> At a Glance
> – John Mulaney canceled three Minneapolis stand-up shows scheduled for Jan. 9-11
> – The move follows the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, 37, by an ICE officer
> – Shows rescheduled to April 10-12; all tickets honored
> – Why it matters: Mulaney cited citywide grief and safety concerns, highlighting a rare pause in entertainment after a federal enforcement action
John Mulaney has shelved the Minneapolis leg of his Mister Whatever tour after an ICE officer fatally shot local mother Renee Nicole Good, sending shockwaves through the city’s Somali-heavy community.
The Postponement
In an Instagram post Thursday, Mulaney said staging comedy felt “unfair” while Minneapolis grieves. The Armoury had been set to host three sold-out nights starting Jan. 9.
The comedian, 43, told followers he couldn’t “ask thousands of people each night to leave their homes” while the city remains on edge.
New dates:
- April 10
- April 11
- April 12
Ticketholders can keep their seats or request refunds via Ticketmaster.
The Incident
Good’s death occurred as bystander video showed a group attempting to block an ICE operation. The shooting has intensified scrutiny of President Trump’s recent immigration raids targeting Somali residents.
| Agency | Statement |
|---|---|
| ICE | Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said the officer “acted according to his training” and declined to name the shooter |
| Local media | Minnesota Star Tribune, Fox9, and The Intercept identified the agent as Jonathan Ross |
Mulaney closed his note with an apology: “I know a fun stand-up show could be a nice distraction, but it doesn’t sit right with me to put anyone at risk.”
Key Takeaways
- Mulaney’s decision spotlights the human impact of federal enforcement actions on local communities
- The rescheduled dates give Minneapolis residents a three-month buffer amid ongoing ICE operations
- The incident marks one of the most high-profile entertainment cancellations tied to an immigration enforcement controversy
The comedian promised to return in spring, hoping the city will “feel ready to laugh together again.”
