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Kanye West’s Former Employee Details Alleged “Antisemitic Tirades” Involving Kim Kardashian

November 16, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Recently, Kanye West was hit with yet another lawsuit from a former Yeezy employee, Murphy Aficionado. He accuses the Chicago artist of discrimination, creating a hostile work environment, wrongful termination, failure to pay wages, and labor code violations. Aficionado also claimed that Ye’s alleged “antisemitic tirades” were a “daily occurrence,” according to Rolling Stone. Moreover, he said that these alleged tirades often involved the Kardashians.

“The Jews are out to get me. They froze my bank account. The Jews got Kim [Kardashian] and my kids. The Jews convinced Kim [Kardashian]. She has Jewish masters,” he recalled Ye allegedly saying at one point in the suit. “Ye’s antisemitic tirades and conspiracies were a daily occurrence. Often, these outbursts involved how Jews controlled the Kardashians. Other times, Ye recounted how Jews were going after him and his money.”

Kanye West Sued By Another Former Employee For Alleged Discrimination, Hostile Work Environment, And More

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These are far from the only allegations in Aficionado’s lawsuit, however. He also accuses Ye of inappropriate conduct with his wife Bianca Censori in the workplace, according to TMZ. Allegedly, the performer told him to meet him at a Beverly Hills hotel room back in 2022. When he arrived, Aficionado claimed that it was apparent Ye and Censori had been having sex, as she was allegedly topless and his pants were unbuttoned.

He says he was instructed to stay put while Ye went to the room Censori was in, and proceeded to hear “loud moaning and clapping.” Allegedly, he came out a few minutes later wearing a t-shirt with a swastika on it and showed him nude photos of Kim Kardashian. At the time of writing, Ye has yet to publicly address the lawsuit.

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Kanye West And Adidas Have Reportedly Reached An Out-Of-Court Settlement, Following Their Rocky Partnership Split

October 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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The tumultuous two-year long battle between Kanye West (Ye) and Adidas has apparently come to an end.

Back in October 2022, the sporting company split business ties with Ye following antisemitic remarks made by the “Can’t Tell Me Nothing” rapper. Today (October 29), the two have wrapped up their legal fight. According to Bloomberg, Ye and Adidas reached an out-of-court settlement.

During a conference call, Adidas’ CEO Bjørn Gulden shared a statement regarding their mutual resolve. “There isn’t any more open issues,” he said. “No one owes anybody anything anymore. So whatever was is history.”

Gulden’s comments about financial payout raised questions among patrons. But Page Six claims Gulden clarified that by saying: “There isn’t any more open issues, and there is no money going [out] either way, and we both move on.”

This is shocking revelations considering the damning financial blowback from their split. At the height of their professional departure it was reported that Adidas was projected to lose over $1 billion in sales. The company also suppsoedly had to recall and store $1 billion worth of Yeezy items while they decided what to do moving forward. Eventually, Adidas came to an agreement to sell the remaining inventory, which quickly cleared half of the pieces off of shelves.

Gulden closed by saying: “There were tensions on many issues, and… when you put the claims on the right side, and you put the claims on the left side, both parties said we don’t need to fight anymore and withdrew all the claims.”

Kanye West Considered Changing His Name To A Swastika

August 22, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West is certainly no stranger to controversy, and apparently, he considered fueling even more back in 2022. For those who don’t recall, this was the same year that Ye vowed to go “death con 3 on JEWISH PEOPLE” in a wild and offensive Tweet. He’s since claimed that he can’t be antisemitic because he’s Black. Either way, this bizarre behavior cost him a sizable chunk of his fanbase.

According to white supremacist Nick Fuentes, Ye once pondered the idea of doubling down by changing his name to a swastika. In a clip, he elaborates on the performer’s plan, claiming that he was set on it being the actual symbol instead of the word. This way, the media would have to use a swastika anytime they talked about him, at least in theory. Fortunately, it appears as though Ye was only making a joke, albeit a questionable one.

Nick Fuentes Recalls Kanye West’s Bizarre Idea

If Ye was serious about his name change, on the other hand, most agree that it’s for the best that he didn’t go through with it. After all, he’s already dealt with serious consequences for his comments about the Jewish community. This, of course, would only take things to the next level. It’s to be noted that Fuentes’ claims should be taken with a grain of salt considering his own background.

