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Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kehlani slashed from another concert for Gaza support
(KRON) – Oakland singer Kehlani has been cut from yet another concert. The singer was set to perform at the SummerStage Festival in New York's Central Park on June 26. According to the festival, Mayor Eric Adams expressed 'concerns for the security and safety issues' regarding Kehlani's concert. SummerStage posted the cancellation announcement on Monday. The festival said, 'We strongly and emphatically believe in artistic expression of all kinds. However, the safety and security of our guests and artists is of the utmost importance and in light of these concerns, the concert has been cancelled.' 'While artists may choose to express their own opinions, their views may not necessarily be representative of the festival,' according to SummerStage. An Israeli plan to seize the Gaza Strip is met with alarm Last month, Cornell University axed the Oakland native from its Slope Day Concert. WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 02: Kehlani attends the 2024 WeHo Pride Parade on June 02, 2024 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by) WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 02: Kehlani attends the 2024 WeHo Pride Parade on June 02, 2024 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by) In response to the cancellation, Kehlani said in a social media post, 'I am not antisemantic, nor anti-Jew. I am anti-genocide.' The singer continued, 'I am anti-the actions of the Israeli government. I am anti-an extermination of an entire people.' Kehlani also claimed in their advocacy for Gaza, they have worked with Jewish organizations, such as Jewish Voices for Peace. Kehlani has shown unwavering support for the innocent Palestinian people who have been impacted by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Kehlani claimed they believe they are being targeted and silenced for their beliefs in the social media video. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KRON4.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oakland native Kehlani axed from Cornell concert for support of Gaza
(KRON) – R&B singer and Oakland native Kehlani was recently cut from Cornell University's Slope Day Concert due to their stance on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. In a letter to students and faculty, the university's president, Michael I. Kotlikoff, said he heard 'grave concerns' regarding the singer's 'antisemitic, anti-Israel sentiments in performances, videos, and on social media.' Kehlani has been unwaveringly vocal in their support for Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. In their 'Next 2 U' music video, Kehlani wore a Palestinian keffiyeh while performing in front of the Palestinian flag. Kehlani has also spoken in support of Gaza citizens in performances and interviews. UN food agency says its food stocks in Gaza have run out under Israel's blockade Kotlikoff explained his belief that rescinding Kehlani's invitation to the May 7 concert was the best course of action. 'I understand that my decision will be celebrated by some and criticized by others. I believe it is the right thing to do and the decision I must make to ensure community and safety at this high-profile event that reaches the entire campus,' Kotlikoff continued. 'Cornell is an institution where 'any person can find instruction in any study,' and where every person should feel included at the signature social event of the year.' Last month, NPR reported that more than 50,000 Palestinian people have been killed since Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023 attack against Israel. In the attack, Hamas killed nearly 1,200 people and captured 251, according to NPR. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
