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Model who alleges Kanye West choked her tells BBC she felt 'suffocated and scared'

Model who alleges Kanye West choked her tells BBC she felt 'suffocated and scared'

Summary

A model named Jennifer An says that rapper Ye (formerly Kanye West) choked her and put his fingers in her mouth during a 2010 music video shoot. Ye’s lawyers say the actions were part of a theatrical performance based on a movie scene.

Key Facts

  • Jennifer An was a contestant on America's Next Top Model in 2009.
  • In 2010, she was hired for a music video shoot for the song "In For The Kill" by La Roux.
  • Ye appeared on set unexpectedly and took over the video shoot.
  • An alleges Ye choked her with both hands, smeared her makeup, and put his fingers in her mouth during filming.
  • Ye’s lawyers say the actions were part of acting inspired by the movie American Psycho.
  • The incident was witnessed by others on set, who did not intervene.
  • Ye has made controversial statements in recent years and has apologized, citing medical diagnoses to explain his behavior.
  • The BBC contacted representatives of Ye and the music label for comment.
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