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‘For All Mankind’s Joel Kinnaman Readies Fans for Disappointment After That Emotional Goodbye
Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for For All Mankind Season 5, Episode 3.
Summary
As For All Mankind progresses, the one question on everyone’s mind is: just how old can the show make Joel Kinnaman this season? Since the beginning, Kinnaman’s Ed Baldwin has been a major protagonist for the alternate history series, even as the cast expanded, and the series spotlighted a larger ensemble. Many characters have come and gone in humanity’s journey to the Moon and beyond, but Ed’s always been around, usually ending up at the center of every season’s conflict. Now, however, For All Mankind has finally reached the end of Ed’s journey.
In Episode 3, “Home,” Ed’s health has taken a sharp decline after helping Lee Jung-Gil (C.S. Lee) escape Happy Valley to avoid being sent back to North Korea for a crime he didn’t commit. At the beginning of the season, Dima (Goran Ivanovski) reveals Ed’s cancer diagnosis and advises him not to pilot any aircraft — but, without other options to save Lee, Ed pilots the hopper and gets Lee to safety, only to end up unconscious by the time that Peacekeeper Celia Boyd (Mireille Enos) arrives to arrest him. “Home” follows Ed’s final days as he reconnects with his grandson, Alex (Sean Kaufman), after their argument in “The Hard Six.” Kinnaman’s final episode is also packed to the brim with emotion as Ed lies on his deathbed, flashing back to a younger version of the character fighting in the Korean War, bringing back Michael Dorman and Shantel VanSanten for his final scene, and delivering a heartfelt goodbye for the Baldwin family via a drink at Ilya’s (Dimiter Marinov) bar.
Before Kinnaman’s final episode aired, Collider spoke with the actor about his emotional journey on the Apple TV series. “As his values somewhat evolved, it actually put [Ed] on a collision course with the establishment, so he started getting more and more like ‘fuck you’ to the man,” he says happily, throwing up two middle fingers for emphasis. Season 5 also offered the actor a brief reunion with his The Killing co-star Mireille Enos, and Kinnaman reveals which hilarious Easter egg ended up on the cutting room floor. In terms of answering the question that’s most prominently on fans’ minds after “Home,” he also discusses whether or not he would ever return in some form or another by the sixth and final season.
Joel Kinnaman Reflects on ‘For All Mankind’s Farewell to Ed Baldwin
“They were able to create this grand vision, but still be so close to the characters and have such respect for these characters.”
COLLIDER: I just rewatched Episode 3, your last episode, last night. It was such a fantastic piece, and I want to congratulate you on doing such a great job in the show.
JOEL KINNAMAN: Thank you so much. This has been the most emotional experience of my career, like confusingly emotional for me. When we were shooting this last episode, I was a total mess. I was crying every day. I’m still trying to figure out exactly what was going on inside of me, because as actors, we do this all the time. We create these little short-term families where we fall in love, and then we say goodbye. Sometimes you’ve been doing it for several years, and it’s a little bit harder to say goodbye, but nothing came even close to this. I’ve been trying to unpack, like, why did I get so emotional about this?
There’s this sort of existential aspect of playing a character in all these different ages and spending months contemplating what life will be like in these different ages, and putting my own mortality at the forefront of it. Also, playing 82, that’s the same age that my dad is, and then having the scene on his deathbed and saying goodbye to my child and grandchild, it just puts the inevitability of life right in front of your eyes.
But then I also think that there’s something else, too, and it’s just the story. I love getting to be part of telling this story. I really love getting to tell this story. There’s an ethos behind this show of this optimism that it’s carrying, and I just felt so honored to be part of it. It just resonated so much with me. They were able to create this grand vision, but still be so close to the characters and have such respect for these characters. It just really, really meant a lot to me.
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And then they just wrecked me with the flashback scenes with Michael Dorman and Shantel [VanSanten]. Seeing Michael… because me and him playing Gordo, we played best friends on the show, but then we became really close friends. I love Michael. Michael’s an amazing guy. He’s got the biggest heart of anyone I’ve ever met. He’s got this big, bleeding heart that just gets him in a lot of trouble. Just seeing him standing there with the wry smile, laughing, I just started crying again. It was like a cry fest. The whole thing was just a fucking cry fest.
I was crying, too, to be fair. It was an emotionally shared experience.
KINNAMAN: It’s very rare to get to play and to see a character so detailed over the course of a whole life, because it’s just such a unique concept in that way. Usually, that aging process happens in the epilogue scene at the end of a movie, but you don’t really attach yourself to all the different ages. I’m sure for people who are watching the show, too, they get to go on that journey, as well.
For me, it’s like I’m going to watch this show as a fan now, and I’ve never had that. None of the shows that I’ve been in that have carried on without me, I’ve actually never watched an episode past the point of my own death. I just haven’t really been interested. But this one is different. I asked them not to send me any scripts past Episode 3, and I didn’t want any links to the episodes. I’m just watching this show as a fan.
So I know more than you do at this point!
KINNAMAN: Yeah, I haven’t seen Episode 3.
Oh my god! Well, it’s going to wreck you.
Joel Kinnaman Discusses How Ed’s Character Has Changed on ‘For All Mankind’
“It’s basically me entertaining myself, but then that becomes character traits that they pick up on, and it’s been really fun.”
Ed’s character, I love him, and I hate him. Sometimes he’s so aggravating, I just want to be like, “You are such an old man!” But it’s really interesting to see how you’ve played him throughout each decade in every season. What are some key traits that you wanted to hold on to even as Ed aged with each season passing by?
