Comedian Reginald D Hunter apologises after anti-semitism row

Mr Hunter, who has previously been nominated for the Perrier award and has appeared on many British TV shows, posted on social media, external about the incident at Assembly’s George Square Studios venue.

He wrote: “There was an unfortunate incident in my new show Fluffy Fluffy Beavers. As a comedian I do push boundaries in creating humour, it’s part of my job.

“This inevitably creates divided opinions but I am staunchly anti-war and anti-bully. I regret any stress caused to the audience and venue staff members.”

Mr Hunter then re-posted messages of support, including one saying “stop saying ‘antisemitism’ to shut down criticism of the actions of Netanyahu/Israel.”

The incident had first been reported by the Daily Telegraph, whose critic Domenic Cavendish was reviewing the show, external.

Mr Cavendish called it the “most unpleasant comedy gig I’ve ever attended” and said that audience members had “erupted” with abuse towards the Israeli couple, calling them “genocidal maniac” and telling them they were not welcome at the gig.