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Dad Punches Comedian In The Face After ‘Disturbing’ Joke About His Baby Son

**A video that leaves jaws on the floor has taken the internet by storm, showing an irate father storming the stage to punch a comedian who made a shocking joke about his son.**

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**This jaw-dropping incident has ignited social media, sparking a fierce debate about where the line in comedy should be drawn.**

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**Some argue that comedians should be free to make jokes about any topic, while others sympathize with the father, believing the comedian went too far.**

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 “Two wrongs don’t make it right. Violence isn’t the right way to handle an offensive verbal attack,” one viewer commented.  

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Another chimed in, “Geez, I’m sure the comedian didn’t mean it.”  

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Meanwhile, a supporter of the dad declared, “Way to go, dad!!!! Disturbing.”

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 **Yet another voice in the fray added, “Bro. I’m all for freedom, and I think comedians should be funny, but what were you thinking making fun of his child like that?”**

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“I was taught kids were off limits when it came to comedy,” agreed a third. “I agree with the dad… the comedian went too far.”

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**This incident erupted at a comedy show featuring Jaime Caravaca, a well-known comedian in Spain, performing at a bustling Madrid venue.**

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**His routine came to an abrupt halt when Alberto Pugilato, the aggrieved father, took offense to a sexualized joke Caravaca made about his three-month-old son.**

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**The situation quickly escalated, culminating in Pugilato landing a punch that floored Caravaca.**

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**Audience members, phones in hand, recorded the confrontation, and the footage rapidly spread across social media platforms.**

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**While police were called to the scene, no arrests were made, as Caravaca opted not to file a complaint against Pugilato, according to MailOnline.**

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**In the aftermath, Caravaca took to social media to issue an apology.**

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 **He stated, “After what happened, what was intended to be a joke was ultimately an unfortunate and not at all appropriate comment on my part. My apologies to anyone who feels affected.”**

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 “Let’s put violence aside, and leave a good world for people to grow free.”

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**Pugilato, in turn, accepted the apology, responding, “I accept your apology, Jaime. I defend freedom of expression in the same way that I defend the right to respond. I do not wish you any harm and I hope this helps others understand that children are sacred. All the best.”**

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**However, the tension between Caravaca and Pugilato had been simmering long before the show.**

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 **Pugilato had posted a photo of his baby on X, formerly known as Twitter, with the caption: “Pride and joy.”**

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**In a provocative reply, Caravaca allegedly said, “Nothing and no one can prevent the possibility that he is gay and when he grows up he gets tired of sucking Black c***.”**

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**According to Spanish news outlet El Mundo, Pugilato is known for his involvement in far-right movements, while Caravaca is recognized for his left-wing stance and LGBT activism.**

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**Before delivering the punch at the comedy show, Pugilato was heard confronting Caravaca with, “Those pedophilic comments about my son… say them to my face… you piece of trash… now!”**

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**In an interview with MultiCanal Radio, Pugilato opened up about his feelings, sharing, “I have been very uneasy, with a feeling that I have not had in my life, very unpleasant and until I have had it in front of me I have not found peace.”**

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**This explosive confrontation has reopened the conversation about the ever-blurring boundaries in comedy, especially when family and personal beliefs come into play.**

**Should comedians have the freedom to joke about anything, or should there be unspoken rules about respecting sensitive topics?**

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 **This isn’t the first time comedians have come under fire for pushing the envelope, and it certainly won’t be the last.**

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 **With comedy being a reflection of societal values and tensions, incidents like this challenge performers and audiences to consider the impact of words and the responsibilities of freedom of expression.**

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**Ultimately, the internet remains divided: Is the joke justified in the name of comedy, or is there a sacred line that should not be crossed?**

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**This viral incident serves as a stark reminder of the power of words and the visceral reactions they can provoke in those who feel deeply wounded by them.**

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**One thing’s for certain, the world will be watching closely as both sides of the debate continue to clash over the nature of comedy and the limits, if any, it should observe.**