Lauren Weiler | Showbiz Cheat Sheet Senior Writer

Violet Affleck Is Going No Contact With Jennifer Lopez Because of ‘How Upset’ Ben Affleck Became, Source Says

Lauren Weiler — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 22:30:16 +0000

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finalized their divorce in early 2025 after officially calling it quits on their marriage in August 2024. Ben and Jennifer Garner’s kids, Violet, Fin, and Samuel Affleck, grew quite close to Lopez and her twins, Emme and Max Muñiz. Violet also established a close relationship with Lopez, as they were often spotted shopping together in the Hamptons. Unfortunately, a source now says Violet feels “used” as a “pawn” in her father and stepmother’s divorce.

Violet Affleck allegedly cut contact with Jennifer Lopez after Lopez’s divorce from Ben Affleck

Jennifer Lopez and Violet Affleck reportedly had a wonderful stepmother and stepdaughter relationship. They were often spotted shopping together without Ben Affleck present. Violet also once wore the same dress Lopez owned, which raised eyebrows. Additionally, Lopez’s sister visited Violet at Yale in November 2024 — months after Lopez and Ben officially filed for divorce.

While Violet and Lopez seemed like they wanted to have a lifelong relationship with each other, that’s allegedly over. “Violet felt like she was used as a pawn so to speak during her dad’s split from J.Lo,” an insider told DailyMail.com.

The insider noted that Violet saw “how upset her father was that their split was at the center of everything,” which is part of the reason she doesn’t want contact with Lopez. “Ben never said a word about J.Lo.” The source added, “Violet is highly intelligent and will ultimately always be a daddy’s girl. This is why you do not see her on public outings with J.Lo anymore.”

Jennifer Garner “supported her daughter getting close to the singer because she always puts her children first,” the source added. However, Violet continuing to hang out with Lopez post-divorce started to raise red flags. Garner also allegedly found it strange when Lopez’s sister visited Violet at college. “But Jen even let this slide, because she wants Violet to be happy and respects that, as an adult, she can choose who to spend her time with even if Jen does not necessarily agree,” the insider continued.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner allegedly found Violet Affleck’s affinity for Jennifer Lopez ‘very confusing’

Actors Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez at the premiere of ‘AIR’ on March 27, 2023 | Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner seemed to have their concerns over Violet Affleck’s close relationship with Jennifer Lopez. While Lopez and Violet became close during Lopez’s marriage to Ben, Ben and Garner likely thought it would taper off. An insider told DailyMail.com that Violet’s “strong attachment” to Lopez was “quite confusing.”

“Violet has a strong attachment to J.Lo and her family,” the insider said in November 2024. “It’s quite confusing to Ben and Jen [Garner] because they do not understand why Violet is so adamant on keeping her close.”

The source added that Violet didn’t want to “lose” the “bond” she developed with Lopez over the last few years.

“It is unfortunate that her dad didn’t work things out with J.Lo, but it also didn’t work out with him and her mom, and she would rather keep the peace than have any issues,” they continued. “Violet doesn’t want to lose that bond.”

The oldest Affleck child allegedly wanted her father and J.Lo to work through their differences

Violet Affleck allegedly never wanted Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez to get a divorce. Yet another insider told DailyMail.com that she wished her father would’ve stayed with the award-winning multihyphenate.

“Violet does wish her dad Ben would stay with J.Lo,” the source said in August 2024, shortly after Lopez hit Ben with divorce papers. “She wasn’t living in their house and did not see the extent of the breakdown, but she got extremely close to J.Lo over the past couple of years, and it broke her heart when they split.”

Another insider alleged that Violet “championed” her father getting back together with Lopez, as she considered Lopez’s twins as her siblings. “Ben has been so amazing to Max and Emme and is a wonderful father and father figure, so of course they would all love for their parents to find a way to be together,” the second source explained.

