Ye's Sleepy Court Appearance in Malibu Mansion Trial Draws Attention
In a high-profile court case, Ye, the artist previously known as Kanye West, testified in the Malibu mansion trial, where he appeared fatigued and frequently claimed an inability to remember crucial details. The trial focuses on contractor Tony Saxon, who alleges he is owed USD 1 million in wages and expenses related to work performed on Ye's former beachside property in 2021. During his testimony, Ye provided some direct answers but was largely characterized by brief responses, extended pauses, and repeated assertions of memory lapses regarding the events in question.
Reports of Drowsiness and Minimal Engagement in Courtroom
According to Rolling Stone, Ye was observed repeatedly yawning, closing his eyes for prolonged periods, and at moments seeming to catch his head falling forward as if he were dozing while seated on the witness stand. This sleepy demeanor prompted noticeable glances among spectators in the gallery. The publication noted that Ron Zambrano, the attorney representing plaintiff Tony Saxon, was seen mouthing to a fellow lawyer, "Is he asleep?" during the proceedings.
Courthouse News Service also reported that Ye "at times appeared to nod off" in the small downtown Los Angeles courtroom as Zambrano questioned him. When alert, Ye often responded with simple answers such as "yes," "no," or "I don't recall." However, one particular exchange stood out: when asked if he remembered contractor Tony Saxon having a bad body odor, Ye answered "Yes," despite denying recollection of other specific moments, including trips to McDonald's and a hardware store, as well as a call when Saxon ran out of gas, as recalled by Emilie Hagen, who posted trial updates on Instagram.
Ye's Corrections and Limited Elaborations on Property Details
During the testimony, Ye corrected the lawyer on how he should be addressed, stating, "It's just Ye. No 'mister.'" He did offer more detail on a few points, clarifying that he wanted only one staircase in the house turned into slides, not every staircase as previously claimed. Regarding his assertion about removing all plumbing and electricity, Ye explained that the plumbing would remain but "it was going to be a different system."
Bianca Censori's Prior Testimony and Credential Dispute
Ye's testimony followed that of Bianca Censori, who appeared on the stand a day earlier. Censori also stated she could "not recall" many details but spoke more extensively than Ye did. She insisted that Saxon had misrepresented his credentials, recounting, "When I stopped working at the house, I said, 'Do you have a contractor's license?' And he said he did." In contrast, Saxon disputed this account, testifying, "I told him I was just a guy with a minivan, not a licensed contractor." This discrepancy highlights the ongoing legal battle over the unpaid claims and the credibility of the parties involved.
