Kanye West, now known as Ye, has reaffirmed his position in the entertainment industry with the release of his latest album, Vultures, and successful fashion projects. In an interview with TMZ.com last February, Ye confidently declared his return to the top despite past financial struggles and controversies. Eton Venture Services confirmed his current net worth at $2.77 billion USD, a testament to his resilience in the face of adversity.
Ye revealed that he was perilously close to bankruptcy just months ago, attributing the precarious financial situation to his controversial actions.
"I'ma just be honest with y'all. I was two months from going bankrupt, and I put everything I had into it [the album and the Super Bowl advert]," said Kanye West.
The artist's wealth primarily stems from his robust music portfolio and sole ownership of the Yeezy mark. Despite previous claims of billionaire status, his net worth had not been verified until now.
The past year has been tumultuous for Ye, with numerous major brands severing ties due to his antisemitic remarks and the promotion of White Lives Matter T-shirts. Nonetheless, Ye stands firm in defending his right to express his beliefs.
"They got the right to their opinion — I got the right to my opinion," he stated.
His wife, Bianca Censori, serves as the Head of Architecture at Yeezy, reflecting their shared dedication to the brand. The couple resides in Italy alongside Ye's six children from his previous marriage to Kim Kardashian. The children, North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm, are adjusting to their new surroundings and lifestyle in Europe.
Ye's journey emphasizes the importance of diversifying one's skills and assets. He credits his survival in the industry to his multifaceted talents.
"If I didn't have the various skill sets of music and clothing and the fanbase, they would have been able to destroy me. But because we had all those skill sets, somehow I'm here inside of this universe able to fight," he explained.
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