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Kanye ‘Ye’ West Questions Whether Cassie Ventura ‘Extorted’ Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

Lauren Weiler — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:47:10 +0000

Kanye “Ye” West is back on X — for now. West continued his antics online after he and Bianca Censori performed a stunt on the 67th Annual Grammy Awards red carpet. He took to X to announce that he identifies as a Nazi and briefly sold swastika T-shirts on the Yeezy website. Even more recently, West questioned whether Casandra “Cassie” Ventura had “extorted” Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Kanye ‘Ye’ West questioned Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ ex, Cassie Ventura, on X

R&B singer Casandra “Cassie” Ventura and Sean “Diddy” Combs were in a relationship from 2007 to 2018. In 2023, she sued Combs for raping, sex trafficking, and physically abusing her during their romance. Combs and Ventura settled just a day after Ventura’s legal team filed in court. However, that was just the beginning of Combs’ troubles, as Ventura’s allegations led many others to come forward and sue Combs for alleged abuse.

In 2024, hotel surveillance footage from 2016 showed Combs grabbing, kicking, and attacking Ventura in a lobby. This strengthened Ventura’s claims against Combs.

Combs is currently held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn following the Homeland Security raids on his property in 2024. He’s accused of sexual assault, harassment, racketeering, and sex trafficking, and is set to head to trial in May 2025.

During Kanye “Ye” West’s first set of X rants in 2025, he posted, “FREE PUFF.” He then called on President Donald Trump to free the hip-hop mogul. In yet another X post, he accused others in Hollywood of allowing Combs to “rot” in prison.

On Feb. 21, 2025, West returned to X with more controversial statements. “Did Cassie extort Puff?” he wrote.

A source alleged that Kanye West is ‘terrified’ by the allegations against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and Kanye West at the GQ Magazine 50th Anniversary Party in 2007 | Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage

Kanye “Ye” West returned to the U.S. in early 2025 after spending several months in Tokyo, Japan. He and Bianca Censori lived abroad while he worked on his next album, Bully. While in Japan, West was hit with several lawsuits in the States. A source told DailyMail.com that the rapper planned on staying abroad because of the multiple lawsuits and because he was “terrified” of the allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs.

“Kanye’s reasoning for not being [in America] has nothing to do with his children and has everything to do with the multiple lawsuits that he is facing in the States,” a source told the publication. ” … With all this stuff with Diddy, Kanye is terrified.”

However, West doesn’t appear too bothered by the lawsuits against him. He took to Twitter on Feb. 21, 2025, to speak out against his ex-employee, Lauren Pisciotta, who’s suing him.

The hip-hop mogul’s lawyer quit his case with a mysterious message

Kanye “Ye” West supports Sean “Diddy” Combs despite the mounting evidence against Combs. However, Combs might be facing a new crisis after his lawyer, Anthony Ricco, quit his case in February 2025. Ricco issued a motion to withdraw from the case with a cryptic message.

“Although I have provided Sean Combs with the high level of legal representation expected by the court, under no circumstances can I continue to effectively serve as counsel for Sean Combs,” Ricco stated, according to The U.S. Sun. “There are sufficient reasons (related to the protections afforded by the attorney/client privilege) for brevity in my application for withdrawal as counsel in this case.”

Ricco’s decision to exit the case will not delay Combs’ trial date or prevent Combs from moving forward with the case.

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Travis Kelce Nearing Deadline on NFL Retirement, and He’s ‘Leaning’ in a Direction

Lauren Weiler — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:05:00 +0000

Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs faced a disappointing defeat after Super Bowl LIX. While Kelce hoped to celebrate another Super Bowl win with Taylor Swift, the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the game. Now, fans wonder whether Kelce plans on retiring from the NFL and pursuing an entertainment career. Here’s what to know about his retirement decision deadline and which way he’s allegedly “leaning.”

Travis Kelce needs to decide on his NFL retirement by March 14, 2025

Travis Kelce didn’t have his desired outcome with Super Bowl LIX. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end left the game feeling disappointed, as he hoped to help the Chiefs attain a three-peat. The loss might also impact his projected NFL retirement timeline. Kelce reportedly has to decide on his NFL career by March 14, 2025.

According to The Athletic, Kelce’s current contract runs through next season and includes an $11.5 million roster bonus due March 15, 2025.