KINNAMAN: Ed’s sense of humor has evolved. He became funnier and funnier the crankier he got. Also, Ed’s moral center over the course of his life put him more and more against the establishment. In the beginning, he was sort of a rebel, but within the establishment. Then, as his values somewhat evolved, it actually put him on a collision course with the establishment, so he started getting more and more like “fuck you” to the man.
I did love it in the first episode when he puts his little ankle monitor right over just to set the alarm off. That was such an old man move, and then to just walk away.
KINNAMAN: [Laughs] I love that, too. My sense of humor, when I fall in love with a character, and especially with this kind of character, like Ed, where I feel like there are so many possibilities, I find myself messing around and teasing my co-stars, a little bit in character, a little bit just me, and so my sense of humor starts to seep into it.
Then the collaboration with the writers on the show has been really, really beautiful, so they’ve been really quick at picking up my little quirks and improvisations, and then incorporating them into the character. I haven’t been, like, coming to them and saying, “Hey, I think Ed should be more and more like this.” Things happen, and improvisations that make me have a good time on set. It’s basically me entertaining myself, but then that becomes character traits that they pick up on, and it’s been really fun.
The creators say the show was never meant to run forever.
Joel Kinnaman Discusses His Brief Reunion With ‘The Killing’s Mireille Enos
“She’s literally one of the best in the world.”
One thing that I really love this season is that they brought in Mireille Enos. First of all, I love The Killing. That’s one of my favorite shows of all time, and I love that you guys were both in Hanna. What was it like working with her again and having a little bit of a reunion?
KINNAMAN: We just have that one moment, but I’m sort of unconscious. But I did mutter out, I don’t know if it was caught on camera, but I was like, in Ed’s voice, “What’s up, Linden?” I had to get it out there. For us, Matt [Wolpert] and Ben [Nedivi] were like, “We’re thinking of going to Mireille. Do you think there’s any chance that she would do it?” I was like, “Well, we are shooting in LA, so that’s a big plus.” So, I was just so thrilled for the show’s sake that we got her.
Her character goes on a wild journey. You’re going to enjoy it.
KINNAMAN: I can already feel it. She’s so good. She’s literally one of the best in the world. She’s one of the best actors in the world.
Joel Kinnaman Reveals Why ‘For All Mankind’ Decided To Kill Ed So Early in Season 5
“People didn’t even believe it was a sci-fi show after Season 1.”
How early on did you know that Ed was going to die in this season? Have you known for seasons, or was it like this season they were like, “Hey, by the way, only three episodes for you?”
KINNAMAN: When I met Matt, Ben, and Ron [Moore] in 2018, they sort of laid out the five-season vision for the show, and it’s remarkable how much of that actually is intact in the actual show. It was so frustrating when I was promoting and talking about the show after Season 1, and even after Season 2. I’m like, “It’s not just Mad Men at NASA.” People didn’t even believe it was a sci-fi show after Season 1. That’s how grounded and patient this show is. It wasn’t until Season 3 that you really feel like, “Okay, this is sci-fi.” For me, it was always a five-season vision. I knew with this show we would never try to, like, “Oh, and then they found some youth elixir on Helios, on Titan 5, so now Ed’s 60 again!” It’s not that show.
Then they brought me into the conversation that they were having in the room about how they didn’t want to start a new season without Ed, so that’s why they didn’t want Ed to die in the finale. They wanted to surprise the audience, but then also give it a little more runway to pass the baton. Because even though it’s always been an ensemble show, Ed has a sort of central part of the show, and of course, that will leave a bit of a vacuum and an empty space that you want to fill. I think they wanted to fill it in the same season. So, I thought it was a really cool way to do it, and I was so happy with the three episodes that I got to play.
Joel Kinnaman Talks Passing the Baton to His Onscreen Grandson Sean Kaufman on ‘For All Mankind’
“He put his own stink on the character and on what he was doing…”
I think Ed’s presence is very much felt in the rest of the season. I know you haven’t seen the episodes, but his legacy lives on in his daughter and his grandson. They kind of adopt Ed’s cavalier, cowboy-esque approach to life.
KINNAMAN: Awesome! I can’t wait to see it. I can’t wait.
What was it like working with Sean Kaufman and having him play this older version of Ed’s grandson and having him be an adult now instead of working with a child?
KINNAMAN: I love the kid. He just came in with the perfect attitude, in my opinion. He came in and created enough space for himself to his own thing. He put his own stink on the character and on what he was doing, but he was also really warm and respectful, and I just thought he was really talented and very present. He was really there.
Now, I saw the first two episodes he was in, and I thought, “Oh, this kid is fucking excellent!” He’s really a great young actor. But I really liked him as a person, so that makes it extra fun to see when someone is really delivering. He’s going to be able to carry it. It’s always an ensemble show, so it’s great in that way. It’s not about one person carrying it all the way. It’s spread across many characters, but he’s going to be great.
‘For All Mankind’s Korean War Flashback Has Been Four Years in the Making, Kinnaman Reveals
“The Korea episode has been a theme for about four years between me and the writers.”
In this episode, you also have flashback scenes to when Ed was when he was in Korea. How was it playing out those scenes, knowing it was a dream sequence and also a flashback?
KINNAMAN: The Korea episode has been a theme for about four years between me and the writers. They started teasing this Korea episode, this flashback episode. It was always going to be where there was this standalone flashback episode, and they tried to get it in Season 3, they tried to get it in Season 4, and it was in and then out, and then in and out. Ultimately, it just became this darling that they kept having to kill, so it was always a little bit of a bummer. Especially when we got more and more into prosthetics, I was like, “Let’s get the Korea episode where I don’t have to put makeup on!” [Laughs]
But I was so happy when they found the spot for it to tell that story. Of course, we get a hint of Ed, and there are things that he wasn’t quite honest with himself about, and the guilt and shame that he felt. Of course, that continues on.
‘For All Mankind’ Has Perfected the Aging Process for Ed Baldwin
