Yellowstone star alleges he was removed from flight for not wanting to sit next to masked traveler

Yellowstone Actor Forrie J. Smith Speaks Out About Flight Controversy

Forrie J. Smith, best known for his‍ role as Lloyd Pierce in the popular Western ⁢TV series “Yellowstone,” recently made ⁢headlines after alleging that he was removed from a ‍flight for refusing to ‍sit next to a passenger wearing a mask. The incident, which occurred in Houston, Texas, has sparked a debate about COVID-19 protocols and personal beliefs.

“I ​just got kicked off ‍a plane in … Houston, Texas, because I told them that I didn’t feel comfortable sitting next to somebody with a‌ mask on,”

In a video shared on his Instagram account, Smith expressed his frustration with the​ situation, emphasizing that his discomfort with wearing a mask ultimately led to⁢ his ejection from the flight. Despite admitting ⁤to​ having a ⁤few drinks while waiting at the airport, Smith clarified that he was not intoxicated.

The airline allegedly attributed Smith’s removal to⁢ his purported intoxication,​ a claim that Smith ⁣vehemently denied.

“They [threw] me off the plane ’cause I’m drunk because you people⁣ won’t stand up and tell everybody what bulls*** this is,”

Smith’s outspoken stance ‍on COVID-19 and vaccination was also scrutinized, with reports indicating that he missed the​ Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2022 due to his vaccination status.

Smith’s Controversial Views on COVID-19 and Vaccination

During the height of the pandemic, Smith has⁢ been vocal ⁣about his skepticism towards COVID-19 ‍measures and vaccinations. ⁣In a statement, he made his stance clear:

“I’m not vaccinated, I ⁤will not get vaccinated. I believe they compromise your immunities. … It’s no offense to anyone. It’s just my beliefs.‌ I just don’t believe in that stuff.”

Smith’s refusal to adhere to mainstream health recommendations has‌ drawn‌ both ⁣criticism and support from different quarters, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding individual rights, public ‍health, and personal responsibility in the face of‍ a ‍global health crisis.

As⁣ the controversy around Smith’s⁢ recent ⁤airline incident continues⁤ to unfold, it underscores the complexities and​ tensions that arise ⁤when ⁢personal beliefs ‌clash with public health guidelines.

Stay tuned for updates ​on this developing story.