Bianca Censori's 'nude' Grammy look could cost Ye $20M
What's the story
Rapper Ye (formerly Kanye West) and his wife, Bianca Censori are likely to face the fallout of their recent controversial appearance at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Censori's "nude" outfit—a sheer, see-through slip dress that left little to the imagination—could cost Ye a lucrative $20 million international concert deal. He was set to perform two shows at Tokyo Dome in May, but investors are reportedly rethinking their support after the incident.
Investor reaction
Japanese investors 'upset' by Ye's Grammy stunt
A local source told Daily Mail that the Japanese investors backing Ye's upcoming concerts are "extremely upset" by his and Censori's actions at the Grammys, held on Sunday night (US time). The source described the incident as "creepy beyond belief" and suggested it is likely the investors will withdraw their funding. They added, "He has completely culturally misjudged Japan...He's just not welcome anymore."
Cultural clash
Ye's actions were seen as 'coercive control' in Japan
The source further explained that Japan is currently undergoing "a cultural awakening about women's rights," and the rapper's actions are seen as an act of coercive control. This is because Censori's revealing outfit at the Grammys was worn at Ye's encouragement. A lip reader told the Daily Mail that Ye instructed Censori to "make a scene" by dropping her coat and turning around, exposing her entire backside in a sheer mini dress.
Event controversy
Ye and Censori's controversial appearance at the Grammys
Ye and Censori reportedly crashed the Grammy Awards uninvited, where Ye was nominated for two awards. Their appearance ignited a debate on social media, with some questioning if Censori's outfit could be considered indecent exposure under California law. Despite the controversy, a source close to the Recording Academy told TMZ that Ye left the event of his own accord without any involvement from security officials or police.