Dave Chappelle.
Dave Chappellehas tested positive forCOVID-19.
A rep for the 47-year-old comedian confirmed the news to PEOPLE on Friday, detailing that Chappelle later made the decision tocancel all of his upcoming showsin Austin, Texas, following his positive diagnosis.
Chappelle previously performed for what was the first of five scheduled shows on Wednesday evening at the locale’s Stubbs Waller Creek Amphitheater, according to the rep’s statement. The remaining shows for Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday have been canceled and “ticket holders should contact their point of purchase for refunds,” Chappelle’s rep said.
The rep also said that the actor has not experienced any symptoms of COVID and in addition, “Anyone who comes backstage or who is seen in photos with Dave have been tested,” the statement concluded.
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Two of Chappelle’s originally scheduled shows were also set to feature podcast host and fellow comedian Joe Rogan, who was previously pictured with Chappelle earlier this week.
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Rogan later addressed the cancellation of the shows he was set to be featured in, apologizing to fans. “Sorry my friends, the Friday and Saturday shows at @stubbsaustin have been cancelled [sic],” Rogan captioned an Instagram post witha screenshot of the TMZ headlineabout Chappelle’s COVID diagnosis. “We’ll reschedule them as soon as we can. Much love to you all.”
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Chappelle was previously seen at Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater back in December, when he took part in a 10-show residency at the venue following three sold-out shows there in November, according toABC affiliate KVUE.
A rep for the comedian said Chappelle’s shows at the time were socially distanced and those in attendance had to receive a rapid COVID-19 test ahead of the show. Masks were also required at all times as well.
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