport. He also emphasized his deep connection to the UFC.

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Joe Rogan and Dana White (Source: IMAGO)

Joe Rogan shed light on White’s extraordinary commitment to MMA. Rogan described White as a tireless operator and even recounted instances of White’s constant engagement in the sport. That too in the late hours of the night. Rogan said that he would leave once White left the company. However, it does not look like White would leave anytime soon.

White’s dedication has been pivotal in transforming the UFC into the premier MMA promotion. Rogan’s contract condition is a testament to White’s value. It underscored their strong bond and White’s integral role in the UFC. Moreover, White is ably supported by CFO Hunter Campbell and matchmakers Mick Maynard and Sean Shelby.

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