Kelce discussed his future with sports personality Stephen A. Smith before Super Bowl LIX. Kelce explained how his desire to retire “changes every day,” though Taylor Swift is encouraging him to continue playing.

“I’ll reevaluate it like I always do, and I’ll probably tell myself how much I love this thing, and I’ll come back next year,” Kelce admitted during the interview. “But, it’s something you have to keep in perspective. I never want to get to the point where I’m not helping this team win or I’m hurting this team more than I’m helping this team.”

Another insider told DailyMail.com that Kelce didn’t feel ready to retire just yet. “Whether the Chiefs win or lose, he would want to either go for the four-peat or avenge losing in the Super Bowl and would love to try to get back there,” they concluded.

Travis Kelce is reportedly ‘leaning’ toward returning to the NFL

Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) walk off the field after the trophy ceremony following the Chiefs 32-29 victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 | Emily Curiel/Kansas City Star/Tribune News Service via Getty Images

The sources claiming Travis Kelce wants to return to the NFL may be correct. Dianna Russini of The Athletic discussed the rumors on The Rich Eisen Show in February 2025. According to Russini, Kelce is “leaning” toward not retiring just yet.

“I can just tell you from just having a few conversations with people around the league over the last few days, there’s definitely a sense that Travis is going to try to play more,” Russini said, per KC Kingdom. “I haven’t heard anyone say, ‘Yeah, he’s really struggling with what he wants to do.’ It’s definitely leaning more toward that.”

As for how the Chiefs feel about Kelce potentially returning, Russini noted, “They feel pretty good that Travis has got a little bit more left in him.”

The Kansas City Chiefs tight end is still making moves in Hollywood

While Travis Kelce will likely choose to stick with the NFL for additional seasons, he still has one hand in the Hollywood pot. In 2025, he’s credited as an executive producer on the film My Dead Friend Zoe, starring Morgan Freeman and Ed Harris. Additionally, Kelce continues to host Are You Smarter than a Celebrity?, and he worked with Adam Sandler on Happy Gilmore 2 and showed his acting chops in Ryan Murphy’s Grotesquerie.

“Being part of My Dead Friend Zoe as an executive producer has been an incredible experience,” Kelce stated in February 2025, according to People. ” … My hope is to continue working on meaningful projects like this — stories that entertain, inspire, and make a real impact.”

The film’s director, Kyle Hausmann-Stokes, called it an “honor” to have Kelce as an executive producer.

New opportunities beyond the NFL continue to open for Kelce. “It’s been a fast, smart, efficient effort to capitalize on his sudden superstardom, and he’s done in weeks what it took Tom Brady and LeBron James years to do: establish himself as a credible actor, on-camera host, and producer to the biggest decision-makers in film and television,” an insider told Life & Style in May 2024.

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Taylor Swift Won’t Let Justin Baldoni Lawsuit ‘Destroy’ Blake Lively Friendship Despite Needing ‘Space,’ Sources Say

Lauren Weiler — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:54:11 +0000

Taylor Swift has officially become involved in the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni It Ends With Us lawsuits. Lively started the legal battle by suing Baldoni for sexual harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, infliction of emotional distress, invasion of privacy, and lost wages. Baldoni’s countersuit alleges that Lively and Reynolds’ actions resulted in defamation and extortion. As for Swift, she allegedly doesn’t want the lawsuits to “destroy” her friendship with Lively, but she may need “space.”

Taylor Swift allegedly wants to continue her friendship with Blake Lively despite feeling ‘hurt’

Blake Lively’s texts involved Taylor Swift in her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni. Swift and Baldoni only met once, but Lively texted Baldoni about the “dragons” she has on her side. It’s believed that Swift acts as one of her “dragons,” as does Ryan Reynolds.

“I happen to have a few dragons,” Lively texted Baldoni, according to People. “For better or worse, but usually for better. Because my dragons also protect those I fight for. So really we all benefit from those gorgeous monsters of mine. [Smiley-face emoji] you will too, I can promise you.”

Baldoni’s lawsuit against Lively states, “[He] was not just dealing with Lively. He was also facing Lively’s ‘dragons,’ two of the most influential and wealthy celebrities in the world, who were not afraid to make things very difficult for him.”

