Jimmie Allen Gets Mixed Reaction After Announcing Comedy Tour Despite Sexual Assault Lawsuits

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In the past few months, Jimmie Allen's life was riddled with controversy and lawsuits. He was dropped by his PR agency, talent agency, and publicist, and suspended by his label, among many others as he faced damning sexual assault lawsuits.

Now, fans were surprised to know that he is embarking on a comedy tour.

Jimmie Allen Comedy Tour 2023

In an Instagram post he shared, Jimmie Allen announced that he will be having an "invitation-only comedy show in October 2023.

As of this writing, the dates for Jimmie Allen's comedy tour has not yet been announced.

"I Said What I Said, " and I'm gonna say it again during my 3-night comedy tour coming this October! ALL shows are invite only, so be sure signup with your e-mail via link in bio to receive the latest news & how to win tix," he shared.

Rolling Stone noted that Allen doing a comedy tour while in the heat of his lawsuits was a "curious one." Since being thrown into the fire, Allen had denied all the wrongdoings he was accused of.

Notably, a sexual assault lawsuit was filed in May 2023, and another in June. Earlier this July, Allen counterclaimed all allegations that were thrown at him, describing the accused extramarital affairs as "consensual sexual encounters."

He also dismissed the lawsuits, saying they were "intentional" and "malicious."

Meanwhile, public opinion about his upcoming comedy tour seemed to be favoring him at one side.

Fans React To Jimmie Allen's Comedy Tour

Fox News noted that Jimmie Allen received conflicting mixed reactions on Jimmie Allen's comedy tour.

On Instagram, fans commented joyously on Allen's new foray into comedy.

"If your as good at comedy as you are at singing then that will be an awesome show!!" a user wrote.

"I'm screaming . I cannot wait for this! I knew something was up when you were cutting up on stage in Nola let's GOOOO," someone said.

"How exciting! Love to see artists expanding into new areas...good for the soul!" another echoed.

However, some are still shocked by the announcement.

"Now is this post a joke? I'm honestly asking," a user posted.

"Very strange choice of comeback," someone pointed out.

"Lol you going through a midlife crisis or something?" another asked.

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