Angel Reese is once again facing major backlash, this time for teasing an upcoming interview with DaBaby. The rapper has been a controversial figure since 2021, when he made inflammatory comments about women and the LGBTQ+ community during his Rolling Loud performance.
Over the weekend, Reese and her podcast team, @AngelReeseShow on X, announced they were preparing to film an episode of Unapologetically Angel with DaBaby. Since launching her podcast in September 2024, the WNBA star has welcomed big names like Shaquille O’Neal, Lisa Leslie, Lonzo Ball, GloRilla, and Latto. However, the choice to feature DaBaby quickly sparked outrage.
In a now-deleted post, Reese’s team asked followers to submit questions for the rapper, whose real name is Jonathan Kirk. The reaction was swift. Many criticized Reese for aligning herself with someone widely condemned for offensive remarks.
Social media users didn’t hold back, questioning why Reese, who has a diverse fanbase, would platform DaBaby. One person called the decision disappointing, while another pointed out that even years later, DaBaby’s past comments still haven’t been forgotten. Some mentioned her connection to Megan Thee Stallion. They questioned how she could support someone with such a polarizing history.
It remains unclear if the interview will still happen. As of now, Reese’s team has deleted posts promoting the episode and has not addressed the backlash. Some fans have even criticized her for seemingly backing down in response to the negative reactions. Whether she moves forward with the interview or not, her decision has clearly divided her supporters.
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