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entertainment1 year ago

Kanye West Faces Lawsuits Over Alleged Mismanagement and Discrimination at Donda Academy

Kanye West is facing a lawsuit from a former Donda Academy employee, Trevor Phillips, who alleges that the rapper mismanaged the school's funds, using students' tuition for personal trips and failing to pay employees. The lawsuit also includes claims of harassment, discrimination, and disturbing behavior, including alleged antisemitic, racist, and anti-LGBTQIA+ hate language, as well as threats towards students. Additionally, Trevor alleges that Kanye flaunted nude photographs of a female in front of staff members.

via The US Sun|
#donda-academy#entertainment#financial-mismanagement
entertainment1 year ago

"Allegations of Workplace Abuse: Inside Kanye West's Donda Academy"

Former employee Trevor Phillips has filed a lawsuit against Kanye West, alleging discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, claiming that West treated black staff worse than white employees, made antisemitic and threatening remarks, and engaged in discriminatory behavior at his Donda Academy. The lawsuit also references West's controversial comments and actions, including wearing a "White Lives Matter" t-shirt and making antisemitic remarks on a podcast. Phillips is seeking a jury trial and a minimum of $35,000 in damages.

via CNN|
#discrimination#donda-academy#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

Kanye West Faces Lawsuits Over Alleged Misconduct at Donda Academy

Kanye West is facing a lawsuit from a former employee alleging abusive behavior, including imitating Super Mario while threatening staff, making racist and homophobic remarks, and expressing admiration for Adolf Hitler. The ex-employee claims West favored white employees, threatened violence towards Jewish and gay people, and made disturbing comments about Donda Academy, the school he founded. The lawsuit seeks $35,000 in damages.

via Kotaku|
#donda-academy#entertainment#kanye-west
arts-and-entertainment1 year ago

"Allegations of Workplace Abuse: Lawsuits Against Kanye West at Donda Academy"

A former employee of Kanye West's Donda Academy has filed a lawsuit alleging severe discrimination, harassment, and retaliation by the rapper, including claims that he compared himself to Adolf Hitler, expressed desire to shave students' heads and lock them in cages, and spread antisemitic conspiracy theories. This legal action adds to a series of discrimination and wrongful termination lawsuits filed by former employees of West and his school, with West yet to publicly respond to the allegations.

via KABC-TV|
#antisemitism#arts-and-entertainment#discrimination
celebrity-scandal1 year ago

"Allegations of Abuse: Kanye West Faces Lawsuit Over Donda Academy Incidents"

Former Yeezy employee Trevor Phillips is suing Kanye West, alleging discriminatory and racist behavior, including threats to shave Donda Academy students' heads and lock them in cages, as well as antisemitic remarks and sexual harassment. Phillips seeks damages exceeding $35,000 and an injunction preventing West from opening any school for kids under 18 in California. West's representatives have not yet responded to the allegations.

via Page Six|
#antisemitism#celebrity-scandal#discrimination
entertainment1 year ago

"Former Donda Academy Employee Sues Kanye West Over Alleged Abuses"

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against artist Ye, accusing him of spreading antisemitic conspiracy theories, expressing a desire to shave students' heads and lock them in cages at his Donda Academy, and making discriminatory remarks. The lawsuit also alleges that Ye compared himself to Hitler, stiffed workers, and used the school's budget for personal expenses. This adds to previous lawsuits from former employees alleging discrimination and wrongful termination at the troubled private Christian school.

via NBC News|
#antisemitic#discrimination#donda-academy
entertainment1 year ago

Kanye West Faces Lawsuit Alleging Abuse and Threats at Donda Academy

Trevor Phillips, a former employee of Kanye West's Yeezy and Donda Academy, filed a lawsuit alleging that West wanted to "cage" students at his school, made discriminatory remarks, and threatened physical violence. Phillips claims he faced racial discrimination, was underpaid, and endured uncomfortable encounters with West, including witnessing the rapper's inappropriate behavior. The lawsuit also details instances of West's alleged antisemitism and threats towards the LGBTQ+ community. Phillips is seeking at least $35,000 for whistleblower retaliation, discrimination, and a hostile workplace.

via Rolling Stone|
#discrimination#donda-academy#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

"Allegations of Workplace Abuses and Racism: Lawsuits Against Kanye West"

Former employee Trevor Phillips sued Kanye West, Yeezy, and Donda Academy, alleging discrimination, hostile work environment, whistleblower retaliation, and unsafe conditions. Phillips claimed West made antisemitic remarks, glorified Hitler, and subjected him to harassment and dangerous tasks. Seeking damages exceeding $35,000, Phillips' attorney emphasized the lawsuit's aim to vindicate his client's rights and challenge West's alleged discriminatory messages. This legal action comes as West seeks a music career revival amid past controversial behavior.

via Los Angeles Times|
#discrimination#donda-academy#entertainment
lawsuit2 years ago

Former Donda Academy teachers set for trial in wrongful termination lawsuit against Ye.

