Bianca Censori Dragged Into Kanye West's Legal Battle Over Malibu Mansion
Australian architect Bianca Censori could soon find herself in a courtroom showdown involving her husband, controversial rapper and fashion designer Kanye West. Fresh legal documents reveal that a former employee plans to call Censori as a witness in an ongoing lawsuit concerning West's radical Malibu mansion renovation.
Witness Summons and Trial Details
According to US entertainment outlet TMZ, former project manager Tony Saxon has formally flagged Bianca Censori as someone he wants to testify when the matter heads to trial on February 21. The specific reasons why Censori's evidence would be relevant have not been detailed publicly, but her potential involvement adds a significant new layer to an already complex legal situation.
The lawsuit centers on allegations made by Saxon, who claims he was hired in 2021 to manage renovations at West's beachfront Malibu property. Saxon alleges he worked exhausting 16-hour shifts, looked after the property around the clock, and oversaw what he describes as a radical design transformation of the luxury home.
Allegations of Extreme Renovations and Safety Concerns
In court filings, Saxon accuses West of ordering extreme changes to the property that raised major safety concerns. These allegedly included removing windows and disconnecting power from the mansion. Saxon further claims tensions escalated dramatically after he questioned the safety of running generators inside the house, stating he was warned he would be viewed as "an enemy" if he didn't comply with these potentially dangerous directives.
The former project manager says he was dismissed shortly after raising these safety concerns and claims he subsequently slept on the floor of the abandoned mansion while acting as 24/7 security and caretaker of the property. Saxon is now seeking compensation for alleged unpaid wages and labor breaches related to his work on the controversial renovation project.
West's Response and Property History
Kanye West has strongly denied all claims made by Saxon in the lawsuit. In previous court filings, West's legal team argued that any alleged losses were not his responsibility and formally asked the court to dismiss the case entirely. The legal battle continues as both sides prepare for the February 21 trial date.
The Malibu house at the center of this dispute, which West is believed to have purchased for approximately $57 million, was reportedly gutted during renovations and later abandoned. A new buyer purchased the property in 2024, adding another chapter to the mansion's tumultuous history.
Censori's Silence and Recent Public Appearances
Bianca Censori has not publicly addressed the lawsuit as it remains before the courts. The potential courtroom appearance comes after the 31-year-old architect conducted a bizarre interview using a body double to answer questions, during which she stated she doesn't "seek backlash" with her frequently revealing outfits that have drawn significant media attention.
The upcoming trial promises to shed new light on the controversial renovation project and could potentially involve intimate details about the couple's involvement with the Malibu property. Legal experts suggest Censori's testimony could prove crucial in determining the outcome of the case, particularly regarding the working conditions and safety concerns raised by the former project manager.