Lively was noticeably absent from Super Bowl LIX, which she was expected to attend with Swift. An insider told Page Six that Swift “wants nothing to do with” the lawsuits. “She has always been a loyal friend to Blake and doesn’t appreciate being thrown into this at all,” they continued.

The insider added that Swift “needs space” from Lively. “Taylor is really hurt by this whole situation and feels like a pawn,” they claimed.

That said, another source told In Touch Weekly that Swift doesn’t want to let the legal drama interfere with her longstanding friendship with Lively.

“Taylor is close with Blake, and her family and is even godmother to Blake’s kids,” the second source explained. “Justin’s lawsuit may be a nightmare, but they would never let something like this destroy them.”

Justin Baldoni’s lawyer says he might depose Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift’s 2024 Super Bowl suite, which included Blake Lively | Patrick T. Fallon/AFP/Getty Images

Taylor Swift isn’t a major player in Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s lawsuits. However, Baldoni’s lawyer says he still might depose Swift if she can provide useful evidence.

“I don’t know that we’re going to depose Taylor Swift or not,” Bryan Freedman said on TMZ’s Two Angry Men podcast. “I think that that’s gonna be probably a game-time decision. … Anyone that reasonably has information that can provide evidence in this case is going to be deposed. I mean, for sure.”

Freedman didn’t elaborate on Swift’s possible involvement. However, the show posited that Lively and Ryan Reynolds will do everything in their power to keep Swift out of it.

“My assumption is that they’re probably going to take some legal actions that are beyond the bounds of decency, and we’ll see if they can try to avoid a deposition,” Freedman continued.

The pop sensation allegedly has ‘no interest in influencing or controlling’ Blake Lively

Taylor Swift and Blake Lively have a friendship dating back to 2015. An insider told DailyMail.com that Swift is “confused” by Justin Baldoni’s claims, as he said Swift made him feel as if he “needed to comply with Blake’s direction for the script” of It Ends With Us.

“Taylor is proud of the film because her music was featured in it, which gave her a sense of involvement, though she wasn’t fully aware of the extent of the project’s developments,” the insider explained. “She is confused by the claims in the suit, as her connection to Blake is purely a friendship, with no interest in influencing or controlling Blake’s projects.”

The source added that Swift “was simply being polite” when she met Baldoni. “She was polite to him as she is to everyone she meets.”

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Ben Affleck ‘Not Super Concerned’ for Jennifer Garner Despite Wildfires Taking a ‘Big Toll’ on Her, Source Says

Lauren Weiler — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:29:17 +0000

Jennifer Garner reportedly helped Ben Affleck through significant life changes in 2024. Jennifer Lopez served Affleck divorce papers last August, prompting Affleck to seek comfort from his first ex-wife. Additionally, Affleck and Garner share three children, and their proximity to each other makes it easy for the family to spend time together. Recently, Garner expressed her deep grief over the LA wildfires that claimed the life of one of her friends — and a source said Affleck is “not super concerned” over his ex-wife’s mental state.

Ben Affleck is not ‘concerned’ for Jennifer Garner despite Garner spending ‘every waking hour’ helping with the wildfires

Jennifer Garner has a lot of compassion for those affected by the LA wildfires. While Garner’s home was spared, she spoke to MSNBC about the massive loss for her friends and community. Additionally, she lost a friend in the fires, which she noted she wasn’t ready to fully open up about at the time.

“I did lose a friend, and for our church, it’s really tender,” Garner said. “So, I don’t feel like I should talk about her yet. But yeah, I did lose a friend who did not get out in time.”

“My heart bleeds for my friends,” Garner continued. ” … I can just write out a list of 100 friends who lost their homes. I feel almost guilty walking through my house. Just, what can I do? How can I help? What can I offer?”

An insider told DailyMail.com that Garner is busy taking action every single day in her community, though her friends want her to “relax.”

“Jen has been dedicating every waking hour to helping her friends who have lost everything in the fires,” the insider alleged. “She is helping her church, and she has been going nonstop. She needs to take some time to relax, but that is not how Jen is — not when she is passionate about something. The fires took a big toll on her, and she lost a friend.”

