Rapper formerly known as Kanye West, now going by Ye, made a public appearance in Milan, Italy, attending a match between Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid at the San Siro Stadium on Tuesday. This game marked the first leg of the UEFA Champions League’s Round of 16. Opting for a mysterious look, Ye donned a black zip-up jacket paired with a full face mask covering his entire face. Accompanying him were his partner, Bianca Censori, and fellow rapper Ty Dolla $ign, who were photographed sitting alongside the “Donda” emcee during the match.
Ye’s presence alongside Bianca Censori, an Australian architectural designer, was notable given their recent marriage ceremony, which reportedly took place less than two months after Ye finalized his divorce from reality television star Kim Kardashian. The divorce was legally declared in March 2022 at Kardashian’s request following her filing in February 2021.
In addition to attending the match, Ye and Ty Dolla $ign have recently collaborated on their album “Vultures 1,” released on February 10. This release also marked the formation of their new hip-hop supergroup, ¥$. Despite receiving a mixed reception from fans and critics, the album debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 chart, earning Ye his 11th No. 1 album. The album’s success was attributed to sales equivalent to 148,000 units, including 168 million streams and 18,000 copies sold, according to tracking service Luminate.
“Vultures 1” holds particular significance for Ye as it marks his first studio effort since facing backlash for antisemitic remarks made in 2022, which had put his music and fashion career in a precarious position. Notably, the title track of the album faced criticism for its lyrics referencing relationships with Jewish women.
Despite the controversies surrounding Ye’s past remarks, his collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign on “Vultures 1” has defied expectations by topping the charts. However, ongoing criticism and scrutiny persist, with concerns raised about Ye’s potential denial of entry into Australia due to his past antisemitic comments.
In summary, Ye’s appearance at the UEFA Champions League match in Milan alongside Bianca Censori and Ty Dolla $ign underscores his continued presence in the music industry despite facing controversies. With the success of “Vultures 1,” Ye demonstrates resilience and artistic creativity, albeit amidst ongoing scrutiny and critique. As he navigates the complexities of fame and public perception, his actions and collaborations continue to provoke discussion and debate within both the music industry and broader society.