Gap yanks remaining Yeezy products from stores and shutters website amid Kanye West backlash
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Gap is removing all Yeezy Gap products from its stores and the retailer's e-commerce site amid growing backlash over antisemitic comments by Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West.
In September, West severed his shoe and clothing deal with the retailer, with his lawyer telling CBS MoneyWatch at the time that Gap had failed to meet certain contractual obligations. In a statement on Tuesday, Gap cited Ye's "recent remarks and behavior" as its reason for yanking Yeezy Gap items from stores and shutting down YeezyGap.com.
"Antisemitism, racism and hate in any form are inexcusable and not tolerated in accordance with our values," the apparel chain said. "On behalf of our customers, employees and shareholders, we are partnering with organizations that combat hate and discrimination."
