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Ye Testifies in Malibu Mansion Trial; Both Sides Rest Ahead of Jury Deliberations

The case turns on whether Tony Saxon was an employee owed labor protections or an independent contractor who was paid.

Overview

  • Ye gave terse answers, frequently saying “I don’t recall,” and appeared drowsy on the stand, according to reporters in court.
  • Bianca Censori testified as the project’s lead architect and confirmed she holds power of attorney for Ye, describing her role as visualizing his concepts.
  • Saxon seeks more than $1 million, alleging unpaid wages, hazardous conditions, on‑site sleeping in makeshift quarters, injury, and wrongful termination during the 2021 renovation.
  • Ye’s team argues Saxon misrepresented his credentials, was an unlicensed independent contractor, and was paid for his work, with figures cited around $240,000.
  • Both sides have rested and closing arguments are scheduled for Monday, with jurors to decide liability and any damages after testimony about off‑the‑grid plans and a staircase‑to‑slide idea.