As for what Ye’s been up to nowadays, he recently dropped his joint album with Ty Dolla Sign Vultures 2, which has received lackluster reviews. He’s also been accused of having an addiction to nitrous oxide. His former Chief of Staff Milo Yiannopoulos accuses his dentist of providing him with it. What do you think of Kanye West supposedly considering changing his name to a swastika in 2022? Are you surprised by this bizarre revelation or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Adidas Shareholders’ Class-Action Lawsuit Against The Brand Centered Around Kanye West Was Reportedly Dismissed

August 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West’s (Ye) business relationship with Adidas formally ended back in 2022. However, their split (due to antisemitic comments by Ye) continue to impact both entities.

For Adidas, the brand found itself in an intense legal battle with shareholder HRSA-ILA Funds. But their class-action lawsuit has supposedly come to an end. According to AllHipHop, on August 16, a judge dismissed the suit, stating that Adidas could not be held responsible for Ye’s comments.

“Certainly, that Ye allegedly engaged in such behavior while working with adidas is troubling,” said Judge Karin J. Immergut. “This Court does not condone what Ye allegedly did. But the question before this Court is not whether to admonish Ye or hold Adidas morally accountable for Ye’s conduct.”

In court documents, the entity accused Adidas of misleading investors through its fiscal year 2018-2021 risk disclosure comments in its annual statements; its diversity, equity and inclusion statements; and in the European Union’s Non-Financial Reporting Directive and the independent Global Reporting Initiative’s sustainability framework.

But Immergut argued that opposite. “This Court is faced with a precise legal question: has [HRSA-ILA Funds] sufficiently pleaded facts showing that Adidas misled investors and thereby committed federal securities fraud,” she said. “On the current record before this Court, the answer is no.”

HRSA-ILA Funds also claimed Adidas “was aware of the volatile potential of its partnership with Kanye West.” But proceeded anyway without alerting investors of “Ye’s increasingly erratic behavior,” which supposedly led to “artificially inflated stock prices”.

Contrarily, the judge made reference to a 2020 Business Partner Risk disclosure shared with investors that acknowledged potential fallout from unethical behavior by business partners such as Ye. Within the document, measures to “manage such risks” by way of contract clauses (to suspend or terminate partnerships) were clearly outlined.

Although this is a major victory for the brand, reports of the revenue loss and heaps of unsold merchandisee will surely make it difficult for anyone to celebrate. On the other hand, Ye has seemed to reposition himself. At the 2024 Super Bowl, Ye secured a commercial slot to advertise the Yeezy brand on what appeared to be a website operated by his team.

Kanye West Divulges On Falling Out With Pusha T

April 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West’s recent interview with Justin LaBoy on his The Download podcast did a whole lot more than add another solider to the Drake coup d’état taking over hip-hop right now. Moreover, it also saw him open up about a lot of industry relationships, past claims and beefs, and what the future might hold. One particularly interesting part was when Ye reflected on his relationship with Pusha T, former G.O.O.D. Music president and frequent collaborator. The two seemed to fall out following Push’s comments on his former partner’s antisemitic and right-wing ties and behavior, but the Yeezy mogul also suggested that they aren’t completely disconnected right now.

“I just spoke with Pusha the other day,” Kanye West remarked. “It was good to talk to him. It was the first time talking to him in a couple months. We made good music together. I thought that somehow because I made beats and made music for somebody that when I couldn’t see my children, these people would use their platform. ‘Cause I used my platform on their behalf. Now I realize no one owes me anything… If you depend on somebody who is not giving you what you need, you’re the one that’s in the wrong.”

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Meanwhile, this is what Pusha T had to say to XXL about Kanye West’s worrisome behavior and affiliations in late 2022, which he expressed in tandem with his departure from G.O.O.D. Music. “It’s beyond that and it’s nothing to tap dance around,” he posited. “It’s wrong. Period. But to me, it’s just me and him having a difference of opinion yet again. ’Cause we done had this for years. He’s not speaking to me now. If you ain’t with it, you ain’t down. And I ain’t with it. I’m not budging on that. I’m not with it.

“I heard about this new stuff,” the Clipse MC shared, possibly alluding to Ye’s appearances on right-wing-adjacent media like InfoWars or Fox News. “I don’t know. It’s something that just sort of tells me he’s not well, at the same time. I will say that. It’s going to places where it’s no way to move around it. Remember, I’m the one that said the MAGA hat is the new Klu Klux Klan hood while he’s making my album. He beefing with Obama. I met Obama. But it’s the same thing with him and the Drake thing. I’m going through this and that, he’s doing shows [with him].” This also follows news of allegedly leaked text messages between them that surfaced online earlier this year, although those are unconfirmed. Regardless, check back in with HNHH for the latest news and more updates on Kanye West and Pusha T.

