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The Untold Story Of Vogue Embracing Kim Kardashian

A revealing new biography of Anna Wintour explains why the longtime editor-in-chief kept the Kardashians out of the Met Gala for years.

This article is adapted from ANNA: The Biography , out May 3 from Gallery Books, a division of Simon & Schuster. Order it now here .

In early 2014, a cultural phenomenon was reaching its apex in the zeitgeist, so of course Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour was thinking about it. Kim Kardashian and rapper-slash-fashion designer Kanye West, who had been friends with Anna for years by that point, were getting married. Anna said to creative director Grace Coddington, “Kim and Kanye are getting married. Why don’t you do a take on them with actors from Saturday Night Live ?”

Coddington, who almost never styled celebrity shoots, replied, “Well, if we can get them, why don’t we do the people themselves?”

“Oh my goodness,” Anna said, giving Coddington a funny look, realizing that was the right idea. “That would be fantastic.”

Of course, this was a huge turning point for Anna — and for Vogue . Kardashian was, after all, a woman she had purposefully kept out of the pages of Vogue and the Met Gala for years.

Anna later said of the cover choice, “Kim and Kanye were part of the conversation of the day, and for Vogue not to recognize that would have been a big misstep. But at the same time I knew that it would be deeply, deeply controversial and that many of our readers and our audiences would be horrified.”

This kind of move was one way that Anna, who took over Vogue in 1988, had stayed on top as an editor for decades. She knew just how and when to surprise people and create a big media moment, something she perfected over the course of many years planning the Met Gala, now the biggest red carpet event of the year.

Even if Anna didn’t fully understand the medium, it became apparent in the early 2000s that the internet was a useful tool for promoting parties. The morning after an event, people could click through images of the rich and famous wearing fancy dresses at the Met Gala or a movie premiere. After Anna, who began planning the gala in 1995, transformed it from a charity party for sequined socialites to a celebrity event with mainstream appeal, interest in attending started to explode.

Stephanie Winston Wolkoff was officially Vogue ’s events planner, and unofficially the “general.” She planned all Vogue parties, including the gala. (Her team consisted of one assistant, whom Anna treated as her third assistant. If she knew her name, she didn’t use it, instead calling her “Stephanie’s girl.” When her assistants weren’t available, “Stephanie’s girl” was summoned to answer the phone or take “the book” — a dummy copy of the magazine — to her house at night.)

Planning the gala began with creating the guest list. Winston Wolkoff would draw up a list of 775 people, including emerging designers, establishment designers, Vogue cover stars, and actors from big films. Then Anna went through it all, crossing off names and adding others. “Anna created the whole entertainment and fashion world that was on the red carpet of the gala,” said Winston Wolkoff.

To sell the tables, Winston Wolkoff would send personalized letters to designers, hand-signed by Anna, asking them to commit. “It wasn’t as easy as you’d think,” said Winston Wolkoff. Some people wanted a free table, but her goal was to get people to spend as much as possible. People who didn’t get invited called and asked to attend, promising a huge donation so long as they could just get a ticket. Some were designers who were just starting out but not big enough to be on the initial invite list. Hollywood agents also started calling, trying to get their stars in. “We’re happy to take your donation,” a representative from Vogue would tell them. “But we have no more tickets to sell.” Said Winston Wolkoff, “You could have had a billion dollars, you were not going to get that ticket. ... There had to be a reason for you to be in that room.”

Representatives for the Kardashians called, trying to get them in. “The Kardashians had zero style, and their whole reason for who they were was nothing that tied to Vogue ,” said Winston Wolkoff, a significant knock against them being, in Anna’s eyes, that they weren’t known for “making a difference.” They were of the same ilk as other banned guests in the aughts — the Hilton sisters, who to this day have never attended, and Nicole Richie (whom Anna eventually did allow in).

When Kim finally went for the first time in May 2013, Winston Wolkoff, who was no longer planning the gala but stayed friends with Anna, thought, Anna really sold her soul to the devil . But she also understood Anna’s change of heart. “At the end of the day, Vogue ’s a business,” she said. “I think that at a certain point you’re going to have to give in to what culture, what people want.”

Before the shoot was officially booked, Anna and West discussed it face-to-face. She knew she had to keep the entire thing secret. Coddington, who almost never styled celebrities, requested custom wedding dresses from designers for Kardashian to wear. Coddington sometimes commissioned custom looks for a shoot, as she did with her famous Alice in Wonderland spread where she had designers like John Galliano and Karl Lagerfeld make blue dresses. For Kardashian’s dresses, Coddington provided only her measurements. Designers might have had a feeling of who they were designing for based on those, but didn’t get confirmation until Kardashian showed up for her fittings. “All the designers were super excited about it,” said Hamish Bowles, who wrote the accompanying story.

Vogue staff knew something was up when Coddington left Paris Fashion Week early for a secretive shoot. Mark Holgate, Vogue ’s fashion news director, speculated that she was actually off to shoot Kate Middleton.

Anna told Coddington and Bowles to wear disguises when they went to Los Angeles to shoot with Annie Leibovitz (even though a shot of the couple walking along the Seine in Paris appeared in the spread, it was fake — the pair were actually photographed running along a private airport runway in LA and then photoshopped into Paris). If anyone saw Vogue staff with Leibovitz and Kardashian, they would know where the pictures were running. So Coddington tied a scarf around her instantly recognizable voluminous red hair, tucked it under a hat, and put on dark glasses. In the art department, a cover Holgate remembered featuring model Kate Upton was put up on the board so that Kimye’s wouldn’t leak to the press.

