Kanye West’s Former Chief of Staff Accuses Dentist of Causing Addiction to Nitrous Oxide

Kanye West’s former chief of staff, Milo Yiannopoulos, alleges that a dentist got the rapper hooked on nitrous oxide.

Kanye West’s former chief of staff, Milo Yiannopoulos, has made serious allegations against dentist Thomas Connelly, accusing him of causing the rapper’s addiction to nitrous oxide. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, Yiannopoulos claimed that Connelly played a significant role in diminishing West’s mental faculties.

“There is a reason Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is no longer capable of successfully releasing music or clothing,” Yiannopoulos wrote.

He alleged that Connelly got West hooked on nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, and that this addiction allowed Connelly and his business associates to exploit West financially. “It is my belief that Connelly sought to diminish Ye’s mental faculties so that Connelly and his business associates could extract millions of dollars from him,” Yiannopoulos stated.

The British far-right political commentator also claimed to have “uncovered the fraud” and “intervened,” actions that he believes led to his departure from Yeezy earlier this year. Yiannopoulos suggested that West intentionally damaged their relationship by proposing an idea he knew Yiannopoulos would resign over: the creation of a porn studio. “Ye, hooked on nitrous, blew up our relationship on purpose by proposing something he knew I’d have to resign over (because I had told him so): the resurrection of his longtime idle fantasy of making porn,” Yiannopoulos said.

In April, West’s representative told Page Six that the rapper was considering launching a “Yeezy Porn” studio, a concept he had reportedly been contemplating for some time. Yiannopoulos, who worked with West from 2022 to 2024, confirmed that he filed a complaint against Connelly with the California Dental Board, accusing the dentist of being “a dangerous predator who targets African-American celebrities.”

The complaint included a legal affidavit that claimed Connelly charged West $50,000 per month to supply nitrous oxide for recreational use. Yiannopoulos also accused Connelly of continuing to provide the gas to West even after the rapper exhibited “distressing symptoms that led to widespread comment and concern.”

According to the complaint, Connelly supplied West with so much nitrous oxide that he had “four surgical size canisters” in his home at one point. Yiannopoulos further alleged that Connelly spoke about “putting Ye under … as though it were a normal part of everyday life.”

The allegations against Connelly are severe and paint a troubling picture of the rapper’s recent struggles. Yiannopoulos’s accusations suggest that West’s addiction to nitrous oxide significantly impacted his ability to manage his career and personal life. This revelation comes at a time when West has faced numerous public and personal challenges.

“It is my belief that Connelly sought to diminish Ye’s mental faculties so that Connelly and his business associates could extract millions of dollars from him,” Yiannopoulos asserted, underscoring the severity of his allegations.

The case raises questions about the responsibilities of medical professionals and the potential for abuse of trust in such relationships. If true, the claims against Connelly could lead to significant legal and professional repercussions for the dentist. Meanwhile, the impact on Kanye West’s career and health remains a concern for his fans and the public.

As this situation develops, more details will likely emerge, shedding light on the extent of the alleged exploitation and its effects on West. For now, the allegations stand as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities celebrities face, even in their personal lives.

Stay tuned for updates on this unfolding story and other celebrity news. The implications of these allegations could be far-reaching, affecting not only those directly involved but also the broader conversation about celebrity exploitation and addiction.