“The fourth season, I was in the chair for between five and six hours.”
You just mentioned the prosthetics. I want to know how much longer the process has taken over every season because the prosthetics are fantastic in this, to the point where I forget that you’re not an 80-year-old man sometimes. But I can imagine that process is a lot because it’s all the way down to your neck. How long are you spending in a chair?
KINNAMAN: Well, it’s funny, the fifth season I felt like we finally really stuck the landing with it. Interestingly enough, it was half of the time of the fourth season. The fourth season, I was in the chair for between five and six hours. I had a call time at, like, 1:00 a.m. for a 7:00 a.m. call time, and then I would shoot a 12 to 13-hour day on top of it, and then an hour to take it off. It was hectic. And then, it’s constant adjustments, so you have someone poking you in the face for 17 hours a day. It was really difficult, mentally, to deal with.
I can see why those Korea episodes are something that you look forward to.
KINNAMAN: Well, Season 5 was a lot easier. I found it easier to portray 80 than 70. It was easier to really lean into the aging. Because you can see a lot of 70-year-old guys who are kind of fluid, and they still have their full mobility. If you just look at their actual body movement, you can’t tell if they’re 40 or 70. But at the same time, when you’re aging 10 years on a show, there’s always an expectation of being older than the previous season. It was a harder calculation to do for 70 than 80, for some reason.
Also, in the final season, it became this whole character in a way that maybe I didn’t quite achieve in Season 4. In the fifth season, I stayed in it, and I was creating this inner and outer temple where Ed was still sharp, even though sometimes he stumbled, but he’s still sharp. He had a very fast inner tempo, but then a much slower outer exterior, physical tempo. I stayed in that slower physical tempo for the entirety when I was on set. I was moving pretty slow. Also, thinking of someone that’s been on a space base for such a long time, I think the vocal cords will dry out a lot quicker, so I shifted more focus on the voice, and all of it. It felt like a different character in the fifth season compared to the fourth season.
I think what you kept is the inhuman level of Parmesan that he eats with his spaghetti, which is impressive even to me as a cheese lover.
KINNAMAN: Ed loves cheese.
Joel Kinnaman Reveals Whether or Not He’ll Be Back for ‘For All Mankind’ Season 6
“…I think that’s why the integrity of the show would forbid those kinds of leaps.”
Wrapping things up, is there any possibility or talks about you potentially returning for Season 6 in some sort of way? My coworkers and I have a joke that you’re going to come back as a robot with Ed’s consciousness implanted into it, so you don’t have to be an old man anymore, but any potential for that? Is the door left open, or are you out?
KINNAMAN: No. I think that’s the integrity of this show, that it doesn’t do those kinds of leaps, even though I’ve been on them. I’m like, “Where are the fucking aliens, guys? Come on!” I keep showing them videos. I was like, “They’re fucking here!” And they’re just so methodical and patient, and I think that’s why the integrity of the show would forbid those kinds of leaps. It makes the goodbye mean more, too, when it actually is a goodbye.
- Release Date
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November 1, 2019
- Network
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Apple TV
- Directors
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Sergio Mimica-Gezzan, Andrew Stanton, Meera Menon, Dan Liu, Allen Coulter, Craig Zisk, Dennie Gordon, John Dahl, Lukas Ettlin, Wendey Stanzler, Seth Gordon, Sylvain White, Michael Morris, Maja Vrvilo, Sarah Boyd
- Writers
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Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert, Ben Nedivi, Bradley Thompson, David Weddle, Nichole Beattie, Joe Menosky
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Gucci Mane’s Alleged Police Statement Shared In Court
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“We’re outgunned,” after armed individuals allegedly pointed guns at him and pushed him onto a couch.
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@TheJusticeDept v. @pooh_shiesty / @BigThirty375:
Under oath, @FBI Agent Handson testified and admitted that @guccimane gave a statement to @DallasPD about January 10, 2026 alleged kidnapping and robbery at Luminous Studios in Far North Dallas.
Pooh Shiesty would proceed to… pic.twitter.com/0xnTaUywRS
— Bryson “Boom” Paul (@brysonboompaul) April 8, 2026
Roommates Sound Off In The Comments
Folks ran straight to The Shade Room’s Instagram comment section, and you already know they had plenty to say. Some claimed the Gucci Mane from 10 years ago would’ve handled the situation very differently. Meanwhile, others questioned why people were acting weird about someone going to the police after allegedly being kidnapped.
One Instagram user @ms.skyami added, “Lean gut Gucci somewhere shaking his head at the way Gucci Pro max ruining his name“
This Instagram user @thecoreyshow claimed, “Bro had a whole ankle monitor on. He the statement“
And, Instagram user @prettygyal_berry added, “So if someone try to kill you , you not supposed to tell d police??? Weird flex 😂😂”
Meanwhile, Instagram user @themaniac_mcclainiac shared, “Gucci got a wife and kid pushing 50 now that man don’t gaf bout no street cred no Mo 😂😂”
While Instagram user @jeremy.evans831 said, “one thing bout the police is they can’t wait to rat you out 😂😂 ‘gucci mane gave a statement’”
Lastly, Instagram user @inkycheetah claimed, “If you kidnapped me, IT WAS HIM OFFICER! 👮🏼♂️”
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Melissa McCarthy’s Viral Video Sparks Ozempic Speculation
As the footage spread online, some social media users immediately began speculating whether the actress may have used Ozempic, the diabetes medication that has become widely associated with celebrity weight loss in recent years.
“I think she may have done it the old-fashioned way. She doesn’t have Ozempic face and was losing weight before Ozempic got popular,” one person wrote.
Another user praised McCarthy’s appearance, adding, “Good, much better!”
“You know what, good for her. She looks healthy,” someone else commented.
Others echoed similar sentiments, with one person writing, “She’s been losing weight over the years. She looks great & looks even better if she did it sensibly.”
“She looks good,” one supporter wrote, while another added, “She’s lost a lot of weight. She looks good.”
McCarthy Once Reacted To Barbra Streisand’s Ozempic Remark