The source added that the fires came “on the heels” of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s split, “which wore her out.”

“To Ben, Jen is superwoman,” the insider continued. “She has saved him many times, and there is nothing in the world he would not do for her.”

While Affleck sees everything Garner is doing for her community, the source noted he’s “not super concerned for her,” as he knows her capabilities. However, if she needs him, “he would drop everything to make sure she is OK.”

Ben Affleck fled to Jennifer Garner’s place amid the wildfire evacuation orders

Actors Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner in 2018 in Los Angeles | BG004/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

Ben Affleck moved into a new home in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles following his and Jennifer Lopez’s split. During the LA wildfire evacuations, Affleck headed to Jennifer Garner’s place nearby. Thankfully, Affleck’s home still stands.

“Ben’s home is still under evacuation order, but he feels so grateful his property is safe for the time being,” an insider told Page Six in January 2025.

The source added that Affleck also had a desire to help his community members negatively affected by the flames. “Ben knows many people who unfortunately lost their homes,” they continued. “He has seen a lot of devastation, and it’s beyond tragic. … Ben is reaching out to anybody he can to help.”

The exes ‘developed a mutual respect and a deeper level of friendship’ post-divorce, a source says

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck’s friendship post-divorce has the media wondering what’s going on with the exes. While Garner has been dating her boyfriend, John Miller, since 2018, she appeared to spend more time with Affleck than ever in 2024. Affleck went to Garner’s place for the holidays, and they were spotted out together on multiple occasions during Affleck’s tumultuous pre-divorce period with Jennifer Lopez.

Despite what outsiders may think, Garner and Affleck are just good friends. They intend on keeping their platonic relationship solid for the good of their three kids.

“Ben and Jen are closer than ever,” a source told Life & Style in December 2024. “They’ve developed a mutual respect and a deeper level of friendship they didn’t have before.”

The source added that Garner “has watched” Affleck “evolve” over time. “She’s seen the progress and the transformation, and it’s changed how she feels about him.” As for Affleck, he knows Garner “was the best thing to ever happen to him.”

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Bianca Censori Allegedly Once Declared She Was Going to ‘Cancel’ Kanye West Before Dating Him

Lauren Weiler — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:27:46 +0000

Kanye “Ye” West and Bianca Censori have become the center of media attention following their stunt on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards. Since their bizarre behavior, West took to X to post antisemitic and hateful rants. Rumors also swirled that Censori and West were headed for divorce. Recently, fashion and culture journalist Louis Pisano interviewed an ex-Yeezy designer about his experience working for West. Here’s what the designer said about Censori once vowing to “cancel” her now-husband.

An ex-designer for Yeezy claims Bianca Censori once declared she planned to ‘cancel’ Kanye ‘Ye’ West

Bianca Censori doesn’t say much as Kanye “Ye” West’s wife. She often appears stoic in photos with the rapper, traveling beside him in skimpy, unique outfits that typically cause a stir in the media. During Censori and West’s red carpet stunt, she didn’t crack a smile as she dropped her coat and revealed her nude body beneath Yeezy’s “invisible dress.”

While Censori and West appear as a team in the public eye, Ex-Yeezy Senior Designer Pierre Louis Auvray spoke to journalist Louis Pisano about the early fractures between the couple. Censori reportedly started working for West’s fashion brand as an architectural designer at the end of 2020. She and West secretly tied the knot in December 2022. West and Kim Kardashian finalized their divorce in March 2022.

Auvray explained how West suddenly fired Censori and the rest of the architecture team from Yeezy in November 2021. Yeezy staffers claimed that Kardashian discovered West and Censori were having an affair. This allegedly led to the entire team’s termination. Auvray noted that a staffer close to Censori attended a house party where the architect allegedly claimed, “I’m going to cancel Kanye West.”

In the same article, Auvray described Kardashian as “really nice” and “sweet,” as he planned to work on a collaboration with her company, SKIMS. However, West allegedly wanted to hide Yeezy’s work from Kardashian. “He didn’t want her to see what we were working on,” Auvray noted.

