Key facts
- Larry David called the White House UFC event a "travesty."
- David stated the event made him "embarrassed to be an American."
Comedian Larry David has voiced his strong disapproval of the UFC event, dubbed "UFC Freedom 250," that was recently held on the White House lawn. Speaking at the premiere of his new HBO show, David described the event as a "travesty" and stated that it made him feel "embarrassed to be an American."
In contrast to his criticism of the UFC event, David spoke favorably of former President Barack Obama's appearance in his show, praising his comedic timing and ad-libbing skills. However, David was hesitant to suggest that Obama's cameo would earn him an Emmy.
The UFC event at the White House has also been associated with other news, including reports of an alleged plot to attack the event that the FBI stated it had thwarted.