Man Detained Near Drew Barrymore’s Home After Stage Rush
A man named Chad Michael Busto has been taken into custody near Drew Barrymore’s Southampton, New York, home just two days after he rushed the stage at an event featuring Barrymore in New York City. According to Southampton Town Public Information Officer Lieutenant Todd Spencer, Busto was near Barrymore’s residence on August 23 but was not on the premises when approached by the police. While he has not been arrested, an investigation is currently underway.
The incident occurred during an event at The 92nd Street Y, where the man interrupted Barrymore’s conversation with Reneé Rapp. In footage shared on social media, the man can be heard yelling Barrymore’s name as he approaches the stage, causing her to react with surprise. Barrymore stopped mid-sentence upon hearing the commotion from the crowd, while Rapp appeared tense as the man approached. Both women were escorted off the stage by a security guard, while others intercepted the man rushing the stage. The event was able to continue once the man was removed.
As stated by a witness, the man shouted Barrymore’s name followed by his own, claiming that she knew him and expressing the need to see her while she was in New York. The journalist who witnessed the incident described the audience as initially thinking it was part of a skit, as Barrymore had been friendly towards the man. However, the situation took a frightening turn when the man insisted on needing to see her. Fortunately, security swiftly intervened to protect the talk show host.
The audience was left shaken by the incident, but both Barrymore and Rapp returned to the stage after a few minutes to continue their conversation. Their resilience in the face of the aggressive interruption made the night memorable for all the right reasons, despite the initial shock.
Overall, the incident raises concerns about the potential threats faced by celebrities and the importance of ensuring their safety during public engagements. The ongoing investigation will seek to determine the motives behind the man’s actions and whether any additional security measures need to be put in place for future events involving high-profile individuals.