One day back at the office, Anna called in Holgate to discuss her editor’s letter, which he was writing each month, for the May issue. When he stepped into the office, two highly unusual things happened. First, her assistants closed the door behind him. Then Anna came around her desk holding a manila envelope. It was all so strange and dramatic that for a moment Holgate thought he was about to be fired.

“Mark, there’s something I want to show you,” she said, and took the real cover out of the envelope. “This is top secret. This is going to be the cover. I want you to write another letter.”

It wasn’t Coddington’s favorite set of pictures. She liked the one of Kanye photographing Kim taking a selfie with her baby, North. But the rest of the published images — of Kimye on a private plane, by the Seine, draped over a matte-black Lamborghini — she found “too expected and normal.”

Of course, the backlash was immediate when the cover finally dropped, featuring Kardashian wearing an ivory A-line duchess satin dress by Alber Elbaz for Lanvin, and West in a dark Saint Laurent blazer by Hedi Slimane. The hashtag #boycottvogue trended on Twitter, and people threatened to cancel subscriptions — the broader public embracing the classism Vogue had long projected, and for which they would later scorn Anna.

This article was originally published on May 3, 2022

Kim Kardashian: 13 Of Her Most Interesting, Iconic And Baffling Career Milestones

From 'Dancing With The Stars' to Shapewear

It's a fact that the reality star and her eldest daughter North West have even acknowledged, despite the fact the Californian-born star has been recognised by Forbes as having a billionaire status - yep, more on that below - a beauty line, lingerie label, a reality TV empire, and justice reform influence attached to her recognisable name.

Whatever your opinion of Kardashian, she has capitalised on the opportunities she's been given and worked hard to build on them to develop multi-million dollar businesses, while successfully dominating the public and media consciousness for around 14 years - a status that many reality stars before and after her have failed to do.

ELLE UK has taken a trip down memory lane for some of the 40-year-old's most infamous, shocking and pretty incredible moments in her varied career path. Remember her single, 'Jam'? You're welcome.

Kim Kardashian As Paris Hilton's Stylist

In the early Noughties, Kim had a job as a stylist to her childhood friend Paris Hilton . Here she is with Hilton in 2006 at Munich's Oktoberfest where Hilton was promoting a drinks line. At the time, Hilton was at the height of her fame due to her appearance on The Simple Life with Nicole Richie - where Kim also made cameos.

In a 2019 episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians , Kim acknowledged that Hilton 'literally gave me a career'.

Kim Kardashian's Boutique Store 'DASH'

Kim, along with her sisters Khloé and Kourtney , also ran a boutique store in Calabasas called Dash, inspired by their surname, which they opened in 2006.

Kim previously told The Hollywood Reporter that she worked on the tills at Dash while attending college.

With the rise of the show, the store expanded to locations in Los Angeles, Miami and New York, with a reality TV series DASH Dolls chronicling the employees the sisters hired. Since 2018, all of the stores have since been closed.

Kim Kardashian In 'Keeping Up With The Kardashians'

In 2007, a reality series chronicling the life of Kim, her sisters, brother, mother and stepfather was born thanks to 'momager' Kris Jenner and presenter Ryan Seacrest. According to an interview with the Hollywood Reporter , the family knew Seacrest wanted a show like The Osbournes - following a famous family - and through connections Kris pitched her family for the series.

KUWTK has lasted 13 years, 20 seasons and resulted in nine spin-off shows. The upcoming season 20 will be the family's last, they confirmed earlier this year.

Kim Kardashian's Various Acting Roles

While KUWTK was taking off, Kim also dabbled in acting. She had cameos in How I Met Your Mother, 90210, CSI: New York, 2 Broke Girls and Hollywood film Disaster Movie opposite Carmen Electra.

Kim Kardashian Takes Part On 'Dancing With The Stars'

In 2008, Kim - a self-professed non-dancer - was a contestant on Dancing With The Stars, the US version of Strictly Come Dancing. Kim was the third celebrity to be voted off faring much worse than her brother Rob, who appeared on the show in 2011 and came second!

Kim Kardashian Releases 'Jam (Turn It Up)'

After dabbling in dancing and acting, the only thing left for Kim was music, so in 2011 she released her first single 'Jam (Turn It Up)', which featured lyrics like 'Rosé up in the air' and 'Pick up any boy that I want'. Kim's future husband Kanye West featured in the video and the song charted at number 17 on the Billboard charts.

In a 2014 during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live! , Kim said the song was a 'lame decision' and 'the one thing' that she can't believe she did.

Kim Kardashian's Various Side Hustles

While KUWTK was Kim's primary job, it was nightclub appearances, shop openings, the Kardashian Kollection clothing line and brand partnerships that landed her on the Forbes celebrity 100 list in 2014.

The magazine reported how the bulk of Kim's $28 million yearly earnings were 'derived from sources other than her show'.

Among the many partnerships Kim has had in her time, these include one with the toilet paper brand Charmin in 2010, and questionable diet supplements which have been the subject of intense criticism and reprimands by health bodies.

Kim Kardashian Makes Foray Into Tech

After announcing via a 2014 viral Paper magazine cover that she would 'break the internet', Kim focussed her sites on the tech world with a mobile game, Kim Kardashian: Hollywood, and a range of 'Kimojis' - adding to her already profit-building social media presence.

