James Gunn supports Pete Davidson after Kanye West’s controversial ‘Eazy’ video

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James Gunn has defended Pete Davidson after Kanye West shared the music video for ‘Eazy’, where a Claymation character bearing a likeness to the comedian is buried alive.In a post on Twitter on Thursday (March 3), the Guardians Of The Galaxy director wrote: “For the record, Pete Davidson is one of the nicest, sweetest guys I know.

A truly generous, tender, and funny spirit, he treats everyone around him with respect.”Davidson worked with Gunn on The Suicide Squad, where he had a small role as mercenary Richard “Dick” Hertz.The tweet was “liked” by West’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian – who is currently dating Davidson.For the record, Pete Davidson is one of the nicest, sweetest guys I know.

A truly generous, tender & funny spirit, he treats everyone around him with respect.— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) March 3, 2022In the track ‘Eazy’, featuring The Game, West makes a direct reference to Davidson (“God saved me from that crash / Just so I can beat Pete Davidson’s ass”).The track’s video also shows a Claymation version of the comedian being buried in a bed of soil with his head exposed.

After a rose bush grows from his head, West is seen trimming the roses with a pair of gardening shears.A title card at the end of the video reads: “Everyone lived happily ever after, except Skete you know who – JK he’s fine.” The rapper has previously referred to Davidson as “Skete” on multiple occasions.Earlier this week, it was reported that Kardashian has been granted single status by a judge as she looks to finalise her divorce from West.