Sandy Maxx, a DJ on classic rock radio station 96.5 WKLH in Milwaukee, may find herself in an FBI inquiry regarding John Cleese's discussion of the assassination of President Trump.
John Cleese was at the Riverside Theatre in Milwaukee last Saturday. The event was a screening of Monty Python and The Holy Grail and a Q&A session.
Join comedy legend John Cleese for an extra special screening of his hilarious slapstick adventure Monty Python and The Holy Grail, followed by a Q&A session with the man himself. It's the perfect time to find answers to burning questions such as 'What is the air speed of an unladen swallow?' as well as gain insight into Cleese's storied and vibrant career. Tally ho!
Based on the Arthurian legend, the British film is a laugh-a-minute farce that's cemented in comedy history as one of the greats. Starring Cleese, as well the other members of the Monty Python comic troupe, this cult classic turns the story of King Arthur on its head wth hilarious consequences.
Sandy Maxx served as moderator for the conversation.
During the Q&A, Cleese said that his birthday is October 27, two days after Trump is assassinated.
Maxx responded with a quip about a birthday gift for Cleese, failing to express any condemnation of the remark.
For the past few days, Mark Belling has devoted a good deal of time talking about the subject on his radio program.
Until today, Thursday, Maxx has been silent.
She posted the following on Facebook:
Regarding John Cleese's recent Milwaukee appearance:So, Maxx is "deeply saddened" by the criticism.
The unexpected comment John Cleese made about his fictional prediction regarding the President was a fleeting yet impactful moment during an hour-long conversation that focused almost exclusively on Monty Python stories. I did my best in that particular moment to move the conversation back to the subject of Monty Python, as that was my role as moderator. I am deeply saddened to hear negative comments about my role in this one moment. I am immensely proud of my years of work providing an entertaining, informative experience for all audiences. That was my intention for the audience of Monty Python fans that evening.
Perhaps she should have unequivocally acknowledged the inappropriateness of Cleese's Trump assassination fantasy.
Granted, Maxx was in a difficult situation. I don't blame her for not reprimanding Cleese while on stage with him at the Riverside. I do question her failure, days later, to admit Cleese's statement on the specific assassination date for Trump was tasteless and potentially dangerous.
On his Thursday program, Mark Belling said the FBI contacted him about the matter.
Well, the assassination of the president of the United States is kind of a big deal.
It's too bad WKLH and Sandy Maxx don't grasp that.
They really shouldn't be going out of their way to alienate their audience. Surely, a significant number of listeners to classic rock station WKLH voted for Trump.
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