Between June 2014 and June 2015, Kim had earned earned $51 million, according to Forbes . The year before, her annual income had been $28million. When analysing the increase in wealth, Forbes attributed it to her moves within the tech world, with her namesake game accounting for 40 per cent of her yearly earnings.

In 2016, Kim was honoured with a 'special achievement' Webby award.

Kim Kardashian Releases 'Selfish' Book Of Selfies

In 2015, Kardashian released her first book - a coffee table photobook full of selfies entitled Selfish. In an interview with AdWeek Kim, who was dubbed the Queen of Selfies at the time, said she took her first one in 1984.

Kim Kardashian Founds KKW Beauty

In 2017, Kim made the long-awaited venture into beauty releasing her line KKW Beauty , which features products very much associated with Kim - like contour kits and lipstick ranges. In 2020, the brand was valued at $1 billion in a deal with cosmetics company Coty.

Kim Kardashian Embarks On A Legal Career

Amid the beauty and shapewear lines, Kim has also enrolled at law school and is studying for the bar. Her entrance into the legal sector was inspired by her support for criminal justice reform and she has personally intervened in some cases in the hope to acquit or grant clemency on behalf of some offenders. Her new work in prison reform has even taken her to the White House, where she was able to persuade Donald Trump to pardon and free Alice Marie Johnson - a woman who had been in prison for 21 years on a drugs charge.

Kim Kardashian Founds SKIMS

Kim launched her shapewear and lingerie line SKIMS in 2019. The brand experienced a rocky start, after the mogul initially named the collection 'Kimono' - leading to a huge backlash and accusations of cultural appropriation - before renaming it SKIMS. The brand has since expanded into maternity wear and there are reports the businesswoman will soon make a foray into homeware.

Kim Kardashian Becomes A Billionaire

On April 6, Forbes magazine officially recognised Kim Kardashian as a billionaire. Releasing its annual billionaire's list, the money magazine estimate that Kardashian has increased her net worth from $780 million (£565m) in October 2020 thanks to her latest ventures SKIMS and and KKW Beauty.

Currently Kardashian is ranked position 2674 of Forbes' wealthiest billionaires list. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos holds the first position.

So far, Kardashian hasn't responded to the news, her Instagram Stories are instead previewing SKIMS collections.

Olivia Blair is Entertainment Editor (Luxury) at Hearst UK, working across ELLE, Esquire and Harper's Bazaar. Olivia covers all things entertainment and has interviewed the likes of Margot Robbie, Emma Stone, Michaela Coel and Ryan Gosling over the years.

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Kim kardashian is a reality star, entrepreneur, business owner, and more known for keeping up with the kardashians, her line skims, and her family.

Kim Kardashian Early Life

Kim Kardashian was born on October 21, 1980, to future "momager" Kris Jenner and the late Robert Kardashian, a lawyer, most notably part of OJ Simpson's defense team. Her siblings are Kourtney Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Rob Kardashian, plus younger half-siblings Kendall and Kylie Jenner, from her mom's marriage to Caitlyn Jenner, who prior to their transition was known as Bruce Jenner.

The reality star was born and raised in Los Angeles – Calabasas, specifically – and first gained public attention as Paris Hilton's good friend and closet organizer. However, it was her sex tape with ex-boyfriend Ray J, filmed in 2003 but leaked in 2007, that in part was her claim to fame.

Kim Kardashian Professional Life

The year her sex tape leaked, her family's reality series Keeping Up with the Kardashians was born, placing Kim on the path to becoming one of the most famous and recognizable women in the world.

The show ran for 20 seasons until 2021, and saw the Kardashian family's ups and downs, family drama, and gave the internet unforgettable pop-culture moments like Kim taking selfies while her sister Khloe was going to jail, Kim crying after she lost a $72,000 diamond earring in the ocean (and then her sister Kourtney's iconic retort: "Kim, there are people that are dying,") her 72-day marriage to Kris Humphries, and many, many more.

Beyond her reality show, which is now Hulu's The Kardashian's, Kim's other business ventures have included her and her sister's clothing boutique DASH, several Keeping Up spin-offs, a fragrance line, a beauty line, a skincare line, and today, most notably and successfully, her shapewear line Skims, which she launched in 2019.

Kim Kardashian Personal Life

In 2000, when she was 19, Kim eloped with music producer Damon Thomas; the two divorced in 2003. She went on to date football player Reggie Bush for two years, from 2007 to 2009.

Kim got engaged to NBA player Kris in 2011 after they started dating the year prior, and the rise and fall of their relationship and subsequent 72-day marriage was included on Keeping Up.

After her divorce from Kris, Kim started dating longtime friend Kanye West in 2010. The two got engaged three years later, and tied the knot in 2014 in Florence, Italy. The pair welcomed four kids together, North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm.

In February of 2021, Kim filed for divorce from Kanye, whose continuous erratic behavior has been of both concern and controversy for several years. Their divorce was finalized in November 2022.

In October of 2016, while she was attending Paris Fashion Week, Kim was robbed at gunpoint by a group of men who entered the Paris apartment she was staying in. In 2017, 16 people were arrested for their alleged involvement.

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Kim Kardashian: Biography, Success Story, Media Personality

Kim Kardashian is an American media personality and entrepreneur. Her biography showcases her diverse career and impact on popular culture. From early ventures in fashion to becoming a global media personality and entrepreneur, her journey reflects a blend of savvy business acumen and a knack for staying at the forefront of societal trends. Kardashian’s success story is not just about fame; it’s about evolving roles—from reality TV star to advocate for criminal justice reform, underscoring her ability to leverage her platform for change.

