An Australian singer has broken his silence after he was accused of making a comment about his wife while performing at the MotoGP at Phillip Island on Saturday.Louie Lee Feltrin, who performs in a Robbie Williams tribute act across the country, allegedly told the crowd: ‘I’d kill my wife if I could’ while playing to hundreds of fans.Femicide Watch reporter Sherele Moody alleged Feltrin made the remark during the performance.Feltrin has denied wrongdoing, insisting his comments were taken out of context.On Sunday night, the performer shared a lengthy statement on social media in which he strongly rejected the allegations and said his remarks had been misrepresented.’An individual made a public statement online after my show on Saturday night, containing claims that I categorically dispute as inaccurate, misleading, and a misrepresentation of what was actually said,’ Feltrin began. Louie Lee Feltrin, who performs in a Robbie Williams tribute act across the country, allegedly told the crowd: ‘I’d kill my wife if I could’ while playing to hundreds of fans at the MotoGP at Phillip Island on Saturday’I am extremely concerned that these allegations have been publicly communicated and presented as fact without proper verification or supporting evidence.’Feltrin said the comments were intended as ‘jokes’ and ‘stage banter’ and had been taken ‘entirely out of context’.’As a family man, I take this matter very seriously. A joke was made about my proposal to my wife on the beach at Phillip Island, and my stage banter has been taken entirely out of context,’ he wrote.’I am deeply saddened that my words have been interpreted in a way that suggests I would ever wish to harm my wife.’I want to be absolutely clear: I do not condone violence against women in any form. As someone whose life is guided by the teachings of Christ, I believe in love, respect and treating others with dignity.’I also recognise that words spoken on stage can be interpreted differently from how they were intended. Regardless of my intention, I understand that my comments have upset people, and I take that seriously.’My son was on stage with me playing drums, and what should have been a wonderful occasion has now become an incredibly difficult experience for my family.’Feltrin said he would reflect on how his words were perceived and make changes to ensure future stage banter could not be misunderstood. Feltrin has denied wrongdoing, insisting his comments were taken out of context ‘I will reflect carefully on my stage banter and make changes to ensure that my words cannot be misunderstood in this way again. I want everyone who attends my shows to feel welcome, respected and safe,’ he wrote.’I have heard the concerns being raised. I will learn from this experience. I want to move forward with greater care, understanding and respect for everyone.’I am utterly devastated that anyone would presume I would say, or even hint at, wanting to hurt my wife.’After 30 years of marriage, the thought that anyone could believe I would want to harm the woman I love is deeply distressing to me and my family.’Daily Mail has approached Feltrin for further comment.Moody first raised the allegations in an Instagram post on Sunday, criticising the reported remarks amid ongoing concerns about domestic violence and violence against women in Australia.’Louie Lee Feltrin yelled “I’d kill my wife if [I] could” during the MotoGP concert on Phillip Island last night,’ she wrote.It remains unclear whether video footage of the performance exists or whether event organisers intend to review the alleged remarks. On Sunday night, the performer shared a lengthy statement on social media in which he strongly rejected the allegations and said his remarks had been misrepresented At this stage, no action has been announced by MotoGP organisers.Earlier on Sunday, Feltrin shared a separate post thanking fans who attended the rain-soaked event.’What can i say but “thank you thank you and thank you” Phillip Island for one of the most amazing experiences ever!!He went on to describe Phillip Island as a special place for his family, revealing it was where he proposed to his wife Sandra and spent holidays with his loved ones.’I love Phillip Island, it’s the place I would go to just get away, the place I proposed to my Sandra, the place I took my family for holidays and now is the place that allowed me the privilege to be a part of the last MotoGP. Thank you,’ he added.’What a community the MotoGP people are, what amazing and beautiful locals, what an island!!! God bless.’
Robbie Williams tribute performer breaks silence after alleged MotoGP ‘kill my wife’ comment sparks outrage
An Australian singer has broken his silence after he was accused of making a comment about his wife while performing at the MotoGP at Phillip Island on Saturday.Louie Lee Feltrin, who performs in a Robbie Williams tribute act across the country, allegedly told the crowd: ‘I’d kill my wife if I could’ while playing to hundreds of fans.Femicide Watch reporter Sherele Moody alleged Feltrin made the remark during the performance.Feltrin has denied wrongdoing, insisting his comments were taken out of context.On Sunday night, the performer shared a lengthy statement on social media in which he strongly rejected the allegations and said his remarks had been misrepresented.’An individual made a public statement online after my show on Saturday night, containing claims that I categorically dispute as inaccurate, misleading, and a misrepresentation of what was actually said,’ Feltrin began. Louie Lee Feltrin, who performs in a Robbie Williams tribute act across the country, allegedly told the crowd: ‘I’d kill my wife if I could’ while playing to hundreds of fans at the MotoGP at Phillip Island on Saturday’I am extremely concerned that these allegations have been publicly communicated and presented as fact without proper verification or supporting evidence.’Feltrin said the comments were intended as ‘jokes’ and ‘stage banter’ and had been taken ‘entirely out of context’.’As a family man, I take this matter very seriously. A joke was made about my proposal to my wife on the beach at Phillip Island, and my stage banter has been taken entirely out of context,’ he wrote.’I am deeply saddened that my words have been interpreted in a way that suggests I would ever wish to harm my wife.’I want to be absolutely clear: I do not condone violence against women in any form. As someone whose life is guided by the teachings of Christ, I believe in love, respect and treating others with dignity.’I also recognise that words spoken on stage can be interpreted differently from how they were intended. Regardless of my intention, I understand that my comments have upset people, and I take that seriously.’My son was on stage with me playing drums, and what should have been a wonderful occasion has now become an incredibly difficult experience for my family.’Feltrin said he would reflect on how his words were perceived and make changes to ensure future stage banter could not be misunderstood. Feltrin has denied wrongdoing, insisting his comments were taken out of context ‘I will reflect carefully on my stage banter and make changes to ensure that my words cannot be misunderstood in this way again. I want everyone who attends my shows to feel welcome, respected and safe,’ he wrote.’I have heard the concerns being raised. I will learn from this experience. I want to move forward with greater care, understanding and respect for everyone.’I am utterly devastated that anyone would presume I would say, or even hint at, wanting to hurt my wife.’After 30 years of marriage, the thought that anyone could believe I would want to harm the woman I love is deeply distressing to me and my family.’Daily Mail has approached Feltrin for further comment.Moody first raised the allegations in an Instagram post on Sunday, criticising the reported remarks amid ongoing concerns about domestic violence and violence against women in Australia.’Louie Lee Feltrin yelled “I’d kill my wife if [I] could” during the MotoGP concert on Phillip Island last night,’ she wrote.It remains unclear whether video footage of the performance exists or whether event organisers intend to review the alleged remarks. On Sunday night, the performer shared a lengthy statement on social media in which he strongly rejected the allegations and said his remarks had been misrepresented At this stage, no action has been announced by MotoGP organisers.Earlier on Sunday, Feltrin shared a separate post thanking fans who attended the rain-soaked event.’What can i say but “thank you thank you and thank you” Phillip Island for one of the most amazing experiences ever!!He went on to describe Phillip Island as a special place for his family, revealing it was where he proposed to his wife Sandra and spent holidays with his loved ones.’I love Phillip Island, it’s the place I would go to just get away, the place I proposed to my Sandra, the place I took my family for holidays and now is the place that allowed me the privilege to be a part of the last MotoGP. Thank you,’ he added.’What a community the MotoGP people are, what amazing and beautiful locals, what an island!!! God bless.’