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1 year ago

Adidas to start selling 'Yeezy' sneakers inventory

Plus, Kevin Blanco, a 20-year-old Florida man, is recovering from a shark attack while spearfishing.
1 year ago
Adidas to start selling 'Yeezy' sneakers inventory
1 year ago

2 former teachers sue Kanye West and Donda Academy, allege wrongful termination

Two former teachers at Ye's Donda Academy are suing the recording artist and entrepreneur and private school, alleging they were wrongfully terminated.
1 year ago
Former teachers sue Kanye West and Donda Academy, allege wrongful termination
1 year ago

Kanye West's Twitter account suspended for 'incitement to violence'

Kanye West has been suspended from Twitter after a post on his account appeared to show a swastika inside a Star of David only hours after he praised Hitler.
1 year ago
Kanye West's Twitter account suspended for 'incitement to violence'
1 year ago

Biden condemns antisemitism amid Ye Hitler comments

President Joe Biden made a statement condemning antisemitism after the rapper Ye's praise of Hitler and more antisemitic comments.
1 year ago
Biden condemns antisemitism amid Ye Hitler comments
1 year ago

Kanye West’s Twitter account suspended after antisemitic remarks

Kanye West’s Twitter account had recently been reinstated by the company's new owner, Elon Musk.
1 year ago
Kanye West’s Twitter account suspended after antisemitic remarks
1 year ago

Ye's antisemitic statements: The impact on Black, Jewish communities

ABC News correspondent Ashan Singh speaks with members of the Jewish communities and former collaborators of Ye about the rapper's antisemitic remarks and impact.
1 year ago
Black, Jewish communities impacted by Ye’s antisemitic statements
1 year ago

Adidas cuts profit guidance amid Kanye West fallout

Adidas ended its partnership with Kanye West last month over hateful speech.
1 year ago
Adidas gives update after Kanye West fallout
1 year ago

Antisemitic message referencing Kanye West displayed outside Florida v. Georgia football game

An antisemitic message referencing Kanye West appeared on an electronic video board at TIAA Bank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, on Saturday.
1 year ago
Antisemitic message referencing Kanye West displayed outside college football game
1 year ago

Officials condemn antisemitic messages in Florida

Antisemitic incidents increased 34% since 2020, with more than 2,700 cases of assault, harassment and vandalism in 2021.
1 year ago
Officials condemn antisemitic messages in Florida
1 year ago

Kanye West escorted out of Skechers offices in LA after 'unauthorized' visit, company says

Kanye West, who is now legally known as Ye, made an "unauthorized" visit to the Los Angeles offices of Skechers in the wake of a firestorm over his antisemitic remarks.
1 year ago
Kanye West escorted out of Skechers offices in LA after 'unauthorized' visit
2 years ago

Spotify won't remove Ye's music despite antisemitic remarks, says CEO

Spotify's CEO said Ye's music won't be removed from the streaming platform despite the rapper's antisemitic remarks.
2 years ago
Spotify CEO addresses Ye's antisemitic remarks: 'Just awful comments'
2 years ago

The cost to Adidas of cutting ties with Kanye West and Yeezy shoes

The move cost Adidas nearly $250 million in profits this year, the company said.
2 years ago
The cost to Adidas of cutting ties with Kanye West and Yeezy shoes
2 years ago

Ye's antisemitic comments spark outrage, fear

As corporations like Adidas drop their support of the hip-hop artist following his antisemitic rhetoric, Jewish groups say they are concerned his words could have widespread implications.
2 years ago
Ye's antisemitic comments spark outrage, fear
2 years ago

Adidas terminates business relationship with Ye

Adidas has terminated its business relationship with the rapper formerly known as Kayne West after the rapper made a series of antisemitic comments.
2 years ago
Adidas terminates business relationship with Ye
2 years ago

Adidas terminates relationship with Ye 'immediately' amid antisemitic comments

Outrage and pressure grew on Adidas to stop working with Ye following the rapper's antisemitic comments.
2 years ago
Adidas terminates relationship with Ye 'immediately' amid antisemitic comments
2 years ago

Authorities warn Ye’s anti-Semitic comments incite violence among extremists

This comes amid an alarming rise in anti-Semitism which reached an all-time high in 2021. ABC News Contributor Brad Garrett discusses how Ye’s actions may be a rallying cry for hate groups.
2 years ago
Authorities warn Ye’s anti-Semitic comments incite violence among extremists
2 years ago

Adidas terminates partnership with Ye amid antisemitic comments

The brand ended its relationship with the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, saying in a statement that the company "does not tolerate antisemitism and any other sort of hate speech."
2 years ago
Adidas terminates partnership with Ye amid antisemitic comments
2 years ago

