Kanye West: 11 most memorable moments during the rapper's surprise party
Kim Kardashian-West threw the bash featuring music and NBA superstars
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Your support makes all the difference.Famed rapper and producer Kanye West turned 38 on Monday and his wife Kim Kardashian-West threw a surprise party for him at Staples Center.
Ms Kardashian-West planned appearances by John Legend, the Laker Girls, Shaquille O’Neal, John Wall and many other celebrities. She allegedly dropped more than $100,000 to book the home court of the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers.
The party included celebrity basketball teams, performances and no shortage of selfies. Here are the most memorable moments of Yeezy’s birthday celebration.
1. When Kim blindfolded Kanye on their way to the arena.
3. When Kanye took this photo with the Laker Girls.
4. Kanye living up to his new album title, “SWISH.”
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