KSI has appeared in a video, apologising again for his use of the racial slur
Popular YouTube group the Sidemen join KSI in a second round of apologies following a video posted on Sunday , where social media star KSI used a racial slur while playing a spelling game similar to Countdown.
The 29 year old rapper and co-founder of Prime hydration apologised for using the word on Monday and announced he was taking a break from social media.YouTube group Sidemen also released a blanket statement on behalf of its 7 members after fans criticised the group for laughing at the racist remark.
In the video, he says: “I want you to know that I am genuinely ashamed and deeply sorry for any pain or suffering I have caused. “I realise that my words have consequences and as a public figure I have a responsibility to use my platform for good rather than perpetuating discrimination – and this week I have failed to do this.
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