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The Wiggles have released a public statement after a TikTok involving the beloved children’s group and Keli Holiday — the solo project of Peking Duk’s Adam Hyde — was taken down amid complaints from parents.
The removed clip, first highlighted by News.com.au, featured Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and his nephew Dominic Field (known for portraying The Tree of Wisdom) dancing in the background while Holiday promoted his new song “Ecstasy,” which includes lyrics referencing the drug MDMA. Viewers quickly criticized the video, arguing that it created an uncomfortable overlap between children’s performers and adult-oriented themes.
The TikTok was posted shortly after Holiday joined The Wiggles onstage at the 2025 TikTok Awards on Nov. 26 for a performance of his track “Dancing2.” During the awards show, Anthony played bagpipes and Dominic performed his usual character dance alongside Holiday’s partner, Abbie Chatfield.
After the edited clip circulated online, The Wiggles responded through a spokesperson, telling The West Australian that the group does not endorse drug use and did not authorize the social media video.
“We understand that parents have expressed concern, and we want to address that,” the spokesperson said. “The Wiggles do not support or condone the use of drugs in any form. The video was not produced or approved by us, and we asked for it to be removed.”
The group clarified that Holiday is a longtime friend, but the music and context of the viral video were added after the TikTok Awards appearance. “Our performance at the event was family-friendly — what appeared on social media was edited independently and without our knowledge,” the statement said.
They closed by reaffirming their mission: “We value the trust families place in us and remain committed to creating safe, positive, educational experiences for children everywhere.”
Holiday recently released “Ecstasy,” which he has described as a spontaneous collaboration created with Golden Features, Belgian artist Romanie, and producer Konstantin Kersting.
SOURCE: Billboard