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Fans Call Out Publication For Mistaking Skepta For Wiley In Antisemitism Article

February 26, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Wiley has lost his Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire honor amid the fallout from his past antisemitic comments. After a lengthy investigation into remarks he made in 2020, the Cabinet Office confirmed on Friday that they stripped the rapper of his award. Deadline has since come under fire for mistakenly using a picture of Skepta in its article covering the story.

“Anti-Semites like Wiley must understand that we will work tirelessly to hold them to account,” said Stephen Silverman, director of investigations for the Campaign Against Anti-Semitism, in a statement to the BBC. “For four years, we have worked to ensure that Wiley faces ruinous consequences for his unhinged anti-Semitic tirade, for which he has shown no remorse. Today’s decision is a vindication of that effort.”

Wiley Performs At Wireless Festival

LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 06: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Wiley performs on the main stage on Day 1 of Wireless Festival. 2018 at Finsbury Park on July 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Tabatha Fireman/Getty Images)

While Deadline quickly deleted its post featuring Skepta for the story, many fans took note on social media. “Sigh. This is Skepta not Wiley,” one user on Twitter wrote. “One of the biggest racist tropes out there is that Black people look alike.” Check out Deadline’s error below.

Deadline Mistakes Skepta For Wiley

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— Lorraine King (@lorrainemking) February 24, 2024

As for Wiley’s controversial comments, he wrote on Twitter back in 2020: “Ther are 2 sets of people who nobody has really wanted to challenge #Jewish & #KKK,” he wrote. “But being in business for 20 years you start to understand why … Red Necks Are the KKK and Jewish People are the Law…Work that out. Jewish people don’t care what black went through they just use us to make money to feed their kids… for generations as well.” In further posts, he dragged Drake into the rant. Be on the lookout for further updates on Wiley on HotNewHipHop.

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Kanye West Named As Antisemitic Influence In Columbia University Discrimination Lawsuit

February 23, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Debates about inclusivity, specifically fighting antisemitism have been hitting some of America’s highest-rated educational institutions. One of which is Columbia University, which is facing a new lawsuit alleging it failed to effectively fight antisemitism on campus. Students Against Antisemitism, StandWithUs Center For Legal Justice, and numerous Jewish and Israeli students are teaming up to bring the lawsuit against the university. The lawsuit collects a series of personal anecdotes meant to demonstrate that the school has perpetually failed to fight the rising tide of antisemitism on campus.

Among those anecdotes are references to Kanye West. The rapper famously spent the past two years making public appearances where he spread antisemitic conspiracy theories and even openly embraced racist ideologies. The lawsuit cites a specific moment where students on campus were discussing some of the theories he was spreading. They even allegedly shared an image of racist symbology originally shared by West. Check out some more details from the new lawsuit below.

Kanye West Named In Antisemitism Lawsuit

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— allhiphopcom (@allhiphopcom) February 23, 2024

Following his string of antisemitic comments, West was widely condemned. The move hurt many of his business ventures as numerous large companies like Adidas cut ties with the rapper. The controversy surrounding him has continued nearly nonstop ever since. While spending time in Europe he found himself in trouble numerous times alongside girlfriend Bianca Censori. And late last year he returned to Los Angeles and announced his new album VULTURES.

VULTURES eventually came out earlier this month and was slammed by critics. Many cited the unfinished sound of the record and numerous controversial lyrics throughout as reasons to avoid the project. Despite that, enough fans ended up tuning in for the album to hit number one on the Billboard 200. West is currently back in Europe for a pair of listening parties for the newly released album. What do you think of Kanye West being included in an antisemitism lawsuit filed against Columbia University? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Benzino Channels Kanye West With Conspiracy-Filled “Drink Champs” Rant

February 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Benzino went on an antisemitic rant during his viral appearance on Drink Champs, earlier this week. While he’s been making headlines for his emotional meltdown about feuding with Eminem and his daughter, Coi Leray, he’s now facing backlash for spreading conspiracy theories.

“Let’s build each other,” he said. “Let me tell you about the Jews that Kanye [West] talked about. The Jews were the slaves and they came together and they bought within each other, and now look at them. Media, banking, entertainment — they run sh*t. We can run sh*t, but we killing each other. All you young n****s, stop killing each other.”

