Dog The Bounty Hunter Racist Rant Apology

November 1st, 2007 by Castina

Tagged as: TV

Dog the Bounty Hunter star Duane “Dog” Chapman has issued a half-ass apology for making racist slurs in a taped telephone call to his son. Production on the hit A&E series was halted on Wednesday after the tape was made public in the National Enquirer. (Read More On That Here)

In the tape, Dog goes on a racist rant while on the phone with his son about his girlfriend, who is African-American. Here’s what was said:

I’m not taking a chance on some motherf-bleep- I don’t care if she’s a Mexican, a whore, whatever, it’s not cause she’s black it’s because we use the word nigger sometimes here. I’m not going to take a chance ever in life losing everything I worked for for 30 years cause some f-bleep- nigger heard us say nigger and turned us in to the Enquirer magazine. Our career is over. If Lise was dating a nigger we would all say f-bleep- you and you know that. If Lisa brought a black guy home yeah (unintelligible) and it’s not that they’re black it’s none of that, it’s that we use the word nigger we don’t mean you f-bleep-ing scum nigger without a soul, we don’t mean that shit, but America would think we mean that.

And here’s the sorry ass apology:

“My sincerest, heartfelt apologies go out to every person I have offended for my regrettable use of very inappropriate language. I am deeply disappointed in myself for speaking out of anger to my son and using such a hateful term in a private phone conversation. It was completely taken out of context. I was disappointed in his choice of a friend, not due to her race, but her character. However, I should have never used that term. I have the utmost respect and aloha for black people – who have already suffered so much due to racial discrimination and acts of hatred. I did not mean to add yet another slap in the face to an entire race of people who have brought so many gifts to this world. I am ashamed of myself and I pledge to do whatever I can to repair this damage I have caused.

“In Hawaii, we have something called Ho’oponopono, where people come together to resolve crises and restore peace and balance. I am meeting with my spiritual advisor, Rev. Tim Storey, and hope to meet with other black leaders so they can see who I really am and teach me the right thing to do to make things right, again.

“I know that all of my fans are deeply disappointed in me, as well, as I have tried to be a model for doing the right thing. I did not do the right thing this time, and hope you will forgive me. We learn from our mistakes, as my story of overcoming a life of crime has proven, and I will learn from this one for the rest of my life.”

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On November 1st 2007, Franny wrote:

Here we go again. Let’s just be real, obviously the n-word still holds the same value when said by a Caucasian person now as it did years before when persons of other races were more open with their racism. Contrary to popular belief, racism didn’t go away after the civil rights movement. Either way, if someone chooses to be racist, have racial bias against another race, or chooses to use racially charged comments, just keep them to yourself. You can’t change the way a person thinks, they have to do that themselves, and no offense, but meeting with black leaders to find out the “right thing to do” is pitiful. I think I would respect him more if he owned up to the fact that he may feel a particular way about a particular race. At least that way the truth would be out there.
On November 1st 2007, Harley wrote:

PITIFUL!!!! The fact that he made the comments was bad enough but to come back with some lame excuse for an apology in which he says ” he is deeply dissapointed in himself for speaking out in anger during a private conversation” that goes to show he isn’t sorry for the actbut he is just sorry he got caught, whether the conversation was private or broadcast on National television the fact still remains that those are his thoughts and feelings but atleast now the world knows. The fact that racism still exists is evident but there are some people who are better at hiding their racists views and feelings than others making it hard to know who feels what, but in time their true colors will coming shining through. Thanks Duane….
On November 1st 2007, Cathy wrote:

Duane - I am African American, and I am not offended by a private conversation you were having with your son. I feel that if African Americans can use this word in light manner without taking offense then why can’t others do the same? I for one do not use it nor do I allow my children to use the word, but let us all be real for a moment, we all use racial slurs. If this individuals character is what outraged you, then I have not a problem with it. I truly believe that you are not a racist, just someone that was caught in a bad moment. Non of us are perfect, I don’t feel that you owe an apology, but this is going to hurt you sad to say. If, we just start a little at a time to delete negative hurtful words from our vocabulary moments like this can and will be avoided. Again I am not offended, and hind sight is twenty-twenty in such times in our lives. I hope this blows over as quickly as it came about and we get back to the things that truly matter. And as far as your son is concerned, love has no color, I do hope that you can mend the fence with him and allow him to make a choice for himself as we learn from our mistakes and we prosper from many chances that we take, this is how we grow. May Jehovah continue to bless you and your family and please be careful about your choice of words, I really like you and your show, I can tell you have a heart, but I believe the words and anger was derived from being caught up in the riches of life that are material. In the end you can loose everything and replace them again in time, but family and true friends are irreplaceable.

A friend in Texas.
On November 1st 2007, Diabolical wrote:

Gee, Redneck Numero Uno Dog Chapman and his sloppy wife turn out to be racists?! Wow, this is the most shocking piece of news since Nathan Lane admitted he was gay. *sarc*

Gee, Dog, you claim that it was because of your son’s girlfriend’s “character” and not her race, but apparently you’re more comfortable with the idea that he dates another race or a character-rich whore than a black woman. Maybe if your son’s gf were a whore, you’d be more comfortable with her character. No? Sounds like it’s about race to me, then!

You and your redneck peers should lay off the half-assed excuse that you refer to people of low character as the n-word. What a load of crap. You deal with people of low character every single day but it sounds like the n-word got saved up for your son’s gf.

