Federal court documents filed Thursday reveal shocking allegations from a former employee of Kanye West, who described working for the controversial rapper as a “nightmare” in a new lawsuit. The lawsuit accuses West of fostering a hostile work environment, unpaid labor, and disturbing personal conduct.
Murphy Aficionado, who served as a project manager for the Yeezy founder beginning in October 2022, detailed troubling incidents, including West’s antisemitic outbursts and unprofessional behavior during supposed business meetings. In one instance, Aficionado alleged that West held a meeting at the Beverly Hills Waldorf Astoria but left midway to engage in “loud” sexual activity with his wife, Bianca Censori, in an adjoining room.
Aficionado claimed the rapper displayed inappropriate behavior, arriving at the meeting with his pants unbuttoned while Censori stood topless, barely covering herself. Despite his discomfort, Aficionado said West forced him to stay in the room. Shortly after, West allegedly left without explanation, leaving the door partially open as noises from the adjoining room made the situation “unbearable.”
When West returned, Aficionado alleges he was wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with a swastika and showing off nude photos of his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian. Similar scenarios reportedly unfolded during another meeting at the same hotel, this time involving a masseuse instead of Censori.
In addition to detailing these incidents, Aficionado described West’s alleged daily antisemitic tirades, which often included conspiracies blaming Jews for his financial and personal troubles. The suit claims West made offensive comments such as, “The Jews are out to get me,” and frequently blamed them for controlling his ex-wife and freezing his bank accounts.
The lawsuit also accuses West of severe labor violations. Aficionado claims he worked up to 70 hours per week without pay during his nine-month tenure, despite an agreement to be compensated $125 per hour. The situation escalated when West allegedly demanded Aficionado start construction on Donda Academy without proper permits, a move the plaintiff argued could endanger children and lead to significant fines. Aficionado says his resistance led to his termination.
The former employee is suing for discrimination, retaliation, a hostile work environment, and unpaid wages. Representatives for West have not responded to requests for comment.