The renewed chatter comes after McCarthy was tied to Ozempic rumors in 2024, when legendary singer Barbra Streisand publicly asked whether the actress had taken the medication.
Under a now-deleted Instagram post featuring McCarthy and husband Ben Falcone, Streisand commented, “Give him my regards, did you take Ozempic?”
Though many fans viewed the remark as inappropriate, McCarthy brushed off the controversy and appeared amused by the interaction. “Barbara Streisand knows I exist. She reached out to me, and she thought I looked good. I win the day,” McCarthy said in a response video at the time.

Before Barbra Streisand’s viral Ozempic question, Melissa McCarthy’s changing appearance had already become a topic of conversation online.
Many fans first began to notice Melissa McCarthy’s dramatic transformation in February 2024, when she posted an Instagram photo alongside husband Ben Falcone, wearing a sparkly jumpsuit and sequined jacket. The glamorous snapshot quickly drew attention, with followers pointing out how noticeably slimmer the actress appeared.
While many praised McCarthy’s look, others immediately began speculating about how she achieved her transformation. One commenter bluntly wrote, “Ozempic has claimed another,” helping fuel the online rumors that have continued to follow the actress ever since.
McCarthy Has Long Embraced Balanced Weight Loss

McCarthy has also been open in the past about her approach to health and weight management, emphasizing balance over restriction.
Speaking in 2018 on Breakfast Club Power 105.1 FM, the actress reflected on how her mindset shifted after becoming a mother to daughters Vivian and Georgette. “Everybody’s always kind of working on something,” she said. “And I was like, ‘If I can de-stress and just do it slower and stop constantly trying to be on something.’”
She added that the less restrictive approach ultimately proved more effective for her than extreme dieting methods. “And then it actually worked better instead of being like, ‘I’m gonna not do this and do this and only drink this.’”
Melissa McCarthy Says Her Focus Has Always Been On Health, Not Size

