Julia Fox is now reflecting on her brief but impactful romance with rapper Kanye West. In an exclusive interview with The Times, published on October 12, the actress and model expressed regret over her relationship with West, which took place in 2022.
Fox Admits She “Deeply Regrets” Her Relationship with Kanye West
Julia Fox, 34, shared that she “deeply regrets” her relationship with the controversial rapper, now known as Ye. She described the experience as one of the most challenging periods of her life. “I hate it! It was a few weeks, but it’s enough to last me my whole life,” she confessed. “I was in the most awkward position of my life, and that says a lot. I don’t want to be known as anyone’s girlfriend.”
Fox’s comments highlight the discomfort she felt during the whirlwind romance that made headlines. While she was involved with Kanye West, who was 47 at the time, Fox emphasized that she never intended to go public with the relationship. “I thought, ‘We should wait,’ and then boom, this was done behind my back. I quickly realized I was being used as a pawn,” she added.
The Short-Lived Romance with Kanye West
Julia Fox and Kanye West first crossed paths on New Year’s Eve 2021 in Miami. Their romance unfolded soon after West’s split from his ex-wife Kim Kardashian in 2021. By Valentine’s Day in February 2022, their relationship had already ended, with a representative for Fox confirming their split.
Fox’s account of the relationship aligns with some of the more personal revelations she shared in her 2023 memoir, Down the Drain. In the book, Fox recounted how West had offered her breast augmentation surgery, requested that she sign a confidentiality agreement, and even had stylists dress her in outfits of his choosing.
“I’m really grateful to my son for being such a rock in my life,” Fox reflected on her 3-year-old son, Valentino, whom she shares with ex-husband Peter Artemiev. “I feel like I can’t fall anymore because no man, no matter how rich or famous, can take me away from my son for even a minute,” she added, emphasizing the importance of her child in her life.
A Year After Her Memoir Release
It’s been a year since Julia Fox released her memoir, which details her childhood in New York City, her struggles with heroin addiction as a teenager, and her role alongside Adam Sandler in the acclaimed film Uncut Gems. Her memoir also delved into her relationship with Kanye West, whom she described as an “artist.”
A New Chapter for Julia Fox
As she moves forward in her life, Julia Fox continues to focus on her family, particularly her son. While her time with Kanye West may be behind her, Fox is now taking charge of her own narrative, finding strength and gratitude in the lessons learned from her past relationships.
