Kanye West’s custom Maybach was towed from the iconic Château Marmont hotel on Tuesday, where a photographer captured images of the rapper’s luxury car being hauled away by a tow truck.
West, 48, had been seen earlier in the day with his partner, Bianca Censori, in Los Angeles, before traveling to New York City to attend the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, whom West has publicly supported.
The Château Marmont, a favorite hotspot for Hollywood celebrities, is notorious for its limited parking, which may have contributed to West’s vehicle being towed.
This incident comes amid a year of controversy for West, particularly surrounding his social media activity.
Earlier in the year, the rapper faced backlash for promoting antisemitic views, including posting swastikas on clothing items he sold via his Yeezy website. Shopify removed the offensive merchandise, but West later claimed that the company reinstated his account.
His ongoing controversies have drawn condemnation, especially for his statements and actions involving Nazi symbols, which were seen by many as deeply problematic.
Despite the backlash, West publicly declared in May that he was “done with antisemitism,” following his earlier incendiary comments.
However, his complex relationship with these issues continues to be a source of public scrutiny.
Van Lathan, a podcaster who had a notable clash with West in 2018, criticized the rapper in February, calling him “the slow kid in the Black community’s class.” Lathan also condemned West’s disregard for the dignity of others in favor of wealth, telling him that no amount of money could replace the love and respect people should have for one another.
West’s attempts to repair his image have been met with mixed reactions. His journey through public controversies, including his recent actions and tweets, continues to stir debates on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
For now, the rapper’s actions remain under close scrutiny as he navigates the fallout from his controversial public persona.