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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Kevin E G Perry

Actress sparks backlash showing support for ‘legendary’ Kanye West

  • Chloe Bailey is facing online backlash for enthusiastically praising Kanye West's recent concert in Los Angeles, calling it "legendary" and "inspiring."
  • West's performance marks his first U.S. concerts since 2021, a period during which he made repeated antisemitic statements, described himself as a Nazi, and released controversial content.
  • Critics on social media condemned Bailey's support, drawing parallels to past criticism she received for collaborating with Chris Brown, who has a history of domestic violence.
  • Kanye West's upcoming headlining appearance at London's Wireless Festival in July has also drawn significant criticism from Jewish leaders and British politicians, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
  • Despite West recently issuing a public apology in The Wall Street Journal for his offensive remarks, Rabbi Herschel Gluck expressed deep concern, stating West's U.K. appearance is inappropriate given his unresolved antisemitic attitudes.

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