Chris Redd.Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Chris Reddis assuring fans he’s on the mend after an alleged assault.
“I’ve been resting up like crazy but I want to say thank you for all the messages of love, the jokes, and the concern!” Redd, 37, wrote in an Instagram Story. “I’m OK and healing fast!!”
The comedian, who was entering The Comedy Cellar in New York City at the time of the alleged assault, confirmed he’ll be revisiting all of the comedy shows he was unable to complete.
“For any shows I missed, I’ll be putting back on the schedule so if you bought tickets SIT TIGHTS AND I GOT YOU!!” he wrote, adding, “I’ll be back up talking some good s— very soon!!!!”
Redd also clarified a rumor that he was robbed during the alleged crime. “Also…..NOBODY SNATCHED MY CHAIN BRO!!!! Y’all will just write anything!!” he wrote.
Chris Redd.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
PEOPLE confirmed the incident took place outside of The Comedy Cellar on Wednesday night. A DCPI spokesperson said a 37-year-old man exited his vehicle and approached the venue when a man allegedly punched him in the face. The alleged assailant fled the scene. The victim was then rushed to Bellevue Hospital.
Redd’s team did not respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment at the time.
Though Redd is resting before getting back on the road, he’ll appear onWatch What Happens LivewithAndy Cohenon Monday night. The episode was pre-recorded before the violent incident.
Redd teased the appearance on Instagram alongside a joke about taking a “break” from his celebrity duties.
“Last thing I did before my face took a ‘break,'” Redd captioned a poster for the Cohen-hosted interview.
Redd, whoannounced his leave fromSNLin September, has a comedy special coming to HBO Max this week.Why Am I Like This?is set to premiere Thursday.
source: people.com
