NEW ORLEANS — The city of New Orleans is getting the last laugh with Carlos Mencia.
One day after Mencia was announced as one of the celebrity riders for an upcoming Mardi Gras parade, organizers yanked the comedian from the list upon learning he made jokes about Hurricane Katrina.
NEW ORLEANS — The city of New Orleans is getting the last laugh with Carlos Mencia.
One day after Mencia was announced as one of the celebrity riders for an upcoming Mardi Gras parade, organizers yanked the comedian from the list upon learning he made jokes about Hurricane Katrina.
In a statement released Thursday, the event’s organizer, Krewe of Orpheus, said it had become aware of “certain remarks Mr. Carlos Mencia has made in regards to New Orleans and Hurricane Katrina,” according to The Associated Press.
“Our krewe is very sensitive to the feelings of our community and the way our city is viewed,” said Orpheus Captain Sonny Borey in a statement to AP.
In addition to being one of about a dozen celebrity guests, Mencia was also slated to perform as part of the festivities.
Comedian Joan Rivers has since been added to this year’s celebrity list. Other stars slated to participate in the parade include “According to Jim” star Jim Belushi, “Mad Men” star Bryan Batt, Sirius radio host Jay Thomas, “American Idol” contestant Josh Gracin and members of the “Reno 911” television cast.
This year’s parade rolls through New Orleans on Feb. 23, the night before Mardi Gras.
Watch Carlos Mencia making fun of Hurricane Katrina.
