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Cheetah Boy's Airport Encounter Yields Yeezy Gold
24 Oct
Summary
- Markel Malcom, known as Cheetah Boy, received Yeezy sneakers.
- He met Kanye West at the New York City airport.
- Malcom is an 18-year-old aspiring entertainer.

During New York Fashion Week in February 2026, Kanye West's highly anticipated Yeezy Season officially began upon his arrival in New York City. The adidas Yeezy sneakers were prominently displayed and made available through the adidas Confirmed app.
However, 18-year-old Markel Malcom, an aspiring entertainer known as Cheetah Boy, had a unique experience. He met Kanye West and Kim Kardashian at the NYC airport, aiming for selfies. Unforeseen by Malcom, he left the airport with a pair of the exclusive Yeezy sneakers, marking a surprising turn of events during the Yeezy launch.