Grueling Conditions on the Job Site (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Los Angeles – Bianca Censori faces a potential court appearance as a witness in her husband Kanye West’s protracted legal fight with a former project manager over a troubled renovation at the rapper’s oceanfront Malibu property.[1][2]
Grueling Conditions on the Job Site
Tony Saxon endured punishing workdays at the Malibu estate. He took on multiple roles after Kanye West hired him in September 2021: project manager, caretaker, and round-the-clock security.[1]
Saxon described shifts stretching up to 16 hours, with no proper sleeping arrangements. He resorted to using his coat as bedding on the floor amid the ongoing remodel. The property, a Tadao Ando-designed mansion purchased for over $57 million, featured more than 4,000 square feet, four bedrooms, and five bathrooms overlooking the Pacific Ocean.[2]
These demands left Saxon exhausted but committed to the vision until tensions boiled over.
Dangerous Orders Lead to Firing
The conflict peaked in November 2021. West instructed Saxon to strip out all windows and electrical wiring from the home. He also wanted large generators moved inside, a move Saxon warned created severe fire risks.[1]
Saxon raised alarms about the “extreme danger” posed by these changes. West responded with threats, allegedly stating, “If you don’t do what I say, you’re not going to work for me,” and warning that refusal would label Saxon an “enemy.”[1]
Saxon stood firm and received his marching orders on the spot. West paid him for just one week of labor despite months of service.
Saxon’s Lawsuit Takes Shape
Saxon filed suit in 2023, seeking remedies for unpaid wages and multiple labor code violations. The case centers on the hazardous work environment and abrupt termination.[2]
Key allegations include:
- Failure to pay for extensive overtime hours.
- Retaliatory firing after safety objections.
- Exposure to unsafe conditions without compensation.
- Limited payments despite verbal agreements for $20,000 weekly.
West contested the claims vigorously. His legal team argued in late 2023 that Saxon acted without authorization and that any issues stemmed from third parties.
Bianca Censori’s Role in the Trial
Recent court documents revealed Saxon’s intent to call Bianca Censori to the stand. The 31-year-old Australian architect married West in late 2022, after the initial project chaos.[1]
Details on her expected testimony remain unclear. As an architect herself, she may offer insights into the remodel plans or site events. The summons adds a personal layer to the professional dispute.
A Los Angeles court now holds the power to enforce her appearance. Representatives for West and Censori have not commented publicly on the development.
Trial Looms Amid Ongoing Scrutiny
The bench trial stands scheduled for February 21, just days away. A recent judicial ruling denied West’s bid to dismiss large portions of the suit, keeping most claims alive for jurors or the judge.[1]
West sold the stripped-down property at a loss after the renovations stalled. The case highlights broader patterns in his real estate ventures and employment practices.
Key Takeaways
- Saxon claims brutal conditions and safety violations at the $57 million Malibu site.
- West allegedly fired him after refusals to execute risky orders.
- Bianca Censori’s witness status introduces family into the fray.
This dispute underscores the high stakes of celebrity-driven projects. With testimony pending, the outcome could reshape narratives around the infamous remodel. What do you think her role will reveal? Tell us in the comments.