Melissa McCarthy has long spoken candidly about the pressures she has faced regarding her body, previously revealing that maintaining her health has always mattered more to her than meeting Hollywood’s standards.
In a 2017 interview with Rolling Stone, McCarthy reflected on how she used to worry about her size growing up, despite living an active lifestyle. “I thought I battled weight throughout high school, but I look back at pictures of me as a cheerleader, doing sprints, lifting weights, doing gymnastics, playing tennis, and while I wasn’t reed-thin like some girls… I was a size six the entire time. So what on Earth was I freaking out about?” she said.
The actress also stressed that her overall philosophy centers around balance rather than perfection. “I could eat healthier, I could drink less,” she added. “I’m sounding like a lush, but, you know, I do what I can. I should be learning another language and working out more,” she said. “But I’m just always saying, ‘Ah, I could get hit by a bus tomorrow.’”
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Nina Dobrev’s Pretty Spring Jeans — Shop 13 Styles
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Leave it to Nina Dobrev to make a bold denim choice feel completely wearable. Embroidered and embellished denim can feel completely intimidating, but a great pair can make your outfit feel chic and more intentional. With their breezy silhouette and soft print, these types of styles bring a lighter and more feminine feel to the classic jeans-and-top formula.
The actress recently stepped out in New York City in a standout pair of stunning wide-leg jeans that strike the perfect balance between playful and polished, offering an unexpected update to everyday denim. We immediately started hunting for a similar option that delivers the same vibe without the designer price tag. Turns out, there are plenty of comparable styles that still capture the same easy, yet elevated feel. If you’re ready to swap your usual jeans for something a little more eye-catching this spring, this trend is a fun place to start.
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The trick to styling floral wide-leg jeans is about keeping the rest of the outfit simple and balanced so the denim doesn’t overpower the look. A fitted tank, cropped tee or lightweight button-down helps offset the volume of the silhouette, while neutral accessories keep the print or design from feeling overwhelming. Whether you lean casual with sneakers or you dress things up with sandals or heels, the result is an outfit that feels effortless, but still stands out.