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Introduction

Kimberly Noel Kardashian, born October 21, 1980, became famous initially as Paris Hilton’s stylist and later for her 2007 sex tape with Ray J. This exposure led to Keeping Up with the Kardashians on E!, which ran until 2021 and spawned spin-offs like Kourtney and Kim Take New York and Hulu’s The Kardashians .

With millions of followers on social media, Kardashian co-founded the Dash boutiques (2006-2018), launched KKW Beauty and Fragrance (2017-2022), reaching a billion-dollar valuation, and founded the shapewear brand Skims in 2019, valued at over $4 billion. Post-beauty ventures, she introduced Sknn By Kim in 2022, alongside products like the mobile game Kim Kardashian: Hollywood and the book Selfish . Her acting includes Disaster Movie , Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor , and American Horror Story .

Time listed her among 2015’s 100 most influential people. With a net worth of $1.8 billion by 2022, Kardashian has recently focused on prison reform and a four-year law apprenticeship with #cut50 since 2019. Her marriage to Kanye West (2014-2022) and their four children have also been widely covered.

Early Life and Education

Kimberly Noel Kardashian was born to parents Robert and Kris Kardashian in Los Angeles, California, on October 21, 1980. She grew up with an older sister, Kourtney, a younger sister, Khloé, and a younger brother, Rob. The Kardashian children have Scottish and Dutch heritage from their mother’s side and Armenian heritage from their father’s. After her parents’ divorce in 1991, Kris remarried Bruce Jenner, a former Olympian, broadening Kim’s family to include step-siblings Burt, Brandon, Brody, and Casey, as well as half-sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner.

Kim attended Marymount High School, a Roman Catholic all-girls institution in Los Angeles. Her father, Robert Kardashian, was a well-known attorney who represented O.J. Simpson during his 1994 murder trial, with Simpson being Kim’s godfather. Her father passed away from cancer in 2003. Kim was close friends with Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton during her teenage years, initially bringing her into the media spotlight. After a car accident at 16, her father promised her a new car under the condition that she cover future damage expenses, teaching her financial responsibility early on. Kim worked at Body, a local clothing store, for four years, including helping to open its Calabasas branch, until she left the job in 2000 upon getting married.

2003–2006: Early Career

Kim Kardashian’s career beginnings trace back to 2003 when she worked as a personal stylist for Brandy, an R&B singer and actress, and sister to Ray J. In 2004, Sonja Norwood, Brandy, and Ray J’s mother and manager, claimed Kardashian made over $120,000 in unauthorized charges on her American Express card, mainly at the Kardashian family’s boutique. Despite these allegations, which Kardashian denied, and Sonja’s initial reluctance to press charges after a personal apology from Kardashian, the issue led to a lawsuit in 2008. The dispute was eventually settled confidentially in 2009, and the lawsuit was dismissed.

By 2006, Kardashian had become a stylist for Paris Hilton, a friend from her childhood, making several appearances on Hilton’s reality show The Simple Life . She was often seen with Hilton at various high-profile events and parties. In 2020, PR strategist Sheeraz Hasan and photographer Rick Mendozza highlighted Kardashian’s determination to build a successful brand. Kardashian acknowledged in 2021 that Hilton “literally gave me a career,” showing gratitude for Hilton’s role in her rise to fame.

2007–2010: Breakthrough

Kim Kardashian’s breakthrough period from 2007 to 2010 was marked by significant events that catapulted her into fame. In February 2007, a sex tape she made with Ray J in 2003 was leaked, leading to a lawsuit against Vivid Entertainment. Kardashian settled for a reported $5 million, allowing the tape’s distribution. This controversy preceded the October 2007 Keeping Up with the Kardashians premiere, featuring her family, on E!. The show became a hit, spawning spin-offs like Kourtney and Kim Take New York and Kourtney and Kim Take Miami , concluding in June 2021 after 294 episodes.

In 2007, Kardashian posed nude for Playboy , followed by a 2010 cover for Romanian Playboy . She made her film debut in Disaster Movie (2008) and participated in the seventh season of Dancing with the Stars , being eliminated third. Kardashian engaged in various endorsements, including a 2009 campaign with Fusion Beauty, launching her first fragrance, “Kim Kardashian,” and releasing a workout DVD series. She guest-hosted WrestleMania XXIV and appeared on America’s Next Top Model , How I Met Your Mother , Beyond the Break , and CSI: NY .

By 2010, Kardashian had new endorsement deals, including Carl’s Jr., and was immortalized with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds in New York City. She co-authored Kardashian Konfidential with her sisters, hitting the New York Times Best Seller List. December 2010 saw her music video debut for “Jam (Turn It Up),” directed by Hype Williams, featuring Kanye West. Despite stating there was no album planned, proceeds from the song benefited a cancer foundation, aligning with her charitable efforts. Critics panned the song, but Kardashian continued to explore various media ventures, including producing The Spin Crowd , appearing on The Apprentice , and guest-starring on 90210 with her sisters.

2011–2016: Continued Success

Between 2011 and 2016, Kim Kardashian broadened her empire with ventures like her third perfume, “Gold,” the novel Dollhouse with sisters Kourtney and Khloé, and a $50 million renewal of Keeping Up with the Kardashians . She launched fragrances “True Reflection” and “Glam,” which appeared in Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor , securing a Razzie Award amidst a $53.1 million global box office.

