Mel Gibson issued an apology following backlash over his conduct at Fan Expo Canada, where he was captured on video apparently mimicking hand gestures while passing an American Sign Language interpreter during a stage appearance.
The incident occurred during a Q&A session focused on Gibson’s film career. Video footage circulated on social media showing Gibson making gestures as he emerged from behind a curtain and walked past the ASL interpreter who was present at the event.
Gibson addressed the controversy in a statement, attributing his behavior to the sudden nature of being pushed onto a stage. He characterized his actions as “spontaneous thoughtless idiocy” and stated there was no intentional malice involved, while extending an apology to anyone upset by the incident.
The episode drew critical reactions across social media platforms. Commenters expressed frustration about the mocking of sign language and criticism of Gibson’s conduct, with some noting disappointment in his behavior. The incident occurred as Gibson and Lionsgate prepare to release The Resurrection of Christ, a two-part film project with the first installment scheduled for release on May 6, 2027, and the second part planned for May 25, 2028.
The fan expo event ran through the weekend at the Metro Toronto Convention Center in Toronto, where other entertainment figures appeared. Alan Ritchson, star of the series Reacher, was documented shaking hands with the same ASL interpreter as he departed his session.
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