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In this clip with Akademiks, DJ Vlad issued a public apology to Marlon Wayans for airing their business negotiations publicly. Vlad admitted to overstepping boundaries after a business disagreement, where Wayans had asked for a large fee to appear on VladTV. Vlad expressed that although he found some of Wayans' humorous roasts amusing, he took issue with Wayans' interpretation of their conflict as racially motivated, which Vlad deemed unnecessary. Highlighting his approach to maintaining professionalism, Vlad emphasized his respect for Wayans and regretted that the situation escalated the way it did.
Vlad also revealed his perspective on the economics of flying guests for interviews, noting it was often more cost-effective and maintained quality compared to remote interviews. Ultimately, Vlad hoped that Wayans and others in the industry would respect his platform and the significant viewership it has garnered over the years. Despite the misstep, Vlad remains open to future collaborations, aiming to move past the conflict with mutual professional respect.