2014 saw Kardashian delve into digital with Kim Kardashian: Hollywood , a hit mobile game, and voice work on American Dad! . Her Paper magazine cover, intended to “Break the Internet,” sparked widespread media buzz and boosted traffic to Paper’s website.

In 2015, she published Selfish , a selfie collection that received positive reviews, covered Vogue Spain , and released the popular app Kimoji. By 2016, Kardashian’s social media endorsements could fetch up to $300,000 per post, showcasing her ability to secure premium rates due to her media visibility.

2017–present: Business Ventures

Since 2017, Kim Kardashian has significantly expanded her business portfolio. In 2006, she opened the Dash fashion boutiques with sisters Kourtney and Khloé, which lasted until 2018. In 2017, she launched KKW Beauty and KKW Fragrance, entering the beauty industry with her lines.

Kim took on TV production with Glam Masters in 2018, a series spotlighting beauty bloggers vying to work with her. The same year, she saw her cameo in Ocean’s 8 and produced the series You Kiddin’ Me . She appeared in the 2019 music video “B.F.A. (Best Friend’s Ass)” and, after controversy over her shapewear brand’s initial name, Kimono, rebranded it to Skims, which has become known for inclusivity and a wide range of products.

Skims partnered with Team USA for the 2020 Summer Olympics and continued collaborating for the 2022 Winter Olympics, even launching a special collection. A Skims and Fendi collaboration debuted in November 2021. By 2023, Skims had become the official underwear partner for the NBA, WNBA, and USA Basketball, highlighting its growth and acceptance.

Kim’s efforts with Skims have been recognized with awards from WSJ : Innovator Awards and the CFDA, underlining her impact on the fashion and beauty industry. By July 2023, Skims reached a $4 billion valuation and was listed among Time’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2022, marking a significant milestone in her entrepreneurial journey.

2020–present: The Kardashians  and Other Acting Ventures

In 2020, Kim Kardashian expanded her influence in the media and business. She delved into criminal justice reform with Kim Kardashian West: The Justice Project and appeared in This is Paris . Kim and her family launched The Kardashians on Hulu in April 2022, a successful follow-up to Keeping Up With The Kardashians .

Kim continued her activism in The First Step , made guest appearances on Martha Gets Down and Dirty and Cooking with Paris , and voiced in PAW Patrol: The Movie series. Her Saturday Night Live hosting gig in October 2021 highlighted her comedic skills.

Facing a legal hiccup, Kardashian settled with the SEC for $1.26 million in October 2022 over cryptocurrency promotions. A related lawsuit was dismissed in December 2022.

In business, she co-founded Skky Partners, debuted at Paris Fashion Week with Balenciaga, partnered with Beats Electronics, and creatively directed for Dolce & Gabbana’s 2023 collection. Kim ventured into podcasting on Spotify, using The System: The Case of Kevin Keith .

Her acting pursuits include a role in American Horror Story: Delicate and upcoming projects like Netflix’s comedy The Fifth Wheel and an untitled Hulu legal drama by Ryan Murphy, further showcasing her diverse engagements in entertainment and advocacy.

Personal Life

Love affairs.

Kim Kardashian’s relationships have garnered significant public and media interest. At 19, she eloped with Damon Thomas in 2000; they divorced in 2003 amid claims of abuse. Before the divorce was finalized, she dated Ray J.

She had an intermittent relationship with NFL’s Reggie Bush after meeting him in 2007 at the ESPY Awards, with a brief breakup in 2009. A short stint with NFL’s Miles Austin followed in 2010.

In 2011, Kardashian engaged NBA player Kris Humphries and married him in Montecito, California. The marriage lasted 72 days, leading to divorce and speculation of a publicity stunt, which amplified media scrutiny.

Kardashian started dating Kanye West in April 2012 and married him in May 2014 in Florence, Italy. Amidst constant media attention, they faced divorce rumors in early 2021. Kardashian filed for divorce in February 2021, with an agreement on joint custody of their four children.

Kim Kardashian identifies strongly with her Christian faith, describing herself as “really religious.” She received her education in Christian settings, attending schools affiliated with Presbyterian and Roman Catholic denominations. In a significant expression of her faith and heritage, Kim was baptized in October 2019 at the Etchmiadzin Cathedral complex in Armenia, adopting the Armenian name Heghine.

Kim’s commitment to her religion was further demonstrated in April 2015 when she and her husband, Kanye West, traveled to Jerusalem’s Armenian Quarter. Their daughter was baptized in the Armenian Apostolic Church at the Cathedral of St. James, where Khloé Kardashian was the godmother. In October 2019, Kim continued this tradition by baptizing her three younger children at the same Etchmiadzin Cathedral complex, underscoring her deep connection to her faith and Armenian roots.

Kim Kardashian, together with Kanye West, has four children: two daughters born in 2013 and 2018 and two sons born in 2015 and 2019. She has openly shared the challenges she faced during her pregnancies, including a diagnosis of pre-eclampsia with her first child, leading to an early delivery at 34 weeks. Post-delivery of both pregnancies, she developed placenta accreta, requiring surgery to remove the placenta and scar tissue. Following her second pregnancy, medical advice recommended against future pregnancies, leading to their decision to welcome their third and fourth children via surrogacy.