Our Favorite: These floral wide-leg jeans have a relaxed fit and high-rise waist, delivering an effortlessly flattering look. The head-turning style is great for casual wear with sneakers or sandals, but they can also be dressed up with your favorite heels or platforms. See more of our favorite pretty spring denim styles below!
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Disney+’s New Sci-Fi Crime Series Dominates Global Streaming Charts in Just 1 Week
Forty-nine years ago, what would become one of the most influential forces in the science fiction genre was born, quickly evolving into a global pop culture phenomenon. Star Wars, created by George Lucas, is now one of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time, spanning films, television series, books, video games, and more. The space opera began with the original 1977 film—later retitled Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope—which serves as the fourth chronological chapter in the Skywalker Saga.
Since then, a number of prequels and sequels have come to life across both the big and small screens, many of which have been well received, while others were ultimately cancelled. The latest of the bunch is Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, created by Dave Filoni for Disney+. The animated series premiered earlier this week on April 6, 2026, and is set after the events of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, which ran from 2008 to 2020. The show follows former Sith Lord Maul during the reign of the Galactic Empire, with Sam Witwer reprising his role from The Clone Wars and other Star Wars projects.
Upon its release, the new Star Wars series was an instant success, ranking among the most-watched series titles on Disney+ globally, including in the US. Maul – Shadow Lord entered the US charts as the 7th most popular title on April 7, 2026, but that quickly changed the next day as it rose to the top of the charts, a rank it still holds till now. Such a strong performance may come as no surprise to fans, considering that the sci-fi hit debuted to a perfect 100% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus describing it as “an inspired look into the depths of an iconic character.”
Is the New Star Wars Show Worth Watching?
Centered on Maul, who plots to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord comprises ten episodes for Season 1, with two episodes released each week until May 4. In addition to Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Wagner Moura, and Richard Ayoade lend their voices to characters as interesting as the lead, or even more so. Speaking of which, in Collider’s review, Maggie Lovitt noted that the sci-fi adventure “does a good job of making the audience care quickly about each of the new characters, to the point that they become far more interesting than whatever is going on with Maul — and there is a lot going on with Maul.“
You can watch the latest Star Wars series on Disney+. Stay tuned to Collider for more information.
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Mental Health Experts Defend Kanye West’s Bipolar Disorder Claim
Kanye West‘s attempt to link his controversial anti-Semitic statements to bipolar disorder has been supported by some top medical experts.
In an apology earlier in the year, the rapper expressed remorse for his behavior and claimed that his “reckless” actions were linked to a car crash 25 years ago, which he says left him with trauma and contributed to his bipolar disorder.
Kanye West’s claims have now been given some credibility by experts, who say they are consistent with the symptoms and diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
The Rapper’s Antisemitism Apology Was Supported By A Medical Expert

Ever since West renounced his anti-Semitic actions and attributed them to his alleged bipolar disorder in an apology post, speculation has swirled over whether he truly meant it and whether his behavior was actually caused by the illness.
His medical explanation has now been supported by a medical expert who spoke with The Daily Mail about the behavior of people living with bipolar disorder.
“People with severe bipolar disorder can act in ways completely out of character,” said Prof David Curtis of UCL Genetics Institute, per the Daily Mail.
The medical expert also claimed that individuals living with this illness may become “impulsive, reckless, or even psychotic,” and will often display unpredictable behavior if and when they suffer a manic episode.
“What Ye describes fits perfectly with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder and need not reflect latent antisemitism or extremist ideology,” Curtis added.
“During a manic episode, it is possible to lose touch with reality entirely. People may do things they would never normally do. This is not an expression of belief – it is illness,” he continued.
Kanye West’s Apology Wasn’t Accepted By Top UK Officers

