Wiley Stripped of MBE for Anti-Semitic Comments
The 'Godfather of Grime' loses honor nearly four years after his controversial outburst, marking a stand against anti-Semitism.
- Wiley, known as the 'Godfather of Grime', has been stripped of his MBE for making anti-Semitic comments.
- The decision comes nearly four years after Wiley's anti-Semitic outburst on social media.
- Wiley's comments included comparing Jews to the Ku Klux Klan and claiming Jewish control over global business and the entertainment industry.
- Despite apologizing for generalizing and for comments viewed as anti-Semitic, Wiley has shown no remorse according to the Campaign Against Antisemitism.
- The forfeiture of Wiley's MBE is seen as a statement against anti-Semitism and a vindication of efforts to hold him accountable.