Antisemitic protesters are condemned amid growing backlash to Ye remarks

Antisemitic protesters, some of whom draped a banner over an L.A. freeway over the weekend, are being condemned amid growing backlash to racist remarks by the rapper formerly known as Kanye West.
2 years ago
Antisemitic protesters are condemned amid growing backlash to Ye remarks
2 years ago

George Floyd's brother considers lawsuit over Kanye West comments

George Floyd's brother is considering suing Kanye West over comments suggesting his brother died from fentanyl use.
2 years ago
George Floyd’s family considers suing Kanye West over comments about his murder
2 years ago

Kanye West’s Twitter account locked after offensive tweet aimed at Jewish community

Kanye West, now known as Ye, is facing controversy again after Twitter locked his account over a tweet he wrote aimed at the Jewish community.
2 years ago
Kanye West’s Twitter account locked after tweet against Jewish people
2 years ago

Kanye West responds to 'White Lives Matter T-shirt backlash: 'THEY DO'

Kanye West took to Instagram to respond to the backlash he's received for the "White Lives Matter" T-shirts seen at his Yeezy Season 9 fashion show.
2 years ago
Kanye West responds to 'White Lives Matter' T-shirt backlash saying 'THEY DO'
2 years ago

Kanye West makes surprise runway appearance at Balenciaga's Paris Fashion Week show

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, made his runway debut and opened Balenciaga's summer 2023 show during Paris Fashion Week.
2 years ago
Kanye West makes surprise runway appearance at Balenciaga's Paris Fashion Week show
2 years ago

Kanye 'Ye' West opens up about parenting, faith and more

In a sit-down interview with ABC News' Linsey Davis, Ye talks about his family, career and the new Donda Academy.
2 years ago
Kanye 'Ye' West opens up about parenting, faith and more
2 years ago

Ye opens up about fatherhood, the Donda Academy, and his broken business deals

Ye sat down with ABC News' Linsey Davis to reflect on what it’s like to co-parent with Kim Kardashian, the fallout from his collaborations with Gap and Adidas, and his dreams for Yeezy.
2 years ago
Ye opens up about fatherhood, the Donda Academy, and his broken business deals
2 years ago

A Conversation With Ye | Linsey Davis Reporting

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, for a wide-ranging interview on his business empire, his mental health, his co-parenting relationship with ex-wife Kim Kardashian.
2 years ago
A Conversation With Ye | Linsey Davis Reporting
2 years ago

Ye apologizes to Kim Kardashian, opens up about co-parenting

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Ye about co-parenting with Kim Kardashian, business battles with Adidas and Gap, the impact of social media, and his political future.
2 years ago
Ye apologizes to Kim Kardashian, opens up about co-parenting
2 years ago

Ye opens up about co-parenting with Kim Kardashian, fatherhood, Donda Academy and more

The artist and designer opens up in an interview with "ABC News Live" anchor Linsey Davis about co-parenting with Kim Kardashian, his brand battles and more.
2 years ago
Ye apologizes to Kim Kardashian, opens up about co-parenting challenges and more
2 years ago

Ye apologizes to Kim Kardashian, opens up about co-parenting challenges

Ye sat down with ABC News' Linsey Davis to talk about co-parenting, fashion, social media, his political aspirations and more.
2 years ago
Ye apologizes to Kim Kardashian, opens up about co-parenting challenges
2 years ago

Ye speaks on battle with Gap, co-parenting in morning exclusive

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, spoke to ABC News' Linsey Davis about Kim Kardashian, fatherhood, social media, fashion, politics and the Donda Academy.
2 years ago
Ye speaks on battle with Gap, co-parenting in morning exclusive
2 years ago

Ye opens up in ABC News exclusive interview

Ye tells ABC News’ Linsey Davis that social media is like “driving a car”: “It’s all in how we use it.” Watch the full interview on “Good Morning America” Thursday.
2 years ago
Ye opens up in ABC News exclusive interview
2 years ago

Kanye West ends Yeezy partnership with Gap

Kanye West is ending his brand deal with Gap after two years.
2 years ago
Kanye West ends Yeezy partnership with Gap
2 years ago

North West rocks Kanye West's Pastelle jacket while in Paris

North West, the eldest daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, was seen wearing a vintage jacket that Kanye once wore for the 2008 American Music Awards.
2 years ago
North West rocks Kanye West's vintage Pastelle jacket while in Paris
2 years ago

Kanye West banned from performing at Grammys

The artist, who is now legally known as Ye, was barred from performing at next month’s event due to “concerning online behavior.”
2 years ago
Kanye West banned from performing at Grammys
2 years ago

