Frank Carter, lead singer of the Sex Pistols, confronted a male concertgoer during a performance at the Ogden Theatre in Denver, Colorado, on October 10, 2026, after he entered a designated women-only mosh pit. Carter instructed the man to leave the area, stating, "just f–king leave."
The incident occurred before the band played their song "No Feelings." In a video captured by fans, Carter expressed frustration about men entering spaces intended for women, saying, "Every time, there’s always a f–king man that tells me, ‘(Women) can do this all the f–king time.’ Like, they can’t. They f–king can’t." He elaborated on the dangers women face in mosh pits, emphasizing that they often get hurt.
When the man appeared to disagree, Carter responded, "You’re shaking your head like you’re a f—king woman? Are you f–king stupid? It’s not your lived experience, so just shut the f–k up!" He continued to advocate for the women-only space, stating, "How is it so difficult for you to see space made for women at a Sex Pistols gig? Did you decide? No!"
Carter eventually called for security to remove the man from the venue, suggesting they could discuss the matter outside after the concert. Following the event, Carter took to Instagram to address the situation, stating, "If you are a man who gets offended by a band making room for a female only moshpit then you are PART OF THE PROBLEM." He also expressed that the designated area was inclusive of the transgender community, aiming to provide a safe environment for those who typically feel vulnerable.
Carter shared a message from the father of the male concertgoer, who apologized for his son's behavior and expressed disappointment in his actions. The father noted that he did not realize his son was involved until after the concert and reflected on the positive experiences of the women at the show.
This incident took place during the Sex Pistols' North American tour, celebrating the 50th anniversary of their 1977 album, "Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols." Carter joined the band in 2024, replacing original frontman John Lydon, who did not participate in the reunion due to a legal dispute.