Travis Scott has offered rare insights into his role as a father to the two children he shares with former partner Kylie Jenner, while also discussing his cautious stance on artificial intelligence for young minds. The comments come as Jenner's current boyfriend, actor Timothee Chalamet, secures another prestigious Oscar nomination, adding a layer of contemporary celebrity intrigue to the family dynamic.
Parental Perspectives from the Astroworld Creator
The thirty-four-year-old rapper, born Jacques Bermon Webster II, opened up about fathering seven-year-old daughter Stormi and three-year-old son Aire with the twenty-eight-year-old cosmetics mogul. In a cover interview published by Rolling Stone on Wednesday, Scott revealed how parenthood has fundamentally altered his approach to life and career.
"You can't crash out," Scott stated, explaining this as the primary lesson he has learned since becoming a father. "You can’t do a lot of crazy things like you would before. Man, my kids are just like me when it comes to trying to get ideas across," the musician elaborated, noting that the most challenging aspect of his touring schedule is the extended time spent away from his children.
Nurturing Young Minds and Technological Curiosity
Scott went on to express admiration for his son Aire's innovative spirit, drawing parallels to his own creative process. "I took him to the Disney Imagineering location, and his mind was just racing when he saw the robots and all the new technology and how everything is constructed," the star recounted, highlighting early signs of shared interests.
The conversation took a technological turn as Scott addressed the topic of artificial intelligence and its place in his children's upbringing. He revealed a deliberately restrictive approach, explaining his reasoning behind limiting their exposure.
"My children don't have access to AI at this stage," Scott clarified. "Introducing AI too early could potentially compress their brain's ability to develop fully. They need to learn through physical and traditional methods first, so they understand how to utilise AI effectively later. If the technology does everything for them from the start, how will they ever discern what is correct or incorrect?"
A Complex Relationship Timeline
The rapper and Jenner first began their romantic involvement in 2017, with Jenner announcing her pregnancy shortly thereafter. In February 2018, she surprised fans worldwide by revealing the birth of their first child, Stormi. Later that same year, Jenner made a notable appearance in Scott's "Stop Trying to Be God" music video, portraying the Virgin Mary.
Their relationship experienced several phases:
- An initial split in October 2019
- A subsequent reconciliation
- Jenner's 2021 pregnancy announcement
- The birth of their son Aire in February 2022
- A final separation in 2023
Despite the end of their romantic partnership, Scott and Jenner have maintained an amicable co-parenting relationship. Jenner's previous long-term involvement was with rapper Tyga, which began when she was still a teenager.
Oscar Nominations Add Another Layer
The family narrative intersects with awards season as Timothee Chalamet, Jenner's current partner, earned an Oscar nomination for Best Actor on Thursday. The thirty-year-old actor received the nod for his performance in Marty Supreme, placing him in competition with Leonardo DiCaprio for One Battle Another, alongside Ethan Hawke, Michael B. Jordan, and Wagner Moura.
This nomination marks Chalamet's third acting Oscar recognition, following his 2017 nomination for Call Me By Your Name and last year's nomination for A Complete Unknown. This achievement places him in exclusive company, making him the first actor since the late Marlon Brando to receive three Oscar nominations by this age. Brando achieved this with nominations for A Streetcar Named Desire (1951), Viva Zapata! (1952), and Julius Caesar (1953).
The convergence of parenting revelations, technological philosophy, and high-profile award nominations creates a multifaceted portrait of modern celebrity life, blending personal growth with public achievement.