Kanye West’s representative says he and Bianca Censori have no plans to divorce

Kanye West and Bianca Censori | Arnold Jerocki/Getty Images

Divorce rumors swirled around Kanye West and Bianca Censori in February 2025. The couple allegedly wasn’t doing well following their Grammy Awards stunt and West’s rants on X. Several insiders alleged that Censori was set to legally file for divorce and already contacted divorce attorneys.

However, Milo Yiannopoulos, the couple’s rep, verified with The Hollywood Reporter that the couple had no plans to separate.

“Ye and Bianca are in Los Angeles, about to enjoy Valentine’s Day together,” Yiannopoulos told the publication in mid-February. “Announcements about their private life will come from them directly, not unsourced rumor in the tabloid press. Is this the fifth or is it the sixth time the press has wrongly reported that Ye and Bianca are separating? I’ve lost track.”

Yiannopoulos also shot down the suggestion that West controls Censori. “There is a person controlling what Bianca Censori wears. The name of that person is Bianca Censori,” he said, adding that she is “the guiding creative intelligence and impetus behind the way she dresses.”

Kim Kardashian is allegedly ‘disgusted’ by her ex-husband’s recent stunts

Kim Kardashian allegedly didn’t approve of Kanye West and Bianca Censori’s Grammy Awards stunt. An insider told The U.S. Sun that she felt “disgusted and alarmed” by the couple’s presentation of themselves.

“Kim is disgusted and alarmed by Kanye’s stunt on a lot of different levels,” the source explained. “What makes her really furious is how he stood there, ordering Bianca to do really demeaning and humiliating things. She can see how he gets off on this as a power trip.”

Kardashian also allegedly worried about how West’s stunt would affect their four kids. “This is the example he’s setting for them,” the source continued. “North idolizes her dad, and what is Kim supposed to say now? As for Saint, Kim is worried about what his friends will say.”

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Bianca Censori Sent Disturbing Requests as Yeezy Architect, Ex-Senior Designer Claims

Lauren Weiler — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:20:08 +0000

The microscope is on Kanye “Ye” West and Bianca Censori’s relationship following their stunt at the Grammy Awards. Much of their romance remains a mystery, including their marriage dynamic. A former Yeezy senior designer recently made claims about Censori that shed light on who she might be outside of her marriage to West. Here’s what the designer alleged.

A former senior designer for Yeezy claimed Bianca Censori asked him to create racist images

Ex-Yeezy Senior Designer Pierre Louis Auvray spoke to fashion and culture journalist Louis Pisano about his experience working for Kanye “Ye” West’s brand. Auvray first received a message from a woman claiming to work at Yeezy in November 2019 after making his debut at the VFILES Spring/Summer 2020 show. West’s general manager, Laurence Chandler, called Auvray to discuss future collaboration with the rapper. By early 2020, Auvray flew to California to see what it was all about.

“I was making clothes, making graphics, prints — whatever Kanye wanted,” Auvray explained, according to the article posted to Substack. However, Auvray explained the chaotic work environment, where West would “constantly fire people” and rehire them later. He also noted that the top earners were typically fired first.

By 2021, the work environment shifted for the worse. “After 2021, it was just like abuse, manipulation, overworking,” Auvray noted. “It was the worst things you can think of.” That same year, Bianca Censori, who West recently hired as Yeezy’s architect, allegedly sent Auvray disturbing images and requests. Auvray said Censori sent him “graphic porn” and a racist request to remake the image of Edward Scissorhands.

“It was just bizarre, but at the time, I didn’t know what to make of it,” he explained.

Kanye West’s ex-assistant said Bianca Censori participated in ‘twisted and bizarre sexual behavior’

Kanye West and Bianca Censori at the 67th GRAMMY Awards | Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty Images

The ex-Yeezy designer isn’t the first to work with Kanye West and blow the whistle on Bianca Censori’s alleged behavior. West’s ex-assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, detailed allegations against Censori in an 86-page court filing against West.

