Deshae Frost shocks fans by wearing whiteface and a red wig during viral Instagram livestream in the United States

A viral livestream from actor-turned-streamer Deshae Frost has set social media buzzing—and not entirely in a good way.

The former CBS S.W.A.T. star, known for his role as Daryl Henderson across 24 episodes, uploaded clips on Instagram Thursday night showing him in what many are calling a bizarre costume: his face and hands painted white, topped with a bright red wig.

Frost, who now has over 960,000 followers on his livestream platform, seemed unfazed by the attention.

In one video, he posed alongside friends, laughing and striking poses in the unusual makeup.

Uber Encounter Goes Viral

The livestream antics didn’t stop at Instagram clips. Frost appeared to have a run-in with reality when he tried to hail an Uber.

Footage shows him approaching a black SUV—only for it to dramatically drive off, leaving him standing in the middle of a gas station forecourt.

The scene quickly spread across social media on Friday, leaving fans scratching their heads.

Comments ranged from bemusement to frustration. One viewer wrote, “He tries to get more cancelled every day.

He’s overly cancelled.” Another added, “Deshae be doing the most random things.”

And one unimpressed fan simply said, “What are we doing out here, smh.”

Whiteface Controversy Isn’t New

Frost isn’t the first entertainer to court controversy with this kind of stunt.

In September, comedian Druski—real name Andrew Desbordes—donned whiteface and played the part of a caricatured white Southerner at NASCAR’s Southern 500 in South Carolina.

Druski mingled with attendees, speaking in an exaggerated southern accent while cheering drivers and sharing drinks.

In one sketchy moment, he spat on the ground when black racegoers passed by and made awkwardly patronizing comments, leaving some viewers unsettled.

Fans, however, were quick to praise the makeup artistry behind the transformation.

One comment read, “This is Tropic Thunder levels of race swap. How did he make it look so good?” Another added, “Ngl your makeup artist needs a raise.”

Mixed Reactions Highlight Social Media Tensions

Both Frost and Druski’s stunts have sparked broader debates online about comedy, identity, and the boundaries of social media performances.

While some admire the boldness or craftsmanship of the transformations, others question the intention and timing behind such controversial portrayals.

For Frost, Thursday’s livestream seems likely to continue the conversation—and perhaps the controversy—well into the weekend.