What did Ye do to apologize to the Jewish community?

Ye met with Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto and expressed remorse for his previous antisemitic remarks, vowing to take accountability and rebuild his relationship with the Jewish people.

How did Nicki Minaj react to Ye's apology?

Nicki Minaj praised Ye for publicly taking accountability for the pain his words may have caused the Jewish community, stating that she stands with their Jewish brothers and sisters.

What were the consequences of Ye's antisemitic comments?

Ye faced significant backlash and lost numerous business deals, with companies such as Universal Music Group, Balenciaga, Adidas, and Gap ending their partnerships with the rapper.

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Ye Apologizes to Rabbi, Vows to Rebuild Bridges After Antisemitic Remarks

7 Nov

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Summary

Ye meets with Rabbi Pinto, expresses remorse for hurtful comments
Nicki Minaj praises Ye for taking accountability for pain caused
Ye sees meeting as first step in rebuilding relationship with Jewish community

Ye Apologizes to Rabbi, Vows to Rebuild Bridges After Antisemitic Remarks

In a recent development, rapper Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) has taken steps to address his past controversial comments about the Jewish community. On November 4th, 2025, Ye met with Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto, during which he expressed remorse and apologized for his previous antisemitic remarks.

Ye acknowledged that he had been dealing with various personal issues, including bipolar disorder, which had led him to make hurtful statements without considering the impact on those around him. He likened his actions to a parent leaving their child at home, only to return to a mess that they must then clean up. Ye emphasized that he feels "really blessed" to have the opportunity to take accountability for his words and actions.