Kanye West’s Mother Dies
Since the beginning of his career, Kanye West made it no secret that his mother, Donda West, was the biggest influence on his life and dreams. But in 2007, Kanye lost his greatest supporter when she died after undergoing cosmetic surgery. Kanye would later blame himself for her death, saying he brought her into the entertainment industry where her insecurities about her physical appearance were magnified. His music also reflected his sadness over her death, with subsequent releases showing a darker musical tone.
