Bill Burr, the renowned comedian and actor, did not hold back his feelings towards conservative commentator Ben Shapiro during a recent podcast episode. The fiery exchange stemmed from Shapiro’s characterization of Burr as ‘woke’ due to his liberal comedic style. “I just want to say that I did not invent the term ‘woke’, but I enjoy being called that by a person who probably still writes letters to the editor of the newspaper,” Burr quipped. He added, “It’s hilarious that he thinks that his opinion matters in this context.” Shapiro has openly criticized Burr in various forums and seemed to relish the prospect of a feud, recently stating, “Feuds are a form of entertainment, and if Bill wants to engage, I’m down for it.” Burr’s fans have flocked to social media to express their support, making #TeamBurr trend across platforms. This conflict highlights the ongoing cultural clashes where comedic art intersects with political discourse. In a society increasingly divided along ideological lines, Burr’s stance reflects the significant tension that exists within the public dialogue on such matters.
Bill Burr Clashes with Ben Shapiro Over ‘Woke’ Label in Fiery Exchange
