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Sophia Urista Sparks Controversy with Onstage Urination

Singer-Songwriter Urinates on Fan at Rockville Concert

Background

Sophia Urista, lead singer of the band Brass Against, made headlines when she urinated on a fan onstage during a performance at Welcome to Rockville in 2021. The incident occurred during a cover of Rage Against the Machine's "Killing in the Name."

Reaction

The action drew mixed reactions. Some fans were shocked and disgusted, while others supported Urista's freedom of expression. Urista has since apologized for the incident, stating that she was "not in her right mind" and that it was "not part of the show."

Consequences

Brass Against removed Urista from the band following the incident. Welcome to Rockville also banned Urista from future performances.

Personal Life

Sophia Urista is married to Peloton instructor Jess King. They have welcomed two children together since their marriage in 2021.

Early Life and Career

Urista was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1985. She gained recognition as MC of New York City's immersive theater, The Box. Before forming Brass Against, Urista released solo music and acted in films such as "John Wick" and "Love Magical."

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