In a candid revelation, actress and model Julia Fox Reveals shared the intense and “unsustainable” nature of her brief but intense relationship with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. Appearing on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Fox discussed her newly released memoir, “Down the Drain,” where she delves into the whirlwind two-month romance with the enigmatic artist.
Julia Fox, who is also a mother to her 2-year-old son Valentino, shared the challenges of balancing her relationship with Ye and parenting responsibilities. She candidly stated, “My son has to be first. It just became too much, like I didn’t sign up to have two babies.” The demands of frequent phone calls and attention from Ye left her feeling overwhelmed, leading her to realize that she couldn’t commit to being a full-time presence in his life.
To manage her responsibilities, Fox revealed a unique solution: “I’d have to change diapers and so I bought a pair of AirPods so I could keep it in while I was doing mom stuff. It was just — it was so overwhelming and so unsustainable.”
Throughout her memoir, Julia Fox gives readers an intimate glimpse into her high-profile relationships. She emphasizes that her fame hasn’t changed her, describing herself as an artist in the role of a lifetime. She reflects on the impact of her physical appearance on her identity, stating, “Being sexy had been my identity for so long, and I was consumed by it. I’m unlearning all the brainwashing and learning to love myself for more than just the way I look.”
In a climactic moment within “Down the Drain,” Fox shares several details about her experience dating Ye, even though she doesn’t mention him by name. However, context clues, including references to his appearance on “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” and his estranged wife, make it clear she is referring to the rapper.
One notable revelation in Fox’s memoir is her decision not to sign a nondisclosure agreement, despite Ye’s requests. As the relationship progresses, she becomes uncomfortable with Ye’s attempts to control her fashion choices, even offering to “get you a boob job” casually. Feeling like she was being used in a “weird, twisted game,” Fox’s revelations provide insight into the complexities of her time with the artist.
Julia Fox’s candid insights into her relationship with Ye offer readers a revealing look into the challenges and demands of dating a high-profile celebrity. “Down the Drain” provides a behind-the-scenes perspective on the life of an artist navigating the complexities of fame, love, and self-identity.