A trial has been scheduled for April 2025 in the lawsuit brought by two former Donda Academy teachers against Kanye West, alleging wrongful termination and racial discrimination. The lawsuit described a chaotic and unsafe school environment, including students being served only sushi for lunch, sitting on the floor to eat, and classes being held only on the first floor because West was reportedly "afraid of stairs." The trial will take place in a Los Angeles courthouse, and the plaintiffs are seeking accountability for the alleged illegal behavior.

via NBC News|
#donda-academy#kanye-west#lawsuit
education2 years ago

Kanye West's Donda Academy Faces Lawsuit Over Bizarre Window Situation

Kanye West is facing another lawsuit over his children's school, Donda Academy, as a former employee alleges poor conditions, including sewage problems, windows without glass, and inadequate facilities. Isaiah Meadows claims he was fired after raising concerns about the school's conditions. This lawsuit follows a previous one filed by two former teachers who alleged similar safety concerns, including limited meal options, lack of a nurse or janitor, and a ban on teaching Black history. West's lawyer has denied the allegations, and the school is still accepting applications for the upcoming school year.

via Mediaite|
#donda-academy#education#kanye-west
education2 years ago

Kanye West's Donda Academy Faces Lawsuit Over Lack of Windows

Kanye West's Donda Academy, a Christian private school in California, is facing a lawsuit filed by a former gym teacher who claims he was unfairly fired after raising concerns about inconsistent pay and serious health and safety issues. The teacher alleges that the school had no windows because Kanye West "did not like glass," exposing students to the elements. Other allegations include a septic tank overflow, electrical fire hazards, and improper classification of employees. This lawsuit follows a previous one filed by two former teachers who claimed they were fired based on their race and for reporting violations. Kanye West has denied all allegations.

via HipHopDX|
#donda-academy#education#improper-classification
entertainment2 years ago

"Kanye's Private School Faces Lawsuit Over Windowless Design"

A lawsuit has been filed against Kanye West's Donda Academy, alleging serious issues including overflowing sewage systems, lack of electrical power, and unhygienic conditions. The suit also claims that the school had empty windows and skylights without panes because Kanye "doesn't like glass." The plaintiff, Isaiah Meadows, who worked at the school, states that he was fired after raising concerns about the school's operations. Kanye West's lawyer has denied the allegations, stating that portrayals of Donda Academy as a "dystopian institution" are false.

via The A.V. Club|
#donda-academy#entertainment#kanye-west
lawsuit2 years ago

Kanye West's Donda Academy Faces Lawsuits Over Glass-Free Design

Kanye West's Donda Academy is facing another lawsuit, this time from Isaiah Meadows, a former assistant principal and teacher at the school. Meadows alleges wrongful termination, breach of contract, and violations of education, health, safety, and labor codes. He claims he was fired in retaliation after reporting safety issues such as faulty electrical wiring, an overflowing septic tank, and other violations. The lawsuit also alleges that Meadows was misclassified as an independent contractor and not reimbursed for work-related expenses. This follows a previous lawsuit from former teachers Cecilia Hailey and Chekarey Byers, who also claimed wrongful termination and racial discrimination.

via The Root|
#donda-academy#kanye-west#lawsuit
lawsuit2 years ago

Kanye West's Donda Academy Faces Lawsuit Over Dangerous Wiring and Lack of Glass Windows

A former teacher at Kanye West's private school, Donda Academy, has filed a lawsuit alleging dangerous electrical wiring, lack of glass in windows, and illegal retaliation against employees who reported safety violations. The teacher claims to have been fired in retaliation for reporting safety issues, including faulty wiring that caused a fire near the student eating area. Donda Academy, founded by Kanye West in 2022, is an unaccredited Christian private school located in Simi Valley. This lawsuit adds to a series of legal challenges faced by West and his school.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#donda-academy#kanye-west#lawsuit
entertainment2 years ago

Ye's Donda Academy: Rainy Intrusion Reveals Rapper's Glass Aversion

A former vice principal of Kanye West's secretive Donda Academy has filed a lawsuit alleging that rain poured through an open skylight into a classroom because the rapper didn't like glass. The lawsuit also accuses the school of various health and safety violations, including exposed wires, a fire caused by the wires, and a constantly overflowing septic tank. This is the third lawsuit filed by former staff members of the controversial school, with previous complaints including restrictions on using the second floor, dress code limitations, and a lack of books.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#donda-academy#entertainment#health-and-safety-violations