Black Comedian Paints Whiteface, Attends NASCAR Race, Sparks Viral Debate

Comedian Andrew Desbordes, known as Druski, gained viral attention for his elaborate whiteface transformation to attend a NASCAR race, convincingly portraying a stereotypical Southern white redneck. The transformation, which took over seven hours and was crafted by special effects makeup artist Kaylee Kehne-Swisher, fooled both the live crowd and millions online, with the video amassing hundreds of millions of views across social media platforms. Druski's portrayal included a mullet, tattoos, and an American flag cowboy hat, with him adopting a loud, brash persona that played on Southern redneck stereotypes. While the stunt was intended as comedy, it sparked controversy due to Druski's racially charged treatment of black attendees at the event, including spitting near them and using racially insensitive language, which some viewers found offensive. The video reignited discussions about race and stereotypes in America, with some commentators arguing that the skit highlights how perceptions of racism are often exaggerated or misrepresented today. Despite the backlash, Druski's viral success underscores the power of social media comedy to stir debate on cultural and racial topics.