“Weird Al” Yankovic says he turned down a lucrative offer to perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia. According to multiple outlets, the offer was worth at least seven figures, with figures reported at more than $1 million. Yankovic explains that, at his current stage in his career, he is willing to decline opportunities that do not align with his comfort level. He characterizes the decision as refusing compensation if it “makes me feel icky,” rather than providing a detailed account of any specific issue related to the festival. The comments come after earlier headlines this month involving Yankovic backing out of an advertisement for an AI software product, which also drew attention to his views on taking part in deals he does not endorse. The outlets report that Yankovic’s decision regarding the Saudi performance was framed as a matter of personal principle and comfort, with no additional details about contractual terms or the organizer’s response included in the coverage.