“Meeting with black leaders” won’t make you any less of a hypocrite. Just do the world a favor and go back to your trailer and QUIT BREEDING.

The one positive thing that came out of this incident is that it’s obvious that not all your kids think the same way you do. Good for them!
On November 1st 2007, Chriso wrote:

Why do “black leaders” always have to come to the aid of racist white people? Fucking get a clue and educate yourself and stop being so totally racist. You don’t need some powerful black people to waste their valuable time trying to fix your ass.

And can I just say, as a side note, that it’s kind of amusing to see all these people freaking out and calling him “white trash” or telling to “go back to your trailer.” So I guess racism is bad but classism is totally cool?
On November 1st 2007, Christy wrote:

To “An Uncle Tom in Texas”:

I believe your head is so far up your ass that you don’t even realize what color’s the grass. Because if you did, you wouldn’t be sitting on your ass smelling Dog’s shit and saying it smells okay. Don’t you know how our ancestors have been pushed around, fucked around, and made to believe that the color of their skin has caused his bullshit racism today?
You ought to be ashamed of yourself to look so foolish right now in the face. What are you teaching your kids? You know damn well he was being racist, and you’re going to sit your ass up here and take up space on the blog talking bullshit.

Maybe this is just ignorance on your part. Maybe you use the same spiritual advisor he does. But anyways, get a grip and become equipped because the next time it might be you that someone says it to.

Real Love.
On November 1st 2007, Mike Baller wrote:

I think out of respect for his son and all humanity he should have made a rational decision and stop the racial remarks, and welcome his son’s girlfriend into the family with open arms. It has been really painful these past few months reading about all the racisim that has been going on (Nooses, Jena 6, e.t.c.). DOG this quote is for you and I hope you learn from it “Let us not judge a person by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character”. I’m black and proud of it….and I love all people with all different kinds of heritages and cultures this is what you call diversity in this world. ACCEPT IT
On November 1st 2007, NightHunter wrote:

Sticks and stones may break your bones, but words will destroy your career!

I guess Dog Chapman isn’t entitled to have a bad day, get upset and say something stupid, or otherwise be a human being.

Hell, he’s had it so easy since Mexico tried to extradite him, he was thrown in prison, his daughter was killed, etc. etc.

But my question to his detractors is; how many of you people who are condeming him for his ill-thought words, have uttered the very same ones in private? In private as he thought he was doing. Imagine if you had been taped without your knowledge?

Let he who is without sin cast the first stone!

THINK ABOUT IT!
On November 1st 2007, Julie wrote:

If you came across Dog on the street do you think he is gonna hurt you cause you are black, I don’t think so, whats the scare from the word. Some people have picked up that word, could be they hung out with african americans at some point or picked it up from their redneck friends or family, we come from different walks of life, and once again some might not understand the power of the word, or know the power of the word, and uses it to expresses anger whether or not they understand what it means. The N word is a powerful word. I guess we all need to walk an pins and needles to make sure we don’t offend anyone. There are a lot of powerful words we should all avoid.
On November 1st 2007, Mizflame wrote:

To “REAL LOVE” (Real Hate is more like it!)
Don’t be such a racist ! To call someone an “Uncle Tom” makes you no better than a person who uses the N word. But I guess you feel that it is OK to use a racist term against someone you think is a self-hating black. You’re just as trashy as Dog!
On November 2nd 2007, Los Gringos wrote:

Totally uncalled for! This man reeks of venom and obviously believes he is above the law where ever he goes and obviously, views human beings as objects. The Mexicans should have kept him in the chihuahua cage. Senor, we no allow bounty hunting in Mejico.
On November 2nd 2007, Rebekka wrote:

I agree with HE WHO IS WITHOUT SIN… If each one of us was judged for our words, and/or our past, where would we end up, if our freedom, careers and families lives depended on it. How many times have we hurt those that we loved by using the ONE thing that is more powerful than ANY physical harm… WORDS!! Duane is HUMAN, and his SON should be ashamed for placing his father’s career and life on the line like that just because his father isn’t perfect… I wonder if Duane’s son is perfect, and has never said a word against another that has caused harm and pain!
What a hypocritical world we live in when we feel that WE have the right to judge others in ANY way, shape or form…
In Love and Light
Rebekka
On November 3rd 2007, Stern wrote:

I am really disapointed with this man who claims to be a christian. Indeed he has shown us who he truely is. This means that he can never work a black person and later on allow his children to associate with black people. I must commend Tucker for being a man of his own mind, free to associate with people of other races. I feel sorry for Chapmans other children [such as Lisa] who are not even allowed to bring a black friend home.
Really disappointed. Am black and really proud of it. I have absolutely nothing against other races.
On November 3rd 2007, gena wrote:

In life everything that is done or said has a consequence. No wrong deed goes unpunished and that is the case for ‘dog’ like it or not. He should have known better and he deserves whatever is coming his way.
On November 4th 2007, davidspates wrote:

That is messed up how Dog was going off like that with the n word. I put up a video showing how I feel about the whole thing. It has some extra footage of this bull…._and the story of how he became a bounty hunter. The video is called “ Dog Duane Chapman Bounty Hunter “N” Word - Talking With Dave #4”. It’s at
http://youtube.com/watch?v=4oC8OgFkd38
My videos are kind of…. Different.