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Initial reports of Kanye West and Bianca Censori being escorted out of the 2025 Grammy Awards have been definitively debunked by Recording Academy sources. The power couple's brief appearance at the Crypto.com Arena on February 2 sparked widespread speculation, but the reality proved less dramatic than initial media coverage suggested.
A high-ranking source within the Recording Academy confirmed to TMZ that West, nominated for Best Rap Song for "Carnival" featuring Ty Dolla Sign, attended as an invited guest. "Kanye was an invited guest... and he wasn't forcibly removed from the event," the source stated, directly contradicting earlier reports of forced removal.
The appearance marked West's first Grammy attendance since 2015, making it particularly noteworthy given his controversial public statements in recent years. The couple's arrival generated significant attention, largely due to Censori's provocative attire – a completely sheer ensemble that pushed the boundaries of red carpet convention.
Law enforcement sources further corroborated the peaceful nature of the couple's departure, confirming that no complaints were filed regarding Censori's outfit choice. "No one ever complained about Censori's revealing ensemble," stated law enforcement officials to TMZ, dispelling rumors of dress code violations or security interventions.
While security personnel were visible around West during the event, sources clarified these individuals were part of his personal security detail rather than Recording Academy staff. The couple's early departure from the venue appears to have been entirely voluntary, with eyewitnesses noting they left in their own vehicle without any confrontation.
The incident highlights the often misleading nature of initial media reports surrounding high-profile events. As one veteran Grammy organizer noted, speaking on condition of anonymity, "The reality is often far less sensational than what gets reported in the heat of the moment."
This very Grammy appearance adds another chapter to West's complex relationship with the awards ceremony, coming at a time when his latest musical collaboration, "Carnival," has been making significant waves on the charts. The appearance, while brief, served to remind the music industry of his continued influence, despite his extended absence from the ceremony.
