Kanye West has been dropped by his talent agency over his latest hate-filled remarks in the latest blow to his seemingly combusting career.
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In a statement on Instagram Stories, music agent Daniel McCartney of 33 & West immediately announced that he was no longer representing West, also known as Ye. This was “due to his harmful and hateful remarks” that neither McCartney nor the agency can stand for.
“Peace and love to all,” he said, per PEOPLE.
West caused quite a stir within the last week over his latest round of antisemitic remarks. He also posted adult content and even the selling of merchandise featuring Nazi Germany’s swastika symbol.
After being restricted over his latest postings, West decided to deactivate his X account. He then advertised a website selling T-shirts featuring swastikas. Shopify removed the website for violating its terms.
A former Jewish employee is also suing West after he allegedly berated and harassed her.
Kanye West hasn’t spoken publicly about how his antisemitic actions have impacted his career.
Former Def Jam Recordings CEO Lyor Cohen Issues Open Letter to Kanye West About His Recent Behavior
Lyor Cohen, who previously worked closely with Kanye West while he was CEO of Def Jam Recordings, issued an open letter to the rapper about his recent online antics.
“Dear Kanye,” Cohen started. “I am deeply disappointed and troubled by your recent actions involving the use of Nazi symbols and antisemitic rhetoric. Your words and actions are not only offensive but triggering to all decent people who recognize the horrors of the Holocaust and the suffering of millions.”
Cohen then stated that with antisemitism on the rise, the rapper’s voice and influence carry a significant responsibility. Cohen urged West to be more sensitive to the pain that his words inflicted on the Jewish communities.
“Your talent and reach could be used to heal and inspire, to bridge divides and promote understanding,” Cohen continued. “Instead, you’ve chosen a path that sows discord and perpetuates harmful stereotypes.”
“The Jewish and Black experiences share a rich history of collaboration and mutual support,” he then wrote. “Particularly in the music industry. From the early days of jazz and blues to the groundbreaking work of Motown and beyond, our communities have enriched each other through music and culture.”
Cohen urged West to reflect on the shared legacy of Jews and Blacks and to use his platform to build upon the love and understanding that have existed between the communities.