Pete Davidson, the “Saturday Night Live” alum known for his sharp humor, took a stand during his recent stand-up show at City Winery, and he didn’t hold back. When a fan violated his strict no-phone policy, Davidson didn’t mince words and unleashed a fiery “f–k you” on the disruptive attendee.
According to PageSix, the incident unfolded during Davidson’s performance at City Winery on Thursday night, where he was in the zone, delivering his signature comedy. In the midst of his act, he spotted an audience member who had brought not one, not two, but three phones into the venue. Davidson immediately called out the rule-breaker and had them escorted out by security, with all content removed from their devices, as confirmed by a City Winery representative.
To emphasize the importance of his no-phone rule, Davidson declared that he pays a whopping $10,000 to ensure that phones are locked up during his performances. After the interruption, he continued with his planned set, not allowing the incident to derail his performance further.
Throughout his act, the “King of Staten Island” star delved into his personal journey, sharing stories of his struggles with addiction and even attempting to play matchmaker for his mom, Amy. He also humorously addressed his efforts to gain “good press” following multiple car crashes, one of which led to a reckless driving charge.
While disruptions like these are a challenge for performers, the staff at City Winery takes pride in creating a great atmosphere for both artists and attendees, according to a spokesperson for the venue.
Locked phones have become a common practice at comedy shows, with Yondr pouches being used to seal smart devices and prevent audience members from recording or using their phones during performances.
Pete Davidson’s dedication to his no-phone policy is clear, and he didn’t hesitate to enforce it, sending a strong message to fans about respecting the rules at his shows.
What are your thoughts on Pete Davidson’s strict no-phone policy during his stand-up shows? Do you think it’s necessary to maintain a distraction-free environment for both performers and audience members, or do you believe it infringes on attendees’ freedom? Leave us a comment below.