North West is the eldest child of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West (Ye). Born on June 15, 2013, in Los Angeles, she is 13 years old. Though still a minor, she has already made her mark in music and entertainment — her rap verse on her father's song "Talking" landed her on the Billboard Hot 100 at age 10, making her one of the youngest artists ever to chart.
Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | North West |
| Date of Birth | June 15, 2013 |
| Age | 13 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California |
| Parents | Kim Kardashian and Kanye West (Ye) |
| Siblings | Saint, Chicago, Psalm |
| Known For | Music debut on "Talking"; Young Simba in The Lion King concert |
Early Life and Family
North West was born on June 15, 2013, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, arriving several weeks early. Her birth was a major media event — she is the first child of reality star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian and rapper and fashion designer Kanye West, and the first grandchild of the Kardashian family.
Her first public photo was revealed by her father during an appearance on her grandmother Kris Jenner's daytime talk show. Growing up, North appeared occasionally on the family's reality shows, though her parents largely kept her early childhood out of the spotlight.
North is the eldest of four siblings: Saint (born 2015), Chicago (born 2018), and Psalm (born 2019). She shares a close bond with her mother, with whom she runs a popular joint TikTok account. In an October 2024 livestream with Kim, North openly shared that she has dyslexia, a learning difference that affects how the brain processes written language.
Public Appearances
North has been a fixture at fashion events from a young age, often noted for her bold, self-styled outfits. She walked the runway at her father's Yeezy fashion show in Paris as a young child and landed her first solo magazine cover for WWD Beauty Inc. at age five.
In recent years she has taken on bigger stages. In May 2024, she performed as Young Simba in The Lion King 30th Anniversary — A Live-to-Film Concert Event at the Hollywood Bowl, singing "I Just Can't Wait to Be King" before a star-studded audience. She has also appeared on the cover of Dazed Magazine.
Music and Creative Work
Voice Acting Debut
North's first acting credit came in 2023, when she voiced the character Mini in PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, appearing alongside her mother Kim and brother Saint.
"Talking" and the Billboard Hot 100
North's rapping was first heard publicly in December 2023 at a listening party for her father's album. In February 2024, she was featured on "Talking" (also released as "Talking / Once Again"), a track from Ye and Ty Dolla $ign's collaborative album Vultures 1.
On the song, North introduces herself as "Miss Westie." The track debuted at No. 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 (chart dated February 24, 2024), making the then-10-year-old one of the youngest artists ever to appear on the chart. She also directed the song's music video.
Upcoming Album
At a listening party in March 2024, North announced she is working on her debut album, titled "Elementary School Dropout" — a playful nod to her father's landmark album The College Dropout. She and her sister Chicago were also featured on the track "Bomb" from Vultures 2, where North rapped in Japanese.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is North West?
North West was born on June 15, 2013, making her 13 years old.
Who are North West's parents?
Her mother is Kim Kardashian and her father is Kanye West (Ye).
How many siblings does North West have?
Three younger siblings: Saint, Chicago, and Psalm.
What song did North West debut on?
"Talking" from Ye and Ty Dolla $ign's album Vultures 1 (2024), which reached No. 30 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Is North West releasing an album?
She announced in 2024 that she is working on a debut album titled "Elementary School Dropout."