North West's increasing public presence and her recent appearance at Paris Fashion Week have sparked concern among some of her parents' peers regarding her exposure to the spotlight at age 13. Sources close to the family and industry figures have voiced unease about the level of access adults have to the young teen, especially in the absence of her parents, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West (Ye).
During a recent Vetements show in Paris, North West was photographed and approached by numerous individuals, including 23-year-old internet personality Matteo Sinet, who hugged her. Videos of the event led to public calls for her protection, with UK rapper Skepta sharing concerned posts online. Insiders suggest that Skepta is not alone in his apprehension, with some individuals close to Kanye West reportedly feeling that not enough is being done to shield North from individuals with potentially ulterior motives.
While West, also known as Ye, was reportedly celebrating his birthday and Kardashian was attending her sister's birthday celebration, North was under the care of Danielle Levi, a stylist for Kardashian who has increasingly taken on a chaperone role. Levi has been a consistent presence at North's public appearances, including events for her debut album and music festivals.
Sources indicate that Kanye West is taking these concerns seriously and is taking steps to ensure North has adequate protection and boundaries. A representative for West stated that the behavior exhibited at the fashion show was unacceptable and would not be tolerated, emphasizing that the focus should be on condemning such actions rather than amplifying them.
Despite these assurances, sources close to Kardashian suggest she feels judged by other parents and insulted by the notion that she is not adequately protecting her daughter. The challenges of co-parenting with West, following their 2022 divorce, are cited as a contributing factor. Kardashian has reportedly expressed a preference for her children to have less public exposure but acknowledges the unlikelihood of this.
North West has demonstrated a strong personality from a young age, with Kardashian previously describing her daughter as intimidating and a 'twin' of her father. Her current style, which includes blue hair, facial piercings, colored contact lenses, and metal teeth grills, along with her own musical endeavors, reflects her father's influence. She has released an album and is scheduled for a 14-date tour, a development that some insiders say Kardashian did not initially want for her daughter due to safety concerns.
One insider noted that North is determined to become a star and that West supports her ambitions, which can make it difficult for Kardashian to exert control. Kardashian's divorce from West followed a period of public turmoil, and their joint custody agreement grants them shared access to their four children. Friends of Kardashian have suggested that West's past public behavior has made it easier for critics to target her, and that she is doing her best under the circumstances.