Julia Fox Reveals Kanye West’s Control During Their Brief Relationship
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Julia Fox has shared candid details about her short-lived relationship with Kanye West, revealing the intense level of control the rapper exercised over her choices. The 34-year-old model, who dated West shortly after his divorce from Kim Kardashian, admitted she felt “used” and “dirty” during their time together. In her memoir, Down the Drain, Fox described their relationship as a “weird, twisted game” orchestrated by the Heartless rapper.
Reflecting on her experience, Fox said the relationship felt more like a “publicity stunt” than a genuine connection. She recalled feeling like a “prop” in West’s elaborate narrative, one that left her questioning her autonomy. Just days after the meeting, West reportedly signed two of Fox’s best friends as her stylists, dictating her wardrobe choices for public appearances.
According to Fox, the stylists followed West’s instructions, leaving her with little say in how she presented herself. “He told them exactly what I should wear in public,” Fox wrote, adding that she felt like her life was no longer her own.
In one particularly painful revelation, Fox shared that West suggested she undergo surgery. The suggestion came at a vulnerable time, shortly after she had given birth to her now-four-year-old son, making the comment even more hurtful.
Elsewhere in her memoir, Fox described feeling trapped and powerless as West controlled nearly every aspect of her public image. “I watch powerless as my life shrinks to fit inside cardboard boxes,” Fox wrote. “The new clothes he got me won’t fit inside my small place.”
The relationship, though brief, left a lasting impact on Fox, prompting her to reflect on the ways it undermined her sense of self. Fox’s memoir provides an intimate look at the challenges she faced during her time with West and sheds light on the dynamics of their relationship.
It also explores the broader theme of losing control in the face of overwhelming external forces, a struggle she says many can relate to. The model’s revelations have sparked conversations about power dynamics in relationships and the ways fame and influence can amplify those issues.
While Fox has since moved on, her experiences with West remain a poignant chapter in her story—one that she hopes will resonate with others who’ve felt similarly manipulated. For Julia Fox, sharing her story isn’t just about revisiting the past—it’s about reclaiming her voice and setting boundaries for the future.
