Quick Info
| Profession | Rapper, record producer, singer, songwriter, fashion designer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 08/06/1977 |
| Age | 49 years |
| Birthplace | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
Latest News about Kanye West
The Wireless Festival in the UK faced significant backlash and the departure of major sponsors, including Diageo and Pepsi, after confirming Ye as the main act for all three evenings in July. The announcement sparked outrage among politicians and the public due to Ye's controversial history, leading sponsors to withdraw their support for the 2026 festival[2][3].
Ye is continuing work on his twelfth solo studio album titled *BULLY*, which insiders and multiple sources expected to release on March 20, 2026. The album is set to be a significant addition to his solo career as he remains active in music production[1].
Ye, the artist previously known as Kanye West, placed a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal to apologize for his recent antisemitic actions and express regret for hurting others. He stated he is not a Nazi or antisemite and loves Jewish people, linking his past actions, including admiration for Adolf Hitler, to his untreated bipolar I disorder during a period when he had stopped taking medication[4].
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Kanye Omari West |
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| Known As | Kanye West, Ye |
| Legal Name | Ye |
| Years Active | 1993–present |
| Notable For | Music production, solo rap career, and fashion design |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Polaris School for Individual Education |
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| College | Chicago State University (attended) |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Partner | Bianca Censori |
| Ex-Spouse | Kim Kardashian |
Family
| Mother | Donda West |
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| Father | Ray West |
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Career
| Debut Album | The College Dropout (2004) |
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Style Quotient
| Signature | Often associated with luxury streetwear, high-fashion collaborations, and bold stage/fashion statements |
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Social Media
| X | https://x.com/kanyewest |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He first gained recognition as a producer before launching a solo rap career. | |
| 2. He legally changed his name to Ye in October 2021. | |
| 3. He had been publicly using the nickname Ye since 2018. |