American rapper Kanye West has postponed his upcoming concert in Marseille amid mounting pressure from French authorities over his past controversial remarks.
The show, originally scheduled for June 11, faced possible cancellation after France’s Interior Minister, Laurent Nunez, reportedly moved to prevent the performance due to West’s history of antisemitic statements.
Confirming the development, the rapper announced on X that the decision to delay the show was his.
“After much thought and consideration, it is my sole decision to postpone my show in Marseille, France until further notice,” he wrote.
West has been under intense criticism globally for a series of inflammatory comments, including remarks perceived as supportive of Adolf Hitler.
His controversies have already triggered restrictions beyond France. In the United Kingdom, authorities denied him entry, leading to the cancellation of a festival appearance. Prime Minister Keir Starmer had earlier described the decision to book him as “deeply concerning.”
Despite the backlash, not all countries have followed suit. Officials in the Netherlands have indicated that there are currently no plans to bar him from entering the country.
Addressing the situation further, West suggested he is trying to take responsibility for his actions while shielding his fans from the fallout.
“I know it takes time to understand the sincerity of my commitment to make amends,” he said.
“I take full responsibility for what’s mine but I don’t want to put my fans in the middle of it,” he added.
The latest development comes after a series of controversial actions, including the release of a 2025 track titled “Heil Hitler” and the promotion of a swastika-themed shirt, both of which drew widespread condemnation. The song was eventually removed from major streaming platforms.
West has since expressed regret, attributing parts of his behaviour to his bipolar disorder.