West’s excuse was also seemingly not well received by top officials in the UK, where he had been expected to headline that summer’s Wireless Festival before his visa was revoked.
UK Education Secretary Wes Streeting condemned it as “appalling” that West appeared to use bipolar disorder as a defense for his behavior.
The same sentiment was echoed by Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp, who claimed that West’s past anti-Semitic actions reflected a “pattern of behavior” and had caused irreparable distress to Jewish communities across the world.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson also criticized the rapper, describing his past comments as “completely unacceptable and absolutely disgusting.”
“There is no place for that kind of hatred, bigotry, or antisemitism from him or from anyone else,” she added.

Following an outcry from multiple quarters, West was banned from the UK and could no longer headline the Wireless Festival, which was expected to attract 50,000 people per day.
The decision ultimately led to the cancellation of the festival, as announced in a post by the organizers earlier in the week.
It marked the first time the festival had been canceled in its 21-year history, though its staging was already on shaky ground after several sponsors pulled out.
PayPal, a payment provider known to partner with Live Nation UK Festivals, was among the major sponsors to withdraw, while companies like Diageo and Pepsi had done so earlier.
Following the cancellation of the event, ticket costs were automatically refunded to fans who had planned to attend.
The Rapper’s Past Anti-Semitic Actions

West has had a history of targeting Jews with hate speech. In October 2022, things took a serious turn when the rapper made a tweet, stating that he planned to go “death con [sic] 3 on Jewish people.”
The tweet was followed by several other controversial remarks by West, claiming Jews controlled everything. He also boldly stated that his then-business partner, Adidas, won’t drop him even if he says “anti-Semitic sh-t.”
The shoe giant swiftly dropped him shortly after, along with multiple top brands, a development that deeply affected the rapper financially.
Despite this, West still doubled down on his remarks in February 2025 with a rant in which he claimed he would never apologize for his comments about Jews.
The rapper pushed things further by selling a shirt featuring a swastika and releasing a song titled “Heil Hitler,” in which he branded himself a “Nazi.”
Kanye West Reportedly Asked For $15 Million To Headline UK Festival

While the exact amount Kanye West initially requested to headline the festival had remained unclear, a source recently revealed that the rapper both asked for and received a $15 million fee.
“He (West) asked for and got $15 million (£11 million) to play those three nights at Wireless,” the insider told the Daily Mail.
With the festival now canceled following Kanye West’s ban, it remains unclear whether the organizers will receive a refund, though the same source believes the rapper may return the fee due to a clause in his contract.
“‘Live Nation should be able to get all $15million back as their contracts say that it is the responsibility of the artist to get a visa,” added the insider.
“Because the decision was made by the Home Secretary, they believe that they can get their money back… good luck getting Kanye to pay you back,” they continued.
In the meantime, West has yet to address his visa ban, which was put in place by the UK Home Office.
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Zendaya’s Quick Exit Fuels Sydney Sweeney Rift Rumors
Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney are facing renewed attention as “Euphoria” season three finally rolls out after years of delays, casting changes, and ongoing behind-the-scenes speculation.
What should have been a celebratory return quickly turned into a talking point after fans noticed subtle but telling moments at the Los Angeles premiere.
From Zendaya’s brief red carpet appearance to Sweeney’s separate interactions with castmates, the event only fueled rumors that tensions may be lingering as the show makes its long-awaited comeback.
Zendaya Sparks Buzz After Quick Exit At ‘Euphoria’ Premiere

