Diddy Faces Pushback As Kanye's "Drink Champs" Interview Is Taken Down

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People haven't been happy with Ye's sit-down with "Drink Champs" and Diddy is taken hits, as well.

It has been a hot topic over the weekend and leading into Monday (October 17), but Kanye West's interview with Revolt's famed series has been given the ax—sort of. Drink Champs reportedly amassed over 1 million views of their surprise sit-down with West and, as expected, the conversation became a global, viral moment on social media. Yet, West's remarks were once again scrutinized as he reiterated his thoughts on the Jewish community and being anti-BLM.

This prompted the latest round of backlash, but it wasn't only Ye who was taking hits. The public didn't seem fond of how host Noreaga approached the conversation and later, he called into The Breakfast Club to apologize.

Sean "Diddy" Combs, Revolt's founder, has also been on the receiving end of call outs. He recently engaged in a back and forth with West who was unhappy after Diddy denounced Ye's "White Lives Matter" advocacy.

Now, it is being reported that someone has taken down the interview amid outrage. People have stormed platforms to express their ire at Diddy for allowing the conversation to take place, especially on the heels of his scornful disagreement with West. It seems that although the Donda star's incendiary comments were already controversial, it was West's take on the death of George Floyd that pushed the public over the edge.

Diddy has yet to comment on the discussion. Read through a few reactions and check out Noreaga explaining himself on Hot 97 below.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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