Comedian Fabu-D apologises for filming homeless man doing 'push-up' challenge for money

A video online has sparked controversy after Comedian Fabu-D challenged a homeless man to complete the press up challenge for money. In the video, the man does 20 pushups, and Fabu-D gives him €20. People have called for the video to boycotted, while...

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12.45 18 Oct 2022

Comedian Fabu-D apologises for...

Comedian Fabu-D apologises for filming homeless man doing 'push-up' challenge for money

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A video online has sparked controversy after Comedian Fabu-D challenged a homeless man to complete the press up challenge for money. In the video, the man does 20 pushups, and Fabu-D gives him €20. People have called for the video to boycotted, while others have said it’s an overreaction.

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