Kanye West's 24-hour Instagram suspension ends

Meta suspended the rapper's account on Thursday after he posted a racial slur aimed at "The Daily Show" host, Trevor Noah.
2 years ago
Kanye West's 24-hour Instagram suspension ends
2 years ago

Kanye West to release 'Donda 2'

Megan Ryte reports on the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.
2 years ago
Kanye West to release 'Donda 2'
2 years ago

Kanye West announces February release for 'Donda 2'

After receiving multiple Grammy nominations for his latest album, "Donda," including album of the year, Kanye West is ready to drop "Donda 2."
2 years ago
Kanye West announces February release for 'Donda 2'
3 years ago

Kanye West files petition to legally change his name to Ye

Kanye West has filed paperwork to legally change his name to simply Ye, a nickname he has often gone by.
3 years ago
Kanye West files petition to legally change his name
3 years ago

Kanye West confirms new release date for his upcoming album 'Donda'

After failing to drop his "Donda" album on July 23, Kanye West has announced another release event set in Atlanta this Thursday.
3 years ago
Kanye West confirms new release date for his upcoming album 'Donda'
3 years ago

Kanye West sells out Atlanta stadium to showcase his new album, 'Donda'

"Donda" is Kanye's 10th studio album and holds the same name as his mother, who passed away in 2007.
3 years ago
Kanye West sells out Atlanta stadium to showcase his new album, 'Donda'
3 years ago

Kanye West drops 1st piece from his Yeezy Gap collaboration — $200 'Round Jacket'

Kanye has unveiled the first item from his Yeezy Gap collaboration, and it's a blue puffer jacket available for preorder for $200.
3 years ago
Kanye West drops 1st piece from his YEEZY GAP collaboration  — $200 'Round Jacket'
4 years ago

Kanye West loaned $6.8 million to his 2020 presidential committee, raised just $11,500

The campaign reported spending $5.9 million between July 15 and Aug. 31.
4 years ago
Kanye West loaned $6.8 million to his 2020 presidential committee
4 years ago

Which states will have Kanye West on the ballot now that access deadlines have passed?

It’s becoming clearer where Kanye West might have an impact on the 2020 election, though it remains a slim chance he makes a difference in the overall results.
4 years ago
Which states will have Kanye West on the ballot since access deadlines have passed?
4 years ago

At least 6 Republican operatives, some tied to Trump camp, working to get Kanye West on the 2020 ballot

At least 6 Republican operatives, some tied to Trump camp, working to get Kanye West on the 2020 ballot -- raising questions about their motives.
4 years ago
At least 6 GOP operatives working to get Kanye West on the 2020 ballot
4 years ago

Kanye West qualifies for presidential ballot in Colorado

ABC News Political Director Rick Klein discusses what’s behind West’s push to get on the ballot in key swing states and whether it will affect Trump or Biden more.
4 years ago
Kanye West qualifies for presidential ballot in Colorado
4 years ago

Kanye West apologizes to wife Kim Kardashian for recent behavior: 'I know I hurt you'

Kanye West apologized to wife Kim Kardashian for recent behavior at a rally in South Carolina and on social media.
4 years ago
Kanye West apologizes to wife Kim Kardashian for recent behavior
4 years ago

Kanye West tweets out apology to his wife Kim Kardashian

Janai Norman reports on the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.
4 years ago
Kanye West tweets out apology to his wife Kim Kardashian
4 years ago

Kim Kardashian-West calls for ‘compassion and empathy’

The reality TV star and businesswoman publicly addressed the mental health of her husband, Kanye West, in a powerful Instagram post.
4 years ago
Kim Kardashian-West calls for ‘compassion and empathy’
4 years ago

Kim Kardashian asks for 'compassion and empathy' in wake of Kanye West's recent behavior

Kim Kardashian asked for "compassion and empathy" for husband Kanye West's recent behavior, speaking out about the rapper's bipolar disorder.
4 years ago
Kim Kardashian asks for 'compassion and empathy' after Kanye West's recent behavior
4 years ago

'Everybody that has a baby gets a million dollars,' Kanye West says at 1st campaign rally

Kanye West kicked off his first presidential campaign event in North Charleston, South Carolina, Sunday evening.
4 years ago
'Everybody that has a baby gets a million dollars,' Kanye West says at campaign rally
4 years ago

Kanye West tweets take aim at wife Kim Kardashian West

West let loose in a series of now-deleted tweets just one day after his headline-making first presidential campaign event in South Carolina.
4 years ago
Kanye West tweets take aim at wife Kim Kardashian West