Kennedy Center employee fired for naked political tirade

Tavish Forsyth, a former program director at the Kennedy Center’s Opera Institute, has been fired after posting a controversial video online. In the video, he dramatically stripped down and criticized former President Donald Trump and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk. Forsyth shared his thoughts in a 35-minute video on YouTube and X. He claimed that Trump had taken over the Kennedy Center, where he worked. He questioned whether staying at the center made him complicit in what he described as a hostile takeover targeting vulnerable communities. Following the video's release on Wednesday, the Kennedy Center acted quickly. Roma Daravi, the center’s vice president of public relations, stated that the video was disturbing and not reflective of the organization's values. Daravi expressed concern about Forsyth's role, as he worked with minors. Forsyth is also known for founding Bird City Improv, a company focusing on performances and educational initiatives related to marginalized communities. The organization has connections with various educational and community-focused groups. Public discussion has arisen around Forsyth’s actions, with some labeling them as problematic. His unusual behavior has sparked various reactions on social media.