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On July 16, Black released a statement on Instagram addressing the video.
I was blindsided by what was said at the show on Sunday, Black wrote.
I would never condone hate speech or encourage political violence in any form.
He added, What happened was a tragedy, and Im incredibly sorry for my lack of judgement.
I profoundly apologize to those Ive let down and truly regret any pain Ive caused.
One right-wing Australian senator was so offended that he called for Gasss deportation.
This was not a joke, he was deadly serious when he wished for the death of the President.
We wonder if Justin Timberlakes infamous utterance This is going to ruin the tour came to Blacks mind.
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