Kanye West, now known as Ye, has deactivated his X account following a series of antisemitic rants and offensive posts. His remarks, including praise for Adolf Hitler and comments about Jewish people, sparked widespread backlash from celebrities and organizations.
David Schwimmer and the Anti-Defamation League publicly condemned his statements, calling for action against him. Even Elon Musk, the owner of X, unfollowed Ye, leading the rapper to speculate about a potential ban before deactivating his account himself. Prior to this, Ye had been using X to promote merchandise featuring Nazi symbols, further fueling controversy.
This move comes shortly after Ye’s appearance at the 2025 Grammy Awards with his wife, Bianca Censori, whose revealing outfit stirred debate. He also made posts defending his control over Censori, adding to the scrutiny of his personal life.
Ye has a history of social media bans, with his X account previously suspended in December 2022 before being reinstated in July 2023. His sudden deactivation now has sparked mixed reactions—some relieved at his absence, while others speculate on the impact on his brand and future projects.
As of now, Ye has not issued a public statement, and his representatives have not responded to requests for comment. The situation raises ongoing discussions about free speech, hate speech, and the responsibilities of public figures on social media. Stay tuned for further updates.
