The accusations emerged on social media, after internet users who were present at the event stated that part of the audience had shouted insults after the musician invited a young black man to play on stage.
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After that, he would have made a brief speech against the reduction of the age of criminal responsibility and in defense of young black people from Brazilian communities, which would have been the motivation for the racial insults. Seu Jorge would also have made an “L” with his hands, a justification used by some internet users for the insults.
In the reports, some say that monkey sounds were made and that someone shouted words like “vagabond” and “safado”.
After the repercussions of what happened, Grêmio Náutico União published an official note, stating that it is “internally investigating the facts” and that, if the crime is proven, those “involved will be held responsible”.
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Until now, Seu Jorge did not comment on the case.
Check the full statement:
Porto Alegre, October 16, 2022.
Grêmio Náutico União is internally investigating the facts that occurred at an event held on October 14th, during a performance by singer Seu Jorge. If a racist act is proven, those involved will be held responsible. We affirm that the Union, following its Statute and commitment to members and society, repudiates any type of discrimination.
We emphasize that Seu Jorge was the artist chosen to perform a show with the presence of members and non-members of the Club considering his representation in national culture and international recognition, and we highlight our respect for the professional and his work.
Paulo José Kolberg Bing
President
Grêmio Náutico União
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