R&B star Mario found himself in a disturbing situation after a fan crossed the line during one of his recent shows.
The singer was performing at the Masonic Jack White Theatre in Detroit on Saturday, Nov. 22, when a concertgoer inappropriately touched him on stage.
According to video footage shared by The Shade Room, the 39-year-old artist was serenading the crowd in a black leather vest and gray leather pants when a fan with a diamond ring reached out and slid their hand over his crotch.
The shocking moment quickly went viral, sparking concern and conversation across social media.
Mario reacted immediately and briefly scolded the fan, leaning down to express his disapproval before continuing with his performance.
Despite the uncomfortable encounter, the “Let Me Love You” hitmaker chose not to stop the show, maintaining professionalism and finishing the song. His camp has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident.
This is not the first time the R&B singer has faced an unexpected disruption during a live performance in recent months.
Back on Oct. 11, during a show at the Big Fresno Fair, Mario abruptly stopped singing his 2002 classic “Braid My Hair” after noticing a cameraman—later identified as Ryan Hudgins—walking too close behind him on stage.
Feeling thrown off and concerned about tripping over equipment, Mario reacted strongly and told the cameraman to leave the stage.
The moment stirred controversy, prompting Mario to issue a lengthy apology on Instagram Stories.
He explained that he had not been informed that any cameraman would be filming his set and admitted that the unexpected presence startled him.
Mario acknowledged that he reacted out of frustration and took full accountability, describing himself as someone who can go “0 to 100” in stressful situations.
He also apologized directly to Hudgins, even inviting him to work with him again on his upcoming “Nothing But Us” tour.
Hudgins later addressed the moment with grace, sharing that while the night took an unexpected turn, he appreciated the professionalism of fellow performer Lloyd, who treated him with kindness.
Despite the tense interaction, Hudgins expressed no hard feelings and praised the positive exchanges that followed.
Mario’s recent experiences highlight the unpredictable nature of live shows and the challenges performers face in maintaining professionalism amid sudden disruptions.
Fans continue to rally behind the R&B star, commending his transparency and his willingness to hold himself accountable while still delivering high-quality performances.
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