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When you won’t let the meme die…
Billy McFarland, the mastermind behind the infamous Fyre Festival, seems hellbent on remaining one of the most hated men in the world. In a not-so-surprising turn of events, the disgraced businessman recently announced that not only is he planning Fyre Fest 2, but he’s also working on a Broadway musical called Fyre Fest 1.5. I guess when life gives you lemons, you create a disastrous music festival and turn it into a musical comedy.
Taking to TikTok to announce the forthcoming musical, McFarland optimistically added, “We have to do it right, guys. We have to make happen what was always a dream.” If by dream he means scamming people out of millions and creating an utter clusterfuck, we’d say you’ve made that dream happen pal. A broadway musical about it though is a whole new level of absurd (just imagine Broadway showtunes about soggy mattresses and gourmet cheese sandwiches).
It’s worth mentioning that McFarland, after swindling millions from investors and becoming a household name for all the wrong reasons, was released from prison early in March 2022. Now, he claims to be in talks with partners to pay back his restitution and make Fyre Fest 2 a reality. As for when Fyre Fest 2 is actually happening, the details are as elusive as McFarland’s integrity. No one has any clue when or where the event will take place.
@pyrtbillyTwo 🔥 updates: FYRE Festival is happening!!♬ original sound – Billy McFarland
Whether Fyre Fest 2 will be a colossal disaster or a surprising success remains to be seen. One thing is certain, though—Billy McFarland is the man who never gives up, even if that means turning his own mess into a musical extravaganza that barely anyone will want to watch. Let’s just hope that what little audience turns up doesn’t demand a refund after intermission. For now, check out McFarland’s full announcement of the musical above.