The U.S. Sun explained that Pisciotta’s filing says West used his offices as a “sexual playground” to “feel powerful and secure.” The lawsuit alleges that West used “a mattress on the floor, pillows and a blanket in a private room or closet” to make a “makeshift bedroom.” West also allegedly hosted sex parties at luxury hotels, and Censori was his “former sex-party participant and coordinator.” Pisciotta’s filing calls Censori her husband’s “on-call sex party participant/employee.”

According to Pisciotta, Censori became used to West’s poor behavior and was not disturbed by how West mistreated Pisciotta. Censori allegedly participated in “twisted and bizarre sexual behavior, fantasy and foreplay” that resembled West’s mistreatment of Pisciotta.

Kanye West claims to have ‘dominion’ over his wife

Kanye West posted several antisemitic, hateful, and concerning rants on X before temporarily deleting his account. He claimed to have “dominion” over Bianca Censori in one rant.

“I have dominion over my wife,” West posted in all caps. “This ain’t no woke as feminist s***. She’s with a billionaire. Why would she listen to any of you dumb a** broke bitches.”

West also referenced his red carpet stunt with Censori, where she dropped her coat to reveal her nude body.

“She definitely wouldn’t have been able to do it without my approval, you stupid a** woke pawns,” he continued. “I have no respect or empathy for anyone living ‘cause no one living can f*** with me, but I do love some people and I give them favor.”

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How Travis Kelce’s Parents Really Felt About Taylor Swift Super Bowl Booing

Lauren Weiler — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:45:12 +0000

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift continue to spark engagement rumors after Super Bowl LIX. The Kansas City Chiefs lost to the Philadelphia Eagles, discouraging hopeful Swifties who dreamed that Travis might get down on one knee for Swift after the game. Additionally, during the Super Bowl, the crowd booed Swift when she appeared on the jumbotron, further upsetting fans. Here’s how Travis’ parents allegedly felt about the booing.

Travis Kelce’s parents, Donna and Ed Kelce, ‘felt awful’ for Taylor Swift following Super Bowl booing

Taylor Swift didn’t enjoy getting booed during Super Bowl LIX. She attended the Kansas City Chiefs versus Philadelphia Eagles game to cheer on Travis Kelce. While she didn’t do anything on her own accord to garner additional attention, the jumbotron featured her, causing the crowd to boo her.

“When the crowd erupts in boos, she appears visibly uneasy,” celebrity body language expert Inbaal Honigman told Casino.ca. “Her lips curl downward, and her eyes dart from side to side as she mouths, ‘What’s going on?’ This reaction reflects confusion, dismay, and even a hint of hurt.”

Swift appears to have a good relationship with Travis’ parents, Donna and Ed Kelce. Page Six reports the Kelce family wasn’t happy about the booing either.

“Travis’ family felt awful when Taylor was booed,” an insider told the publication, adding that the family thinks Swift has “a heart of gold.”

“They don’t think anybody deserves that,” they added.

Another source told DailyMail.com that Travis Kelce felt heartbroken to see his girlfriend get booed when she was there to support him. “Travis was aware of Taylor getting booed, and he felt helpless,” the insider said. “Seeing the look on her face got to him.”

Donna Kelce says her son doesn’t get ‘stressed’ by the public attention he’s gained from his relationship

Taylor Swift walks into the stadium alongside Donna Kelce prior to the game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 29, 2024 | Jamie Squire/Getty Images

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are one of the most discussed couples in 2025. Swifties have become NFL fans thanks to the couple, and NFL fans are also tuning into Swift’s hit albums. Donna Kelce discussed her son’s sudden “trajectory” with Extra.

“It just seems like his life is on a trajectory that is just rising every single day, and every time I turn around, I’m seeing him doing something different, whether it’s on the golf course or at a concert or whatever,” Donna explained. “He’s just having his best life right now.”

The interviewer asked Donna whether Kelce ever feels “stressed” by the newfound public attention.

“I don’t really think so,” she admitted. “He’s always been one to be in the limelight. He loves attention. He’s always dancing, always joking around, always having fun things done. He just loves life; he has a zest for life. And he’s just one of those individuals that wants to make sure everybody’s laughing and having a good time. So, a lot of the antics he does, whether it’s on the field or elsewhere, is just because — even with his clothes sometimes, he’s like, ‘I just wanted a smile out of people, you know?'”

