Kanye West Won't Be Charged For Throwing Paparazzi's Phone: Report

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Celebrity Sightings In Los Angeles - October 28, 2022
LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 28: Kanye West aka Ye is seen on October 28, 2022 in Los Angeles, California (Photo by MEGA/GC Images)
Ye confronted the paparazzi after they followed him to the facility where his daughter North West plays basketball.

We haven't heard much from Kanye West besides his paparazzi run-ins. On more than one occasion in recent months, West has confronted photogs who have continued to follow his every move. Many, if not all, are hoping to catch Ye traveling around with his rumored wife, Bianca Censori. The pair are said to have privately wed months ago, not long after West's divorce from Kim Kardashian was finalized. Neither the Rap icon nor his purported second wife has addressed the reports, but in his spats with the paparazzo, West has referred to Censori as his bride.

One of these arguments occurred in January when West was reportedly near where his daughter, North West, was playing basketball. The paparazzi were following West closely in their vehicles, and that didn't sit well with the devoted dad. A video of the confrontation made its way online, and it showed West stopping traffic in the middle of the street and speaking with the woman as she continued to film from her car. "Y'all not gon' run up on me like that," he said pointedly. He told her to stop filming, but she argued he was a celebrity. Then, the rapper grabbed her phone from her hand and tossed it.

Kanye West Avoids Charges

According to an update provided by TMZ, Kanye will avoid charges. The outlet stated that the Ventura County District Attorney's office did share a press release about the incident stating they wouldn't pursue legal action against West. The phone in question only "suffered minor damage," specifically the $30 case encompassing the device. Additionally, the woman involved told the authorities she didn't want to press charges.

In a separate incident, during a late-night stop, West and Censori were being followed by a different photographer. It was something that irked the music star, and he quickly approached the man in waiting. Once again, the paparazzo defended his actions, stating that he wasn't close to the couple and only wanted to take a few photos. West wasn't moved, replying that he nor Censori wanted to be filmed by strangers tailing them wherever they went.

What's Next, Ye?

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Kanye West leaving the Burberry S/S 2022 Catwalk Show during London Fashion Week September 2022 on September 26, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Neil Mockford/GC Images)

As the future of Yeezy hangs in the balance—or as Adidas tries to figure out how they will unload their product—people have been waiting for more news from Kanye West. It's rumored that Ye is laying low and plotting his next political move as campaigns for the 2024 Presidential Election quickly approaches. Yet, West can't get from under that scandalous Nazi propaganda run he had, but his supporters continue to stand by his side.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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