Kanye West’s latest antics may cost him a $20 million concert deal in Japan, insiders told RadarOnline.com. The rapper, 47, had his wife, Bianca Censori, drop her coat at the Grammys, revealing a sheer dress. Japanese promoters now threaten to pull funding over the bold move.
Grammy Shock Sparks Outrage
West whispered to Censori, 30, to make a scene by shedding her fur coat on the red carpet. She followed orders, flaunting a nearly naked look that stunned onlookers. The stunt, tied to wildfire relief efforts, drew sharp criticism for its timing.
A source said Japanese investors backing his Tokyo Dome shows feel furious. They see West’s act as a cultural misstep, especially amid Japan’s growing MeToo push. Critics there label it coercive control, leaving promoters ready to ditch the deal.
Cultural Clash in Japan
West, living in Tokyo for a year, misjudged local tolerance, the insider noted. The source added that Japan’s focus on women’s rights clashes with his behavior. Many in the country find the Grammy display creepy and unacceptable, they explained.
The couple skipped the ceremony, where West’s “Carnival” lost Best Rap Song to Kendrick Lamar. Their exit didn’t soften the backlash over disrespecting the event’s charity vibe. For some, it’s another mark against West after his anti-Semitic rants.
A PR expert argued West still wins with all the media buzz. Every outlet covers it, and he thrives on any attention, they said. Still, the $20 million loss could sting if Japan pulls out.
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