Kanye West is never far from controversy and, this time, he has been slammed by fans for ‘racism’ after putting out a casting call for ‘multiracial’ models only. The rap star is preparing to debut his Yeezy Season 4 collection as part of New York Fashion Week on September, 7 but has come under fire for his selective requirements.
Kanye West Is Never Far Away From Controversy – This Time Calling For Multiracial Models Only
The husband of reality star Kim Kardashian tweeted the call on Friday afternoon ahead of auditions on Sunday, September 4.
In his advertisement he requested ‘multiracial women only. No make-up please, come as you are’ and some people were quick to condemn his specific ask.
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One person tweeted: “Imagine if a white singer said ‘white women only’?”
Another posted: “This is a major issue. In an industry that consistently cuts Black models out, you do this?! You are the absolute worst. Truly.”
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Despite the backlash, people turned out in their droves to audition for the Famous singer and queues could be seen around the block in Manhattan.
This latest controversy comes hot on the heels of Kanye and Kim’s spat with singer Taylor Swift who claimed the star had not contacted her regarding comments made about the 1989 artist on his song, Famous, despite the fact he had.
Kanye is yet to comment on this latest potential scandal.
