North West Joins Dad Ye Onstage During 'Comeback' Show in Los Angeles

The 12-year-old made a surprise appearance at her father's first full U.S. concert since 2021.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:00pm

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An extreme close-up of North West's blue hair and jewelry, captured in dramatic, high-contrast studio lighting to create a glitzy, high-fashion aesthetic.North West's surprise appearance onstage with her father Ye during his 'comeback' concert in Los Angeles showcases the family's continued involvement in the rapper's creative endeavors.Los Angeles Today

North West, the 12-year-old daughter of rapper Ye (formerly known as Kanye West), made a surprise appearance onstage alongside her father during his 'comeback' show at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 1. North joined Ye to perform two songs, including her own self-produced single 'Piercing On My Hand.' The preteen also posted videos of herself at the concert on her TikTok account, showcasing her outfit, makeup, and blue hair.

Why it matters

Ye's show at SoFi Stadium marks his first full live U.S. performance since 2021 and comes after a period of controversy surrounding his past antisemitic remarks and actions. The appearance of his daughter North on stage during the concert is seen as a symbolic moment in his attempt to make a 'comeback' in the entertainment industry.

The details

North West joined her father Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, onstage during his concert at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 1. The 12-year-old performed two songs with Ye - 'Talking,' a 2024 track which she is featured on, as well as her own self-produced single 'Piercing On My Hand' released in 2026. Before leaving the stage, North was captured on fan video hugging her father. North also posted videos of herself at the concert on her TikTok account, showing off her outfit, makeup, jewelry, and blue hair.

  • Ye's show at SoFi Stadium on April 1 was the first of two concerts at the venue, as well as his first full live U.S. show since 2021.
  • The April 1 concert coincided with the first night of Passover and came two months after Ye released an apology in a Wall Street Journal ad for his previous controversial remarks and actions, including years of antisemitic outbursts.

The players

North West

The 12-year-old daughter of rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. She joined her father onstage during his concert at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

Ye

The rapper, formerly known as Kanye West, who held a 'comeback' concert at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 1, his first full live U.S. show since 2021.

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What they’re saying

“Twenty five years ago, I was in a car accident that broke my jaw and caused injury to the right frontal lobe of my brain. At the time, the focus was on the visible damage – the fracture, the swelling, and the immediate physical trauma. The deeper injury, the one inside my skull, went unnoticed.”

— Ye

“I regret and am deeply mortified by my actions in that state. I am not a Nazi or an antisemite. I love Jewish people.”

— Ye

“I am so sorry to have let you down. I love us.”

— Ye

What’s next

Ye's second concert at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles is scheduled for April 2.

The takeaway

Ye's appearance with his daughter North on stage during his 'comeback' concert at SoFi Stadium represents a symbolic moment in his attempt to rehabilitate his public image after a period of controversy surrounding his past antisemitic remarks and actions. The performance also highlights the continued involvement of his family, particularly his children, in his creative endeavors.