In a candid interview with The Times, actress and model Julia Fox opened up about her short-lived romance with Kanye West, calling the experience one of the most unsettling periods of her life. The 33-year-old actress, who has gained recent attention for her bold fashion choices and upfront personality, did not mince words about her regrets over dating the controversial rap icon.

The relationship, which began in late 2021 and fizzled out just a few weeks later in early 2022, was highly publicized—much to Fox’s dismay. Despite her desire to keep their relationship under wraps, she claims that the details of their time together quickly went public, throwing her into the media spotlight without her consent. “I wanted it to be more low-key,” Fox said in the interview. “But it wasn’t my decision to make.”

Fox alleges that during their brief romance, she felt manipulated by West, suggesting that she was used as a “pawn” by the rapper in a public display. She also revealed that Kanye, whom she refers to as “the artist” in her newly released memoir Down the Drain, exerted significant control over her image, going so far as to handpick her outfits during their time together.

According to Fox, West even offered to pay for cosmetic surgery. “He said he would fund a boob job for me,” she recalled, adding that he asked her to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), which she ultimately declined to do. Reflecting on the entire ordeal, she said, “It was the most uncomfortable position of my life, and that’s saying a lot.”

Despite their short-lived affair, the duo made quite a splash in the fashion world during their whirlwind romance. They were seen donning matching leather outfits while attending Paris Fashion Week, creating iconic moments that were plastered across tabloid headlines. Yet, Fox revealed that behind the scenes, the couple was far from picture-perfect. “We fought the entire time,” she admitted in her memoir.

In a surprising revelation, Julia has since come out as a lesbian, announcing the news earlier this year via TikTok, adding yet another layer to her narrative of independence and self-discovery.

Although Fox has opened up about her regrets, Kanye West has not yet publicly responded to her latest comments. The rapper has been embroiled in various controversies since their split, including public feuds and legal battles, which have kept him largely out of the dating spotlight.

As Fox continues to forge her own path in Hollywood and beyond, her reflections on her time with West highlight her determination not to be reduced to “just someone’s girlfriend” but to be recognized for her own career and achievements.