Serial Stage Invader Booted from Lady Gaga’s Brisbane Gig
A notorious Australian prankster, previously jailed for storming Ariana Grande’s stage, was ejected from Lady Gaga’s Brisbane concert after a failed attempt to disguise himself. Security acted swiftly as the crowd looked on.
Australian concertgoers witnessed a familiar face being shown the door at Lady Gaga’s recent show in Brisbane. Johnson Wen, a 26-year-old from Australia, found himself escorted out of SunCorp Stadium before the pop icon even hit the stage. Wen, who’s become something of a serial stage invader, had only just returned to Australia after serving a short stint in a Singaporean jail for causing a scene at the Wicked: For Good premiere.
History of Disruptions
Wen’s antics aren’t new to those who follow live music events. He’s built a reputation online for crashing high-profile gigs, including those of Katy Perry, The Weeknd, and The Chainsmokers. His most recent headline-grabbing moment came at the Singapore premiere, where he pleaded guilty to being a public nuisance. The court handed him a nine-day sentence and promptly sent him back home.
Not content to keep a low profile, Wen tried his luck at Lady Gaga’s much-anticipated Brisbane concert. This time, he attempted to blend in by donning a wig and sunglasses. Unfortunately for him, security staff were quick to spot the disguise and wasted no time in removing him from the venue. The crowd, clearly unimpressed by his reputation, cheered as he was led away.
Online Persona and Public Reaction
Known online as ‘Pyjamaman’, Wen has made a name for himself by pulling stunts at major events, including a notorious appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. His attempts to take the mickey out of big-name acts have earned him both notoriety and a fair bit of backlash from fans and organisers alike.
As he was being escorted out, punters in the stands didn’t hold back, giving him a proper send-off. Wen later took to Instagram to share his side of the story, writing:
“Got kicked out of Lady Gaga concert. The show doesn’t start till 8pm. The early fans were booing me.”
Legal Promises and Social Media Buzz
Back in Singapore, Wen had assured the judge he’d put an end to his disruptive behaviour. The judge, sceptical, asked if he was just paying lip service. Wen replied:
“Yes, I’m going to stop.”
Despite his promise, his latest attempt at mischief didn’t go unnoticed. Clips of his removal quickly made the rounds online, with one user exclaiming:
“YALL THEY GOT HIM!!!!!!!!!”
The incident has only added to Wen’s notoriety, with social media buzzing about his latest failed stunt.