Kanye West has been accused of battery in a LAPD report following an incident in Los Angeles where a man allegedly sexually assaulted and inappropriately touched his wife, Bianca Censori. The incident took place on April 16 near the Chateau Marmont hotel, where the 46-year-old rapper reportedly struck an unnamed male who had first 'pushed or grabbed' Bianca, as stated in the LAPD report obtained by TMZ.
In response to the allegations, Kanye's team released a statement emphasizing that the description of the incident as mere 'grabbing' was inadequate. They claimed that Bianca was physically assaulted, with the assailant putting his hands under her dress, grabbing her waist, spinning her around, and blowing her kisses. Kanye allegedly punched the man in retaliation, though the man did not require medical attention. Following the altercation, Kanye and Bianca reportedly left the scene.
Law enforcement officials were seen investigating the incident outside the hotel, with inquiries being made into the matter. This incident adds to Kanye West's already eventful year, as he recently made headlines for comparing himself to 'God' and expressing issues with Jesus in an interview. Additionally, Ye claimed that Adidas is selling 'fake' Yeezys and is facing a lawsuit from the company for $250 million.
On the music front, Kanye's most recent album, a collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign titled 'Vultures,' was released on the TIDAL music streaming platform on February 9, after being delayed from its initial release at the end of 2023. In a more personal update, Kanye reportedly replaced his teeth with $850,000 titanium grills inspired by a James Bond villain at the beginning of 2024.
As the investigation into the battery incident continues, Kanye West and Bianca Censori have yet to make further public statements regarding the matter.