Beyond her pregnancies, Kardashian has been vocal about her battle with psoriasis. In May 2021, she confirmed having tested positive for COVID-19 in November 2020, addressing rumors and clarifying that her diagnosis was not related to a party she hosted on a private island.

In May 2014, Kim Kardashian’s net worth was estimated at $45 million. By 2015, Forbes noted her earnings nearly doubled to $53 million from the previous year’s $28 million, highlighting her unparalleled ability to capitalize on fame. Her wealth comes from various sources, including significant earnings from the Kardashian Kollection at Sears, which earned $600 million in 2013, and her cosmetics line, Kardashian Beauty. Other income streams include Kardashian-branded tanning products, the DASH boutique line, and sponsored posts on social media, which can fetch between $300,000 and $500,000 each. By July 2018, her net worth had soared to $350 million. Notably, Kardashian never received alimony in her first two marriages. As of April 6, 2021, Forbes elevated her status to billionaire, estimating her net worth at $1 billion.

Robbery at Paris Fashion Week

During Paris Fashion Week on October 2, 2016, Kim Kardashian experienced a traumatic robbery at gunpoint in her apartment. Five individuals, disguised as police officers, tied and gagged her before stealing jewelry valued at $10 million. They gained entry by coercing the concierge and then proceeded to Kardashian’s room, where they threatened her life, ultimately leaving her bound in the bathtub. Although physically unharmed, Kardashian freed herself and called for help after the thieves fled.

The incident led to the temporary suspension of Keeping Up with the Kardashians ‘ filming. Skepticism arose regarding the authenticity of the robbery, especially after a video surfaced showing Kardashian post-robbery without apparent injuries and using her reportedly stolen cellphone. This skepticism prompted Kardashian to file lawsuits against media outlets, later dropping them, which fueled further speculation about the robbery’s legitimacy. Filming for the show resumed on October 26, 2016.

French police detained 17 individuals related to the robbery in January 2017 and arrested 16 later that year. By 2020, prosecutors aimed to bring 12 suspects to trial, known in the media as the ‘Grandpa Robbers’ due to their age. As of 2021, the trial was pending, with at least one suspect considering a no-contest plea.

Personality Traits

Kim Kardashian exhibits several distinctive personality traits that have contributed to her success and public persona:

• Entrepreneurial Spirit : Kim has consistently demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit, launching and managing successful businesses in fashion, beauty, and entertainment. Her ventures into mobile apps, cosmetics with KKW Beauty, and shapewear with Skims showcase her ability to identify and capitalize on market trends.
• Resilience : Throughout her career, Kim has faced personal and professional challenges, including public scrutiny and the Paris robbery incident. Her ability to bounce back and continue pursuing her goals shows a strong sense of resilience.
• Advocacy and Compassion : Kim has used her platform for advocacy, particularly in criminal justice reform. Her efforts to support individuals serving excessive sentences and her pursuit of a law degree highlight her compassion and dedication to the causes she believes in.
• Adaptability : Kim’s career trajectory shows her adaptability to changing media landscapes and public interests. She has evolved her brand from reality TV to social media influence and maintained relevance in a fast-paced industry.
• Family-Oriented : Despite her public persona, Kim often emphasizes the importance of family. Her close relationships with her siblings, parents, and children are a significant aspect of her life, showcased in her reality show and public appearances.

These personality traits, among others, paint a picture of a multifaceted individual who has navigated fame with a combination of business acumen, personal strength, and a commitment to making a difference.

Political Beliefs and Activism

Kim Kardashian, a Democrat, endorsed Hillary Clinton in the 2016 U.S. election, as reported in GQ ‘s July 2016 issue. In January 2017, she gained attention for tweeting statistics on gun violence in the U.S., which the Royal Statistical Society highlighted as the “International Statistic of the Year” for 2017. In October 2018, during a trip to Uganda, Kim and Kanye West were criticized for meeting with President Yoweri Museveni amid concerns over his dictatorial practices.

In April 2019, Vogue revealed Kim’s pursuit of the bar exam via “reading law” rather than attending law school. Despite failing the “baby bar” exam twice, she passed on her fourth attempt in December 2021. Kim has spoken out against the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, supporting Armenia, and aided female Afghan soccer players’ escape to England in November 2021.

Armenian Genocide Recognition

Kim Kardashian has actively advocated for the recognition of the Armenian genocide, condemning the WSJ ad denying the Armenian Genocide and praising President Joe Biden ‘s formal recognition in April 2021. She visited Armenia’s Genocide Memorial in 2015 and 2019 and donated $1 million to the Armenia Fund in October 2020.

Prison Reform and Clemency Advocacy

Kim has been instrumental in prison reform, aiding in the commutation of sentences for Chris Young and Alice Marie Johnson, the latter granted by President Donald Trump in June 2018. She supported the First Step Act, leading to significant U.S. prison system reforms. In 2019, her “90 Days to Freedom” campaign released 17 nonviolent drug offenders.

In April 2022, Kardashian advocated for Melissa Lucio, contributing to a stay of execution for the Texas death row inmate. In July 2022, she supported the release of rapper Gunna, who was later sentenced to five years in December, commuted to time served plus probation and community service.

In conclusion, Kim Kardashian’s biography reveals that her influence extends far beyond entertainment. Kardashian has crafted a compelling and complex narrative through her entrepreneurial ventures, advocacy work, and personal trials. Her success story is an intriguing example of a modern celebrity, where success is measured not only in wealth and fame but also in the ability to effect meaningful change.

