'I requested a guarantee that I could be openly out as a lesbian on stage and perform gay material. I am grateful that I was able to do precisely that — to my knowledge, I am the first openly gay comic to talk about it on stage in SA. I received messages sharing how much it meant to participate in a gay-affirming event. At the same time, I deeply regret participating under the auspices of the Saudi government.'
Lesbian comedian who performed in Saudi Arabia apologizes
https://www.washingtonblade.com/2025/10/07/lesbian-comedian-who-performed-in-saudi-arabia-apologizes/