Kylie Jenner has issued a statement expressing condolences for the victims of the Astroworld festival tragedy while also supporting its founder and her partner, Travis Scott, who has come under criticism for not stopping the show sooner.
Police have said eight people, including one as young as 14, died and scores were injured after a packed and chaotic crowd at the rapper’s concert in his hometown of Houston surged towards the stage. Investigations are ongoing into the case. Kylie, who is pregnant, attended the show with her and Travis’ 3-year-old daughter, Stormi WebsterAnd a sister Kendall JennerAll three were safe and sound, as they are usually accompanied by their bodyguards.
Kylie posted a statement on Instagram on Saturday, November 6th, saying that Travis and she were “broken and devastated”. “My thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to those who were killed or injured in any way. [sic]Yesterday’s events. Travis is someone I know deeply cares about his Houston fans.