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Kanye West
American rapper and record producer
Kanye West was born on June 8, 1977 in Atlanta, United States, and is 49 years old.
Born
June 8, 1977
Kanye West is 49 years old as of October 7, 2026 (UTC).
- Birthplace
- Atlanta, United States
- Professions
- businessperson, songwriter, musician, rapper, singer, investor, activist, entrepreneur, record producer, director, fashion designer
- Citizenship
- United States
More about Kanye West
- Zodiac sign
- Gemini
- Birth name
- Kanye Omari West
- Pseudonyms
- Yeezy, Yeezus, Kon the Louis Vuitton Don, Ye
Family
- Partner
- Selita Ebanks
- Partner
- Amber Rose
- Spouse
- Kim Kardashian
- Partner
- Julia Fox
- Partner
- Irina Shayk
- Partner
- Bianca Censori
- Child
- North West
- Partner
- Kim Kardashian
Official links & social profiles
All birth date sources
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Questions people ask
How old is Kanye West?
Kanye West is 49 years old as of October 7, 2026 (UTC).
When is Kanye West’s birthday?
Kanye West’s recorded birthday is June 8.
Where was Kanye West born?
Kanye West was born in Atlanta, United States.
What was Kanye West’s name at birth?
Kanye West’s recorded birth name is Kanye Omari West.