Benzino Attends Celebrity Boxing Event

MIAMI, FL – OCTOBER 01: Benzino attends the Celebrity Boxing Weigh In at James L. Knight Center on October 1, 2021 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Johnny Louis/Getty Images)

Later in the interview, he expanded: “If we love us and did what the Jews did — see how the Jews control banking, media, entertainment; they’re in Beverly Hills, Miami — we could do the same thing, but the problem with us is we’re killing each other.” The comments echo those of Kanye West, who ranted about Jared Kushner during his controversial appearance on the show back in 2022. At the time, Ye argued that “Kushner is an example of how the Jewish people have their hand on every single business that controls the world.” Accusing Jews of controlling “banking, media, entertainment” and more is a common antisemitic troupe, according to the Anti-Defamation League, as well as many other organizations.

Benzino Speaks With “Drink Champs”

In addition to his antisemitic comments, he also attempted to put his feud with Eminem to rest. Breaking into tears, he explained how it’s affected his relationship with his daughter and her career in the entertainment industry. Benzino also dissed Shannon Sharpe while responding to fans’ jokes about his nose. Check out his full appearance on Drink Champs above. Be on the lookout for further updates on Benzino on HotNewHipHop.

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Kanye West Makes Questionable Reference To The Jewish Community On First Track Of “Vultures 1”

February 10, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Discourse seekers only needed to look as far as the first track of Vultures 1 to find some questionable content. On “Stars”, Kanye West makes an eyebrow-raising reference to the Jewish community. “I’ma come through and just black out/ Just black out/ Keep a few Jews on the staff now/ I cash out,” Kanye raps. While not as egregious as a previously heard line about not being anti-Semitic because he had sex with a Jewish woman, the line is likely to incense certain parts of the internet.

Furthermore, it comes less than two months after Kanye apologized to the Jewish community, in Hebrew, for his past antisemitism. “I sincerely apologize to the Jewish community for any unintended outburst caused by my words or actions. It was not my intention to hurt or demean, and I deeply regret any pain I may have caused. I am committed to starting with myself and learning from this experience to ensure greater sensitivity and understanding more in the future. Your forgiveness is important to me, and I am committed to making amends and promoting unity,” Kanye wrote on social media.

Quavo Was Removed From Kanye West’s “Fuk Sumn” And Fans Aren’t Happy

However, a questionable line about the Jewish community isn’t the only thing about Vultures 1 drawing ire. Reports have emerged indicating that Quavo had a verse removed from “Fuk Sumn” on Vultures 1 and fans are not happy. “Quavo verse >Travis verse aside. Ty has NO aura. The aura coming off of quavo is insane next to weak a– retwist needing a– Ty,” one fan wrote. “I haven’t seen the TL defend quavo like this lol. Seems like Kanye really messed up with removing him on ‘FUCK SUM’,” added another. “Kanye robbed quavo by taking him off fuk sumn. I don’t give a single f-ck about carti, travis or even kanye’s verse on here, quavo was carrying the song bro SHYYYYT,” a third noted.

Quavo still appears on the album, featuring on the track “Paperwork”. However, people really wanted to hear him on “Fuk Sumn”, which instead features Playboi Carti and Travis Scott. How do you feel about “Fuk Sumn”? Let us know in the comments.

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Kanye West Was Spotted Wearing A T-Shirt Of An Alleged Neo-Nazi Musician, Months After His Antisemitism Apology

January 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

During a recent interview, Kid Cudi raved about the feud-ending apology he received from Kanye West. However, it seems that not all of Ye’s apologies are made equal.

In 2022, the “Through The Wire” rapper found himself in a storm of controversy following a string of insensitive remarks made toward the Jewish community. The comments continued during West’s sit-down with former Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson. The public backlash grew increasingly difficult to manage when West doubled down on his stance. However, in December 2023, West seemingly had time to reflect on his statement and decided to issue an apology. But it appears West has had a change of heart.

While hanging out with fellow musician Jpegmafia, West was photographed wearing a t-shirt of alleged neo-nazi heavy metal musician Kristian Varg Vikernes. As the pair posed for the flick, captioned: “Can’t talk right now. Doing hot girl sh*t,” users flooded Jpegmafia’s comment section to call out his rumored collaborator’s wardrobe choice.

West isn’t the only rapper to face a heap of blowback due to their clothing. Last year, fans called out Doja Cat for wearing merchandise of alleged ne0-Nazi Sam Hyde. Shortly after, Doja Cat released a public apology, though many believe the statement was insincere.

As of January 21, West has not addressed the matter.