Comedian slammed as ‘racist’ by viewers appalled at ‘whiteface’ skit mocking NASCAR fans

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In a humorous online sketch, the African-American comedian Druski adopted a completely white paint look, mimicking the stereotype of enthusiastic Middle American NASCAR spectators.

He became completely indistinguishable, seamlessly slipping into the character, sporting not just a mullet, beard, and overalls, but also a deliberately tanned appearance with telltale sunburn marks.

30-year-old comedian Andrew Desbordes was caught on camera socializing at the NASCAR Southern 500 race in South Carolina, chatting amiably with friendly spectators while adopting a playful southern drawl.

It seemed no one suspected him of pretending to be someone else as he enthusiastically applauded racers, mingled with revelers, shared drinks, and even allowed an elderly woman to sit on his lap and placed a cigarette between her lips.

When he shared the drawing online, most commenters responded with laughter, writing comments such as: “If you find this offensive, you must be sensitive,” “Your make-up artist deserves an award,” or “If you can’t appreciate the humor in this…you’re missing out.

Regardless of how someone may have reacted defensively by asking: “Isn’t it not racist if you wear white paint?”, others brought up a contradiction, stating: “Can Theo Von get away with blackface without any backlash?”, and inquiring: “Why is this considered funny while blackface is deemed taboo?

This is quite amusing, but it seems funny how things used to be considered unacceptable when done in a different manner.”

“It appears that we are beginning to understand the true situation better now.

Another user on X (previously known as Twitter) commented, ‘Now Theo Von should perform a sketch using blackface,’ while another inquired, ‘Is it acceptable to use blackface once more?’ This can be rephrased as:

‘A viewer on X posted that Theo Von ought to create a comedic act involving blackface now. Another user asked if it is permissible to use blackface again.’

Druski, a buddy of Justin Bieber’s who appeared on his latest album, wore a costume with white face paint, a hat resembling an American flag, and several temporary tattoos, among which was one depicting the Stars and Stripes on his partially uncovered chest.

In a exaggerated fashion, he hilariously mimicked a white southerner, blaring “Born in the USA” from his vehicle’s window as he drove along, emerging from a mobile home while drinking an energy drink, and enthusiastically leaping and cheering at horse races with great enthusiasm.

At the NASCAR gathering, he was cheerfully greeted by the participants. They shared beers with him, and, notably, an elderly lady sat on his lap among them.

One controversial aspect of the sketch was Druski mockingly spitting contemptuously on the ground each time a black spectator passed by him.

The sketch included a divisive moment where Druski imitated disdain towards black racegoers by spitting on the ground as they walked by.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it like this: I once pulled over to inquire if a fellow road-goer appeared lost, only to be surprised when he clarified he was indeed heading to a NASCAR race. In a moment that left me speechless, I blurted out, ‘Find a secure activity, friend.’

Prior to frolicking and later sharing a drink with a boisterous crowd of fellows, he proposed a toast saying, “Cheers to love, cheers to respect – if you can’t please her, then cherish her!

Enthusiasts swarmed the comment section to applaud the sketch, with many commending the exceptional makeover efforts of the makeup artists responsible for Druski’s remarkable physical change.

One viewer exclaimed, “This is like the level of racial swapping seen in Tropic Thunder! It’s amazing how well-executed it looks,” while another commented, “I must admit, your makeup artist deserves a raise for such a convincing transformation.

A user commented, “I find this extremely amusing. If you’re upset, then perhaps you’re sensitive.” In response to Druski, another user said, “You must see that you have a feature-length film and theatrical potential in front of you, right?

Other individuals, however, seemed to find less appeal in this, as evidenced by one user who stated: “Well, I’d never encountered you before. Evidently, there wasn’t anything worth missing. The imitation of spitting at black fans was not amusing at all, and it primarily consisted of exaggerated stereotypes that can be humorous when executed effectively.

The other person observed, “It’s striking how no one else behaved towards you as if you weren’t there.” And they wondered aloud, “Why on earth did you spit at the feet of black people? It would be beneficial for you to return and inquire about how often that occurred that day. You treated them more poorly than any white person I’ve seen, and it seems as though you always find ways to create racism.

Another viewer agreed, stating it would have been incredibly humorous, “except for the offensive and racially insensitive elements.” As someone pondered, “is it acceptable once more for individuals to participate in blackface performances?

One spectator of NASCAR felt that the drawing was generally funny, but expressed regret that it depicted mocking gestures towards black race fans while in disguise as a white Hillbilly (though they were part of the sketch). It’s worth noting that this sport has made significant efforts to separate itself from its racially charged past.

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2025-09-03 21:20