Chris Crocker Recollects Getting Dying Threats Over 2007 “Depart Britney Alone” Video

Chris Crocker is talking out concerning the demise threats he obtained after posting his “Depart Britney Alone” video in 2007.

Within the viral video, the then-19 yr previous expressed utter disappointment over the best way the media and public handled Britney Spears. On the time, a tearful Chris implored, “All you folks need is extra, extra, extra, extra, extra—go away her alone!”

This emotional clip turned a speaking level for comedians and discuss present hosts, primarily on the expense of Crocker.

Now, Crocker is as soon as extra again within the highlight, however this time critics are seeing the error of their methods. As one individual tweeted, “The ‘Depart Britney alone’ dude was proper all alongside. Historical past will look kindly upon him.”

Wanting again at society’s response to the video in a Feb. 9 Instagram put up, Chris stated he believes the outrage was truly rooted in his gender id and never in concern for Britney.