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 Jun 18
Nate Bargatze’s MAGA Truth Was Hiding in Plain Sight
Nate Bargatze’s MAGA Truth Was Hiding in Plain Sight: Sunday was not the first time that the best-selling comedian has posed with MAGA figures.
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 Nov 05
Exposed MAGA Comedian Lands Huge New Netflix Special
Exposed MAGA Comedian Lands Huge New Netflix Special: It’s yet to be seen whether the comedian will address his decision to cozy up to MAGA.
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Dr. Ben is an orthopedic surgeon by day and comedian by night
Dr. Ben is an orthopedic surgeon by day and comedian by night: Nashville orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ben Debelak is a stand-up comedian, performing at Zanies Comedy ...
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MAGA-Friendly Comedian Shades Nate Bargatze for Trump Photos
MAGA-Friendly Comedian Shades Nate Bargatze for Trump Photos: Shane Gillis revealed why he—unlike Bargatze—turned down the VIP room at Trump’s birthday fight.
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Outed MAGA Comedian Does First Interview Since Trump Event
Outed MAGA Comedian Does First Interview Since Trump Event: Nate Bargatze braved an appearance on “The Dan Patrick Show” on Friday.
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 Jul 05
‘SNL’ Savaged for Promoting MAGA Host on July 4th
‘SNL’ Savaged for Promoting MAGA Host on July 4th: “Read the room,” snapped one Nate Bargatze critic.
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W. Kamau Bell Predicts a Dark Future for Outed MAGA Comedian
W. Kamau Bell Predicts a Dark Future for Outed MAGA Comedian: Comedian and former CNN host W. Kamau Bell tells “Obsessed: The Podcast” why he decided to publicly ...
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Key FactsComedian Condemns Nate Bargatze's MAGA Event Attendance
Jun 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • W. Kamau Bell reproached Nate Bargatze and other celebrities for engaging with fascist-linked gatherings.

  • Bell outlined straightforward guidelines to avoid associations with extremist groups in a widely shared post.

  • Bargatze was photographed at a White House UFC fight with key MAGA personalities, sparking backlash.

  • Bell emphasized that claiming ignorance does not excuse being seen with controversial political figures.
    • The easiest way to not be photographed with fascists is to not go to places where fascists coagulate.
    — W. Kamau Bell, in a Substack post criticizing MAGA-curious celebrities.
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 Jun 28
Cheryl Hines Shows Support for MAGA Comic She Exposed
Cheryl Hines Shows Support for MAGA Comic She Exposed: After almost ruining Nate Bargatze’s career, Cheryl Hines appears to now be claiming him within the Trump ...
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Meghan McCain Says Quiet Part Out Loud on Outed MAGA Star
Meghan McCain Says Quiet Part Out Loud on Outed MAGA Star: The outspoken Republican is touting her unverified, insider access again.
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 Jun 18
Top-Selling Comedian Goes Silent After Being Exposed as MAGA
Top-Selling Comedian Goes Silent After Being Exposed as MAGA: Nate Bargatze has declined to make any public statement about his presence as a guest at Trump’s ...
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 Jun 17
MAGA Royalty Posts Cozy Photo With ‘I’m Not Political’ Comedian
MAGA Royalty Posts Cozy Photo With ‘I’m Not Political’ Comedian: Nate Bargatze just popped up in yet another White House photo—this time with a member of Trump’s ...
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Key FactsNate Bargatze Attends Trump UFC Event Citing Sports Interest
Jun 15, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Nate Bargatze, the top-selling clean comedian in the U.S., attended Trump’s UFC birthday celebration as an avid fan of the sport.

  • A source close to Bargatze confirmed his presence was not intended as a political endorsement.

  • Photos of him with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Cheryl Hines were shared but do not imply political alignment.

  • Bargatze consciously avoids political commentary in his work despite his personal interest and occasional political contacts.
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    — Josh Hokit, in a post-match interview with Joe Rogan after his win at UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House.
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 Jun 17
‘Top Chef’ Finalist Forced Into MAGA Denial After Trump UFC Appearance
‘Top Chef’ Finalist Forced Into MAGA Denial After Trump UFC Appearance: The reality-star chef has leaped to defend himself, joining a list of attendees who claim ...
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Emmy-Nominated Comedian Exposed as MAGA at Trump’s UFC Fight
Emmy-Nominated Comedian Exposed as MAGA at Trump’s UFC Fight: The comedian appeared on the “Fox & Friends” sofa last month.
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Nate Bargatze plans pivot to movies after 2 more comedy specials: 'I ...
Nate Bargatze plans pivot to movies after 2 more comedy specials: 'I don't want to overstay my welcome'
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Creatives React: DoorDash’s Super Bowl Ad Is ‘Beautifully-Executed ...
Creatives React: DoorDash’s Super Bowl Ad Is ‘Beautifully-Executed,’ but Will It Break Through the Noise?
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 Jan 15 25
Nate Bargatze is returning to the Twin Cities
Nate Bargatze is returning to the Twin Cities: The comedian will be at Xcel Energy Center in July.
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Comedian Nate Bargatze adds second Cleveland arena show
Comedian Nate Bargatze adds second Cleveland arena show: The comedian's "Big Dumb Eyes World Tour" will include a newly added show on Oct ...
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