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Musician Denied US Entry After Trump Post
12 May
Summary
- Australian musician Keli Holiday was denied re-entry to the US.
- His North America tour was cut short due to the US border ban.
- His girlfriend apologized for a past critical post about Trump.
Australian musician Keli Holiday, also known as Adam Hyde from Peking Duk, has seen his North America tour significantly impacted. He was detained at the US border while attempting to re-enter the country for a scheduled performance in New York. Holiday reported having the necessary visa documentation, yet was still prohibited from entering.
This situation arose shortly after Holiday had performed several shows in the US and traveled to Toronto, Canada. Following the border incident, his partner, TV host Abbie Chatfield, issued an apology. She addressed a July 2025 social media post critical of Donald Trump, clarifying that Holiday had no knowledge of the post. The ban has resulted in the premature end of his tour.
It is unclear if Holiday will be able to re-enter the US for future performances or engagements. The incident highlights potential repercussions for online content, even when created by a partner, affecting international travel for artists. The apology from Chatfield suggests an attempt to mitigate the impact on Holiday's career and tour.