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Kim Kardashian

(reality tv personality, socialite, actress, businesswoman, and model), kim kardashian is an american tv personality, socialite, model, actress. she is always in the news for her controversies, affairs. kim was married to kanye west..

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At the end of the day, life is about being happy being who you are, and I feel like we are so blessed to have the support system and the best family to really just support each other no matter what we're going through

It's fun to have a partner who understands your life and lets you be you

When there's so many haters and negative things, I really don't care.

Kim Kardashian is having an affair. Her sexual orientation is straight. Kim K is married thrice. She is a mother of four(North West, Psalm West, Chicago West, Saint West).

What is the relationship of Kim Kardashian? Kim Kardashian’s love life has been the subject of intense media interest. She has been dating an American comedian Pete Davidson since November 2021. However. the couple split in less than a year of dating. In the early week of August 2022, the news confirmed that the couple parted ways. As of now, Kim seems to be single . Kim and Pete first hooked up after she hosted Saturday Night Live . Pete celebrated his 28th birthday with Kim’s family at her mother Kris’s residence. Talking about Kim’s past relationship or affair, she eloped with music producer Damon Thomas at the age of 19. They filed for a divorce in 2003 and she stated that emotional and physical abuse were the reasons for her separation from Thomas. On August 20, 2011, she married NBA player Kris Humphries , only to file for divorce within 72 days of the wedding. The divorce was granted in 2013. In early 2012, Kardashian was seen with famed rapper Kanye West . In December 2012, the couple revealed that they were expecting their first child together. Kardashian gave birth to her first child, a daughter named North West, on June 15, 2013. The couple got married on May 24, 2014. She gave birth to her second child, son Saint West, on December 5, 2015. On 15 January 2018, she became the mother of her third baby, Chicago West via surrogacy . Her fourth child, a son was born on May 10, 2019. They named him Psalm. Sadly, the reports of their divorce were in the media soon. They were also public about their bad marriage via their social media handle. Finally, in 2020, the couple decided to separate. Prior to this, she had an affair with the celebrities like Gabriel Aubry ,  Michael Copon ,  Miles Austin , Reggie Bush ,  Nick Cannon , Game,  Nick Lachey ,  Ray J ,  Joey Lawrence as well as TJ Jackson .

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Who is Kim Kardashian?

Kim kardashian(west) is a reality tv personality, socialite, actress, businesswoman, and model. she along with her family are the star of the reality show keeping up with the kardashian ..

Kim’s scandalous video with her former boyfriend Ray J made her more popular. She has had tremendous success as an entrepreneur, launching clothing lines and smartphone apps too.

Kim Kardashian: Age, Parents, Siblings, Family, Nationality, Ethnicity

Kim Kardashian was born on October 21, 1980, in Los Angeles, California. Her nationality is American and her ethnicity is mixed(Dutch, English, Armenian American, Irish, and Scottish).

Her birth name is Kimberly Noel Kardashian. She was born to parents Robert Kardashian(father) and Kris Jenner (mother). She has an older sister Kourtney and a younger sister and a brother, Khloe , and Rob .

After her mother’s divorce from her father, her mother re-married Caitlyn Jenner . Through her mother’s other marriage, Kardashians gained step-brothers Burton “Burt”, Brandon, and Brody, step-sister Casey, and half-sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner .

According to Kardashian, her childhood was hardly the stuff of stardom. Sunday church was a regular part of family life.

So was the expectation among the Kardashian children that, once they each reached the age of 18, living off the family dime was no longer an option.

After the death of her father, her family has the responsibility of the corporation. However later they sold it.

In which school did Kim Kardashian attend?

Talking about her education, Kim attended Marymount High School which was a Roman Catholic all-girls school in Los Angeles. While attending Catholic girls’ high school, Kim Kardashian used to work for her father’s company.

Furthermore, Kim Kardashian recently took the ‘baby bar’ exam on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. She is just one step closer to becoming a lawyer .

Kim Kardashian: Professional Life, Career

Despite her business endeavors, it was her infamous sex video she made with R&B singer Ray J. that catapulted her to superstardom. In early 2007, a video of Kardashian and the rapper in bed made it into the hands of Vivid Entertainment, a large adult film company.

Vivid, which paid $1 million for rights to the 30-minute tape, widely promoted the release of the video, which is called Kim Kardashian Superstar.

Kardashian quickly countered with legal action, suing for invasion of privacy. But in May 2007, three months after the video’s debut, she agreed to a $5 million settlement.

Around the time of the video’s release, Kardashian started making her way onto the television screen for something completely different, when the E! Network debuted a new reality TV series known as “Keeping up with the Kardashians”.

Produced by American Idol host Ryan Seacrest, the show follows the lives of Kim, her sisters, Kourtney and Khloe, brother Robert Jr., mother Kris Jenner, stepfather Bruce Jenner, and the two young daughters of Kris and Bruce, Kendall and Kylie.

In one memorable episode from the first season, Kim discusses with her family an offer from Playboy to appear nude in the magazine. Kardashian eventually agreed to do it and bared it all for publication in the December 2007 issue.

In March 2009, Kim Kardashian helped launch a shoe shopping service, ShoeDazzle, that taps into the expertise of Hollywood’s most revered stylists.

Also, she’s launched her own perfume line, a Sears fashion collection with Kourtney and Khloe, Kardashian-branded tanning products, and more.

