Milo Yiannopoulos, the former Breitbart editor, has stepped down from his role as Yeezy's chief of staff.

His resignation follows reports that Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, plans to move the brand into adult entertainment. Citing moral and religious reasons, Yiannopoulos announced his decision in a letter to TMZ.

Resignation Amid Moral Concerns

In a resignation letter obtained by TMZ, Yiannopoulos expressed his inability to support Yeezy's potential venture into adult entertainment. He wrote, "I cannot be complicit in the production or dissemination of pornographic films and literature, for moral and religious reasons." He further elaborated that such content posed "an imminent danger to my life as a recovering addict and an unacceptable risk to my spiritual and physical health as a former homosexual."


Impact on Yeezy's Team

Yiannopoulos's departure isn't an isolated incident. According to a source from Rolling Stone, around 20 employees have also left Yeezy due to various issues with Ye. The insider noted, "Porn was the slightest of factors," indicating that there are broader concerns within the company.

Future of Yeezy's Adult Entertainment Plans

A representative for Yeezy told TMZ in April that Ye was considering launching an adult entertainment division within the brand. He was reportedly in discussions with Mike Moz, Stormy Daniels' ex-husband and a pornography producer, to lead this new venture. Despite Yiannopoulos's resignation, Ye has not yet commented publicly on the matter.


Yiannopoulos's Commitment to Values

Yiannopoulos's letter also mentioned an "orderly handover" by May 31 or "the first pornography shoot, whichever is sooner." He added that if Yeezy "publicly and permanently abandons any plan to produce, distribute or profit from obscene content," he would be willing to return to the company.

Broader Implications

This development raises questions about the direction Yeezy is heading under Ye's leadership. The potential for a brand associated with high fashion and streetwear to delve into adult entertainment is controversial, to say the least. It highlights the tension between creative freedom and moral boundaries in the corporate world.

No Comment from Ye

As of now, Ye has not responded to The Hollywood Reporter's request for comment on Yiannopoulos's resignation and the reported plans for adult entertainment within Yeezy. The situation remains fluid, with industry insiders and fans alike watching closely to see how it unfolds.

Source: TMZ