Abu Dhabi, July 2 -- Comedian Dave Chappelle has openly criticised Palestinian-American musician DJ Khaled for not speaking out on Israel's ongoing war on Gaza Strip. The remarks were made during a sold-out performance at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, on Friday night, June 27, as part of the Emirates Comedy Season.

According to multiple media reports, Chappelle responded to a mention of Khaled from the audience by questioning the producer's silence.

"For a Palestinian, this man is awfully quiet right now. And how could you be that quiet? And why are you so fat? People are starving. He's the only fat Palestinian on Earth right now," he said, sparking both laughter and gasps from the crowd.

Khaled has faced growing backlash online for avoidin...