Darren Criss Apologizes to Caitlyn Jenner for ‘Hedwig’ Wisecrack

“I do realize the severity of the comment and the weight that words can carry,” former “Glee” star says following outcry

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Darren Criss took some time out from singing this week to issue an apology, after offending at least one theatergoer with a wisecrack about Caitlyn Jenner.

Former “Glee” star Criss, who’s currently winding up his starring run in the Broadway production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, issued an apology to former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner, who announced that she’s transitioning into a woman earlier this year.

“I want to sincerely apologize to Caitlyn Jenner, all transgender people, and anyone who was offended for my words on stage during Tuesday evening’s performance,” Criss wrote in a Facebook post late Thursday. “In no way do the remarks reflect my personal belief system or my support for transgender people.

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