Pepsi withdraws sponsorship of Londons Wireless Festival amid Kanye West backlash

News Source : The-independent.com

News Summary

Pepsi and Diageo withdraw sponsorship of Wireless Festival.
Follows criticism from Sir Keir Starmer, Sir Sadiq Khan and Jewish leaders.
West has a history of antisemitism, including releasing a song titled ‘Heil Hitler’ and selling merchandise decorated in swastikas.
Little Britain star Matt Lucas directly called out Pepsi for their involvement in the festival.
West is in the midst of a comeback tour, releasing a new album – titled Bully – as well as touring the US.

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