In a bid to make amends for his recent series of controversial and "unintended" antisemitic comments, rapper Kanye West extended an apology to the Jewish community in a heartfelt message shared on Instagram during the final hours of Christmas Day.
The 'All of the Lights' artist conveyed his sincere regret and acknowledged the unintended consequences of his words and actions in a message entirely written in Hebrew.
Translated to English, West's apology stated, "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 disrespect, 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 in the future."
The 46-year-old Yeezy designer emphasized the importance of forgiveness, expressing his commitment to making amends and promoting unity. West's attempt at reconciliation comes in the wake of a recent antisemitic outburst during a Las Vegas event earlier this month, where he made inflammatory remarks about various topics.
In the video obtained by TMZ, West falsely claimed, "It’s 60 million of us in America, 60 million Jews in the world."
He went on to make unfounded allegations about Donald Trump, referring to him as a Zionist and linking him to the responsibility of building hospitals. His rant further included references to Jesus Christ and Adolf Hitler, drawing strong criticism and condemnation.
During the same event, West admonished the crowd and expressed his disapproval of the private schools attended by wealthy individuals, suggesting they were "Zionist schools."
The rapper's controversial remarks extended into his music, with lyrics from his upcoming songs containing antisemitic content. In one instance, he rapped, "I still keep some Jews with me / Management? Nah / I only let ’em do my jewelry," at a listening party. His 10-year-old daughter, North West, was reportedly present during these performances.
Additionally, West sparked outrage by appearing in a KKK-style hood during a performance, further intensifying concerns about his recent behavior.
The rapper's public statements and actions have raised concerns, particularly regarding his mental health. West has been open about his bipolar disorder diagnosis in the past, and many have urged him to seek professional help and treatment to address his mental health challenges.
As he issues this apology to the Jewish community, the hope is that West will take steps to address his behavior and statements, learn from his experiences, and work toward greater understanding and unity in the future.