Mel Gibson Blames ‘Spontaneous Thoughtless Idiocy’ For Controversial Viral Moment
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Key Points:
- Mel Gibson apologized after a viral video showed him apparently mocking an American Sign Language interpreter by mimicking her hand gestures behind her back at Fan Expo Canada in Toronto.
- Gibson stated there was no malicious intent and expressed regret for any upset caused, attributing the behavior to a spontaneous, thoughtless moment under pressure.
- The actor and director, known for roles in "Mad Max," "Lethal Weapon," and "Braveheart," has a history of controversies, including antisemitic remarks made in 2006.
- Gibson is a longtime supporter of Donald Trump and was named a "special ambassador" to Hollywood by Trump in 2025, alongside Sylvester Stallone and Jon Voight.
