In the wake of public backlash, Adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted has expressed regret for his recent comments about controversial rapper and fashion designer Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. Rorsted’s initial remarks, made during a private meeting with company employees, had been widely criticized as dismissive and insensitive..
The controversy stemmed from Ye’s recent anti-Semitic remarks and behavior, which resulted in Adidas severing ties with him and ending the highly lucrative Yeezy brand partnership. During the internal meeting, Rorsted reportedly told employees that he believed Ye’s comments were .
