Kanye West has found himself facing serious allegations from a former employee who has filed a lawsuit claiming the rapper engaged in “bigotry and antisemitism.” Murphy Aficionado, who was employed by West for about nine months starting in October 2022, accuses the artist of creating a hostile work environment and making troubling discriminatory remarks.
According to the lawsuit, Aficionado asserts that instances of West’s alleged antisemitic outbursts occurred on a daily basis. The project manager describes the rapper’s behavior as a mix of “antisemitic tirades and conspiracies,” stating that these episodes were far from rare.
In the legal filing, Aficionado recounts West’s supposed derogatory remarks regarding Jewish individuals, including claims that Jews have undue influence over celebrities like the Kardashians. The suit mentions West saying that Jews were responsible for his financial difficulties and that they manipulated his ex-wife Kim Kardashian.
One particularly shocking claim is that West once wore a shirt featuring a swastika during a business meeting. Aficionado claims West made a point to show off the shirt after briefly stepping away from the meeting to have loud sex with his current wife, Bianca Censori. When asked if he liked the shirt, Aficionado reportedly responded, “It definitely is unique,” an answer that likely reflects the discomfort of the situation rather than approval.
The document also highlights allegations of West making hurtful comments about Aficionado’s Filipino tattoos, describing them as “ugly” and suggesting they should be removed. The details of this lawsuit are strikingly reminiscent of West’s past controversies, including an infamous antisemitic tirade in 2022 that led to Adidas cutting ties with him.
As the controversy continues to unfold, West’s representatives have yet to offer a public response to these serious allegations. The growing list of claims paints a troubling picture for the Grammy-winning artist, who has repeatedly been at the center of discussions surrounding controversial behavior and statements. This lawsuit marks another chapter in a troubling narrative surrounding West’s conduct and attitudes, particularly regarding Jewish people.
