Comedian Dave Chappelle has sparked discussion after making a joke about artificial intelligence and critical thinking.

During a recent appearance, Chappelle joked that with the rise of AI, people no longer need to think critically, adding, “Thinking is for poor people.”

His comments quickly spread online, with many viewing them as satire, while others debated the message behind the joke. Some fans believed Chappelle was poking fun at society’s growing dependence on AI, while others took his words more seriously.

As with many of Chappelle’s performances, the remarks sparked mixed reactions. Supporters praised his style of comedy, while critics questioned the message of the joke.

The comments have added to the ongoing conversation about how AI is changing the way people work, learn, and solve problems.