Zendaya’s appearance at the Los Angeles premiere immediately caught attention, but not for the usual reasons.
The actress, who has been balancing multiple major projects, arrived in a striking gown and posed briefly for photos.
However, her time on the carpet was noticeably short. She greeted a few familiar faces, including Hunter Schafer and creator Sam Levinson, before being quickly escorted away by her team.
She also chose not to speak with reporters, which didn’t go unnoticed by fans watching the event unfold.
For many, her swift exit felt telling. Zendaya has been involved in other high-profile projects, including “Dune: Part Three” and “The Drama,” and some fans interpreted her limited engagement as a sign she may be distancing herself from the HBO series.
The lack of visible interaction with Sweeney on the carpet only added fuel to speculation that tensions between the co-stars have not cooled.
Zendaya Reportedly Caught In Tension With Sydney Sweeney

Zendaya’s rumored distance has become even more noticeable as talk of friction between her and Sweeney continues to grow.
According to a production insider who spoke to the Daily Mail, differences on set may have contributed to the situation.
The source claimed, “Zendaya was definitely making more money than Sydney. Zendaya was the name coming on to the project and that wasn’t easy for Sydney, especially since she’s now a bigger name than she once was.”
The same insider described contrasting experiences working with both actresses. They described Zendaya as “very well liked” and “a pleasure to have around set,” adding, “She’s a total professional and very down to Earth, very kind and appreciative.”
On the other hand, Sweeney reportedly developed a reputation that divided opinion. While the source noted that many crew members enjoyed working with the actress, they also admitted, “When Sydney is on set, she definitely has a lot of demands as far as what she wants and needs to work, so that can be difficult for some.”
Zendaya Linked To Wider Cast Divide Involving Alexa Demie

Zendaya is not the only one being pulled into rumors of division among the cast. Another insider claimed that Sweeney and Alexa Demie have had their own issues behind the scenes.
“If there were any issues with anyone, Alexa Demie and Sydney would avoid each other. And people could tell there was no love lost between them; they definitely don’t like each other,” the source said.
Despite those claims, the two actresses appeared friendly during the premiere, even sharing a brief hug on the red carpet. However, fans online quickly labeled the interaction as “awkward” and “fake” after clips circulated.
Later at an after-party, Demie spoke warmly about her bond with several cast members, but noticeably did not include Sweeney.
“I’m always giggly when I get together with Hunter, Maude, and Z,” she told Vogue, referring to Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, and Maude Apatow.
“When any of us get together, it’s so special and fun. We know each other for so long now. We’re family and it’s pure fun to be with them,” she continued.
The omission only added to speculation that relationships within the group may have shifted.
Zendaya Navigates Past Dynamics With Jacob Elordi On Set

Zendaya’s history with co-star Jacob Elordi has also resurfaced as part of the broader conversation about on-set dynamics.
The two were previously linked romantically, sparking headlines after being spotted together in 2019 and early 2020.
While their relationship didn’t last, insiders say they managed to keep things professional when working together.
“Jacob and Zendaya were always professional with each other,” a source told the Daily Mail. They added that while the pair may not be close, they remain respectful, with interactions staying polite but limited.
The source also noted, “Jacob had great chemistry with everyone on set. He was well-liked and didn’t cause much of a problem,” suggesting that any past relationship did not create major disruptions during filming.
Zendaya’s current relationship with Tom Holland also reportedly caused no issues on set, with Holland occasionally visiting during production without any tension.
Zendaya Rumored Rift With Creator Sam Levinson Adds To Drama

Zendaya’s name has also been tied to ongoing speculation about tension with “Euphoria” creator Sam Levinson.
Reports previously suggested that their relationship became strained during the long delay between seasons, particularly as Levinson focused on another project.
An insider described his working style as intense, explaining, “Sam rubs people the wrong way. He is very intense and meticulous. Not everyone runs that way on set, but Sam wants what he wants.”
They added, “He is on his own time, his own wavelength and wants his story to be told by him and not take any notes or ideas from others.”
Meanwhile, Zendaya’s reduced behind-the-scenes involvement has also raised questions. After serving as an executive producer on earlier seasons, she is reportedly not credited in the same role for season three.
Recently, she hinted that the show may be nearing its end, saying, “I think so” when asked if the current season would be the last.
Levinson, however, appeared less certain, telling Entertainment Tonight at the premiere, “I’ve written every season of Euphoria like it’s the last season,” and adding, “If this is our last season, I’m happy.”
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