Drew Barrymore removed from stage at New York’s 92nd Street Y event. Here’s what happened

Drew Barrymore was taken off the stage during an event in New York City after an audience disruption. The talk show host and actor appeared at the 92nd Street Y as part of the Recanati-Kaplan Talks series to support singer-songwriter and actor Reneé Rapp’s new LP Snow Angel.

During their conversation, a man in the crowd walked down the aisle and shouted Barrymore’s name. He identified himself as Chad Michael Busto and said he needed to see her while in New York.

Barrymore greeted him and was escorted offstage by Rapp. Security then removed the man from the venue.


They returned to the stage a few minutes later and continued the conversation. Barrymore praised Rapp for her quick response and jokingly referred to her as protective.

The event proceeded without further interruption. Barrymore interviewed Rapp about her new album and her involvement in various projects.

Barrymore left the stage as planned after the event. Rapp performed three songs from her new LP and thanked the audience for their composure during the incident.

Last year, a disruptive audience member interrupted a play in New York, and the police were involved in removing them. The music industry has also seen disruptions during performances by artists like Pink, Harry Styles, Bebe Rexha, and Cardi B.

FAQs

Why was Drew Barrymore escorted off the stage during the event at 92nd Street Y?
Drew Barrymore was taken off stage due to a disruption caused by a man in the crowd, who briskly approached the stage after shouting her name.

How did the event continue after the disruption?
After the disruption, Reneé Rapp, who was seated next to Barrymore, escorted her off the stage. They returned a few minutes later to continue the event. Barrymore praised Rapp's protective actions, and the event proceeded without further interruptions.