Travis Kelce’s mother carefully swerved around a question about Taylor Swift

Donna Kelce intends to keep her answers to questions regarding Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift intentionally vague. In 2024, an interviewer with E! News asked the NFL mom what her favorite thing about Swift is.

“I don’t really know … it’s still new,” Donna answered. “I don’t really have any profound thoughts or anything like that. We just have the best time cheering Travis on.”

In a more recent interview with the Associated Press, Donna called Swift a “really decent human being,” proving she may open up more about Swift in the future.

“I try to find out peoples’ qualities and just admire them for what they do and what they are,” the NFL mom said. “And there’s nothing really in particular. It’s just a really decent human being I’ve really admired.”

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Kanye West Says He ‘Had to Fight for 5 Hours’ to Get Grammy Tickets, Hints It Started His X ‘Rampage’

Lauren Weiler — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:44:28 +0000

Kanye “Ye” West and Bianca Censori made a scene at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. Censori debuted Yeezy’s “invisible dress” on the red carpet, showing off her naked body after dropping her black fur coat with West by her side. The couple left the Grammys shortly after their red carpet stunt, causing viewers to wonder whether they received an invite to the star-studded event. Here’s what West recently tweeted about the incident.

Kanye ‘Ye’ West says he fought ‘for 5 hours’ for him and Bianca Censori to receive Grammy Awards tickets

Rapper Kanye West and his wife, Bianca Censori, attend the 67th GRAMMY Awards | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic

Kanye “Ye” West and Bianca Censori didn’t attend the 67th Annual Grammy Awards for long. Grammys executive producer Raj Kapoor told People that the couple was only invited to the red carpet and not the awards ceremony.

“From what I understand, they were there for the red carpet,” Kapoor explained. “I’m not sure if he was at Pre-Tel [a special pre-telecast presentation where most of the awards were handed out], which is at the Peacock Theater before the main show. But that award was definitely in Pre-Tel.”

After the Grammys and the Super Bowl, West took to X to share antisemitic and problematic rants. Shortly afterward, he left the platform. However, he returned on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, to discuss the Grammys in a now-deleted tweet.

“How could the Grammies nominate me then not give me tickets and then people mad when I go off,” he wrote, according to the New York Post. “I had to fight for 5 hours and call everyone I knew to get tickets to the Grammies. They eventually gave me tickets but only for the red carpet. At that point, I hadn’t started the rampage [sic].”

It’s unclear when West will return to X permanently.

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Wore Matching $76,000 Rings to BAFTAs

Lauren Weiler — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:06:43 +0000

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet made yet another public appearance proving they’re still strong. The couple turned heads when they began dating in 2023. Now, they’re proving the doubters wrong with their public support of each other. And they recently wore matching rings to the 78th British Academy Film Awards.

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet proved their love with matching $76,000 rings at the BAFTAs

Reality star Kylie Jenner and actor Timothée Chalamet attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2025 at The Royal Festival Hall on Feb. 16, 2025 | Carlo Paloni/BAFTA via Getty Images

Kylie Jenner is supporting Timothée Chalamet through awards season. She attended the Golden Globes to celebrate Chalamet’s nomination for A Complete Unknown. In mid-February 2025, she and Chalamet were spotted looking ultra-comfortable at the 78th British Academy Film Awards.

Photos of the couple from the event showed them holding hands and leaning into each other. Chalamet seemed to show more public displays of affection with Jenner than ever. And their matching Cartier Panthère rings prove their commitment to each other.

According to The U.S. Sun, Chalamet and Jenner sported the same white gold ring with brilliant-cut diamonds from the luxury French jeweler. The band includes black onyx spots and emeralds to look like a panther. The rings go for $76,000 each.

Fans on Reddit adore the couple’s matching rings.

“This is so adorable!” one fan wrote. “Perhaps a Valentine’s gift to each other?”

“It’s giving promise ring vibes,” another fan commented.

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