Kanye West Biography
Kanye Omari West was born on June 8, 1977, in Atlanta, Georgia. He began as a producer before pursuing rap. His debut The College Dropout was a critical triumph. His Yeezy collaboration with Adidas made him a billionaire before it was terminated.
Personal Life
Who are Kanye West's parents?
Ray West, Donda West
Was Kanye West married?
| Name | Married | Divorced |
|---|---|---|
| Kim Kardashian | 2014 | 2022 |
| Bianca Censori | 2023 | N/A |
Did Kanye West have children?
Kanye West had 4 children: North West, Saint West, Chicago West, Psalm West.
What religion was Kanye West?
Kanye West was Christianity.
What was Kanye West's ethnicity?
Kanye West was of African American heritage.
Career Highlights
Albums
- The College Dropout (2004)
- Late Registration (2005)
- Graduation (2007)
- 808s & Heartbreak (2008)
- My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010)
- Yeezus (2013)
- The Life of Pablo (2016)
- Donda (2021)
Awards
- 24 Grammy Awards
- Billboard Music Awards
- BET Awards
Facts About Kanye West
- He changed his legal name to Ye in 2021
- His Yeezy deal with Adidas was worth $1.5 billion before termination
- He ran for US President in 2020
- His mother Donda died from cosmetic surgery complications in 2007
Kanye West Quotes
"If you have the opportunity to play this game of life you need to appreciate every moment."
Legacy
Kanye West is one of the most influential and controversial figures in music history. My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy is considered one of the greatest albums of the 21st century.
Sources
📖 Wikipedia📖 Billboard📖 Forbes
Last verified: 2026-05-19