Kanye West and Bianca Censori reportedly heading for divorce after Grammys stunt, $5M settlement expected

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kanye West and Bianca Censori are reportedly set to divorce just 11 days after her controversial Grammys appearance.

The couple, who married in December 2022, have allegedly reached a $5 million settlement agreement, according to Daily Mail.

Kanye West and Bianca Censori's Grammys stunt sparks controversy

West and Censori's alleged split comes in the wake of a headline-making moment at the 67th Grammy Awards where Censori made a controversial appearance.

Reports claim West instructed her to "make a scene" to mirror the cover of his 'Vultures 2' album.

Kanye West and Bianca Censori's $5 million settlement and divorce plans

According to sources, Kanye West and Bianca Censori have verbally agreed on a $5 million settlement.

Censori is currently staying in their $35 million Beverly Park North home in Los Angeles while West’s whereabouts remain unknown.

Some speculate he may return to Tokyo, Japan, where he spent much of his time in 2024.

Outrage following Kanye West's anti-semitic rant

Days after the Grammys, Kanye West faced backlash for an anti-Semitic rant on X, where he expressed admiration for Hitler and referred to himself as a Nazi.

He further stirred controversy by selling $20 T-shirts bearing a swastika, prompting Shopify to shut down his store.

Although West claimed his statements were a "social experiment," the fallout was swift, with stars like Isla Fisher and David Schwimmer condemning his actions.

Kanye West defends red carpet stunt

Kanye West addressed the backlash, asserting his "dominion" over Bianca Censori but denying coercion, stating, "I don’t make her do anything she doesn’t want to."

He added that the Grammys outfit was the "best of all time."

West later praised his wife on social media, calling her "smart, talented, and brave."

"I keep staring at this photo like I was staring in admiration that night," the rapper wrote in a social media post.

Despite his defense, concerns about Censori’s wellbeing have persisted.

Inside Kanye West and Bianca Censori's relationship troubles

Kanye West and Bianca Censori wed in December 2022 following his divorce from Kim Kardashian.

Despite an initial honeymoon phase, their marriage was frequently marred by controversies, including a reported separation stunt in 2023.

Insiders suggested such stunts were attempts to divert attention from legal issues, including a lawsuit by former assistant Lauren Pisciotta alleging misconduct, which West has denied.

Amid the turmoil, West made further claims, stating he had been misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder and was actually autistic.

He also asserted he believed himself to be a former Emperor of Japan.