Kanye Wests gutted and abandoned $57M Malibu mansion has survived the California wildfires
Kanye West’s infamous Malibu mansion — a Tadao Ando-designed masterpiece that West left gutted and abandoned — has miraculously survived the devastating California wildfires, according to its new owner.The news was first reported by Realtor.com.West purchased the beachfront property, a once-stunning architectural marvel, in 2021 for an eye-popping $57.25 million.The rapper, 47, quickly stripped the home down to its concrete frame in an alleged attempt to convert it into a futuristic bomb shelter.The drastic renovation was never completed, leaving the property exposed and sparking backlash from architecture lovers worldwide.
After failing to follow through on the project, West tried to offload the dilapidated estate for $53 million in January 2024.Even with the help of celebrity realtor Jason Oppenheim, the shell of a home struggled to attract buyers.
The price eventually plummeted to $39 million before developer Steve “Bo” Belmont of Belwood Investments scooped it up for just $21 million — a staggering loss for West.Belmont now reports the property has survived the massive wildfires that have scorched more than 40,000 acres across Los Angeles.“I’m relieved to report that, as of now, all of our properties in West Hollywood and Malibu have remained untouched by the wildfires,” Belmont announced in a video posted to Belwood Investments’ Instagram account.The Palisades Fire, which erupted on Jan.7, has already destroyed dozens of homes, including an $8.4 million beachfront property owned by Paris Hilton.Despite widespread destruction, Belmont confirmed that renovation crews on West’s former mansion are “safe and on standby,” ready to resume work once conditions improve.
“We’re committed to ensuring the safety of our team and the integrity of our projects during this challenging time,” Belmont said.“Our hearts go out to all of the victims of the fires, and we stand in solidarity with the affected communities.”Belmont, who turned to...