Kanye West’s Mother dies after surgery

• 13th Nov 2007

The Mother of rap star Kanye West recently deceased following complications with cosmetic surgery.

Donda West, 58 was responsible for a number of her sons businesses and education foundation, she was also his manager.

Kanye is known for his strong relationship with his mother, often speaking publicly about her. Such reference can be found in his song, “Hey Mama” in which she is the subject, featuring lyrics –

“Hey Mama, I wanna scream so loud for you, cuz I'm so proud of you. I appreciate what you allowed for me, I just want you to be proud of me.”

Donda had raised and supported Kanye alone after her husband left when Kanye was three.

In May, Donda published the book Raising Kanye: Life Lessons from the Mother of a Hip-Hop Star, in which she paid homage to her famous son.

Publicist Patricia Green said that she passed away as “as the result of complications from a cosmetic surgical procedure” without giving any more information on the situation. She also mentioned “May Donda's work and deeds be an inspiration to each of us, may we start each day knowing that support of family and community are central to purpose.”

Kanye’s Spokesman said the family “Asks for privacy during this time of grief”