Musician Adam Hyde, known professionally as Keli Holiday and partner of media personality Abbie Chatfield, has issued a detailed statement addressing a viral video from nearly a year ago. Hyde claims the video has been deliberately misrepresented, leading to him and his loved ones facing threats, harassment, and verbal abuse. He stated that the escalating situation has become a significant safety concern.
Hyde’s Statement on Viral Video and Harassment
In a lengthy Facebook post, Hyde, 35, explained his decision to speak out about the video, which resurfaced and gained traction online. He asserted that the clip, originally filmed in August of the previous year and circulating since September, has been edited and taken out of context. This misrepresentation, he argues, has fueled false accusations, including claims that he has wished death upon others or told people to harm themselves.
“For some time now I’ve been targeted by a deliberate weaponisation and misrepresentation of something I said almost a year ago that needs to be clarified,” Hyde wrote. “I’m addressing this now because since coming home from tour, people I love have been threatened, harassed and verbally abused in public and it’s now become a safety issue not only for me, but for those around me.”
He specifically refuted allegations of wishing harm on those who disagree with him, stating, “These are defamatory and entirely untrue claims against me.”
Context of the Viral Video
Hyde provided context for his original remarks, explaining they were a direct response to individuals alleged to be neo-Nazis who had reportedly attacked an Indigenous protest site known as Camp Sovereignty in Melbourne’s King’s Domain. He noted that this group was officially listed as a proscribed hate group by the Australian Government.
The musician clarified that his comments were not aimed at “everyday Australians” or those attending general anti-immigration demonstrations like the March For Australia. Instead, his strong language was directed at the specific group accused of violence at the protest camp.
“The video that has been circulating has been edited, recontextualized and is missing the pivotal context of who I’m actually addressing,” Hyde stated. “In reality, the context of my quote was in direct response to a group of people alleged to be neo-Nazis for the unprovoked attack on the Indigenous protest site Camp Sovereignty on August 31 2025. A group that was officially added to the proscribed hate group list by the Australian Government.”
Hyde acknowledged that his choice of words was not ideal. “The wording I chose was far from eloquent and reacting in such a manner is not conducive to anything positive. I take full accountability for that, however, I believe this is critical context as to what and who the comments were in regards to.”
Original Remarks and Public Reaction
Hyde shared his exact words from the original video: “There’s indigenous people that have been hurt after a bunch of f**king Nazi losers ran through a camp. How the f**k is that trying to ‘reclaim Australia’? I mean, you just all got f**king pea brains, tiny d*cks and dumb, numb skulls, you f**king idiots. Don’t procreate, just die, you don’t belong here, you racist f**ks. You’re all losers. Grow up.”
He concluded his statement by saying, “If you’re mad at me for being viscerally frustrated, heartbroken and disappointed that in Australia in 2025 there were groups of people reported to be neo-Nazis storming peaceful innocent protest camps and severely harming innocent Australians for no reason, then by all means be mad at me.”
The initial video, featuring both Hyde and Chatfield, drew significant criticism in September. In the clip, Chatfield, 31, referred to attendees of the protest as “f***ing losers” and introduced Hyde to address the situation further. Hyde’s original comments included telling those who crashed the rallies to “die” and that they “belong in jail.” He also described the group as “bigots and pieces of s***” and a “stain on this country.”
The controversy sparked a range of reactions on social media. Some users condemned the couple’s language, comparing their sentiments to those of the groups they were criticizing. Others, however, praised Chatfield and Hyde for speaking out, with some users expressing support, particularly those with Indigenous heritage.
Background of the Camp Sovereignty Incident
The incident occurred in August of the previous year when a group of approximately 20 to 30 men reportedly clashed with demonstrators at the Camp Sovereignty site. Reports indicated that the men verbally abused protesters and stomped on an Aboriginal flag. Thomas Sewell, identified as a member of the National Socialist Network, was reportedly present among the group that gatecrashed the camp.
Hyde’s statement aims to provide clarity and context amidst ongoing online commentary and the reported personal repercussions he and those close to him have faced.
