Kanye West, now legally known as Ye, and his wife Bianca Censori made headlines at the 2025 Grammy Awards for reasons both glamorous and controversial. On February 2, the couple arrived at the Crypto.com Arena, where speculation swirled about their participation based on Censori's eye-catching red carpet attire.
Despite widespread rumors claiming they had been escorted off the red carpet, multiple sources confirmed the couple walked the carpet before leaving voluntarily. Entertainment Weekly reported the couple strolled the red carpet amid much excitement, dispelling claims circulated by social media. The rumors intensified after Pop Base, with 1.8 million followers, shared claims alleging Ye and Censori had arrived uninvited and were escorted out, all purportedly based on content supposedly from Entertainment Tonight. This claim quickly circulated, garnering over 4.7 million views before being met with skepticism.
Censori's outfit amplified the speculation. She graced the red carpet draped initially in a luxurious black fur coat, soon shedding it to reveal little more than a sheer, thigh-length garment with no undergarments, leaving nothing to the imagination. Her daring fashion choice—a nude-translucent slip complete with clear flip-flop heels—signaled her confidence and willingness to make bold statements. "It's the first time the rapper has attended the Grammys since 2015," noted sources, drawing attention not just to the couple's look but also to the gravity of the evening.
Ye, maintaining his traditional fashion roots, opted for understated monochrome: black T-shirt and trousers paired with oversized boots and sunglasses. This coupled look diverged from his memorable red carpet appearances alongside ex-wife Kim Kardashian, marking not merely a fashion moment but also signifying milestones and changes across personal landscapes.
Behind the spectacle of their appearance, the music industry had its own narrative to tell. Ye was up for Best Rap Song for "Carnival," his collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign, though it eventually lost to Kendrick Lamar’s impressive track, "Not Like Us." This nomination alone placed Ye firmly back in the industry spotlight. "Ye has 24 total career wins and [it] seemed unlikely he wouldn't have been invited to the ceremony," noted insiders.
Following their brief red carpet excursion, Ye and Censori opted to leave rather than staying for the remainder of the ceremony. "[The rumors] are not true," affirmed sources close to the couple. "[Ye and Bianca] walked the carpet, got in his car and left.” This clarity emerged just as quickly as the original gossip had spread, illustrating the media's often tumultuous relationship with celebrity narratives.
While some speculate the choice to leave was influenced by Censori’s provocative attire, insiders maintain the decision was purely personal. Censori has maintained her status as a fashion provocateur ever since joining forces with Ye, consistently opting for clothing choices sparking conversation and sometimes outrage. This happens against the backdrop of upcoming fashion releases, as West recently noted his plans to sell skin-baring bodysuits as part of his new Yzy line.
With their spectacular appearance cementing their status as one of Hollywood's most talked-about couples, the red carpet debut proved more than just a celebration of music; it was also reflective of personal stories, changes, and the unpredictable nature of fame.