Later in 2011, she became a part of the reality series ‘Khloe & Lamar’, appearing in three episodes. She later appeared in 18 episodes of the reality show, ‘Kourtney and Kim Take New York.

How much is the net worth of Kim Kardashian?

As of 2022, Kim’s net worth is 1.8 billion USD as per reports by Forbes.

With millions of followers on social media, she receives between $10,000 to $20,000 per post when promoting products for various brands.

Kim Kardashian has a net worth of $350 million(2017) but her salary is not revealed yet.

Kim Kardashian: Rumors, Controversies

Well, this superstar has made many headlines from an early age. Kim’s scandalous video with her ex-boyfriend Ray J raised many controversies.

Kim Kardashian again made headlines when she married Kris Humphries as it was the most expensive wedding of the decade. There was also news that she insulted Indian food which resulted in another controversy.

Body Measurements: Height, Weight, Body Size

Kim Kardashian is famous for her enviable hourglass figure. She is largely known for her shapely behind and has been subjected to countless accusations of butt implants.

She denies that any alterations have been made to achieve her figure or look.

The 5 feet 3-inches beauty boasts measurements of 34-26-39 inches. She weighs 65 kg.

To maintain her body Kim Kardashian does regular workouts and follows a healthy diet.

She has black hair color and dark brown eye color. She wears a dress size of 12 (US) and a shoe size of 7(US).

Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

Kim Kardashian is currently active on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

She has more than 30.1 million followers on Facebook, 188 million followers on Instagram, and 61.2 million followers on Twitter.

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Kimberly Noel Kardashian was born on October 21, 1980. She is an American media personality, socialite, and businesswoman who rose to fame as a reality TV star and a friend of Paris Hilton. She is best known for her appearance on the hit show Keeping Up with the Kardashians, which chronicled the lives of her and her family. She is also the founder of several successful businesses, including KKW Beauty , KKW Fragrance , and Skims . She has been involved in various social causes, such as prison reform and clemency, and is currently studying law under a four-year apprenticeship. She has been married three times and has four children with her ex-husband Kanye West.

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Kim Kardashian was born on October 21, 1980, in Los Angeles, California, to Robert and Kris Kardashian . She has an older sister, Kourtney , a younger sister, Khloé , and a younger brother, Rob . Her father was a third-generation Armenian-American lawyer who became famous for defending O.J. Simpson in his murder trial. Her mother is of Scottish and Dutch ancestry and was a flight attendant before becoming a manager and producer for her children’s careers. Kim attended Marymount High School , a Roman Catholic all-girls school in Los Angeles, where she was a cheerleader and a student council member. She graduated in 1998 and briefly attended Pierce College , but did not complete a degree.

Kim began her career as a stylist and a personal assistant for celebrities, such as Paris Hilton and Brandy . She gained media attention in 2003 when a sex tape she made with her then-boyfriend Ray J was leaked online. In 2007, she and her family signed a deal with E! to star in a reality TV series called Keeping Up with the Kardashians, which became a huge success and spawned several spin-offs, such as Kourtney and Kim Take New York and Kourtney and Kim Take Miami . The show also helped Kim launch her own brand and endorse various products, such as perfume, clothing, jewelry, and cosmetics. 

She also ventured into acting, appearing in films like Disaster Movie , Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor , and PAW Patrol: The Movie , and TV shows like How I Met Your Mother, 2 Broke Girls , and American Horror Story . In 2014, she released a mobile game called Kim Kardashian: Hollywood , which was a hit and earned her millions of dollars. In 2015, she published a book of selfies called Selfish , which became a bestseller. 

Also in 2017, she founded her own beauty company, KKW Beauty , which sells makeup, skincare, and fragrance products. In 2019, she launched her own shapewear line, Skims, which offers inclusive and comfortable solutions for women of all sizes and shapes. In 2020, she announced that she was studying law under a four-year apprenticeship with the legal nonprofit #cut50, which advocates for criminal justice reform. She has also been vocal about supporting various causes, such as gun control, Armenian genocide recognition, and Black Lives Matter.

Kim has been married three times. Her first marriage was to music producer Damon Thomas , whom she eloped with in 2000 when she was 19 years old. They divorced in 2004. Her second marriage was to NBA player Kris Humphries , whom she married in 2011 in a lavish ceremony that was televised as a two-part special. They separated after 72 days and finalized their divorce in 2013. Her third marriage was to rapper and fashion designer Kanye West , whom she began dating in 2012 and married in 2014 in Italy. They have four children together: North, Saint, Chicago , and Psalm . However, they filed for divorce in 2022 after months of speculation and rumors about their relationship. Kim has also dated other celebrities, such as Nick Lachey , Nick Cannon, Reggie Bush, Miles Austin , and Ray J.

Kim has appeared in several films and TV shows, both as herself and as a fictional character. Some of her notable roles are:

• Kim Kardashian, Superstar (2007)
• Keeping Up with the Kardashians (2007–2021)
• Disaster Movie (2008)
• Kourtney and Kim Take Miami (2009–2013)
• Kourtney and Kim Take New York (2011–2012)
• Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor (2013)
• Dash Dolls (2015)
• PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021)
• The Kardashians (2022–present)
• American Horror Story: Delicate (2023)
• PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023)

Kim has received several awards and nominations for her work in entertainment, fashion, and social media. Some of them are:

• Teen Choice Awards: Choice Female Reality/Variety Star (2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016) – Won
• People’s Choice Awards: Favorite TV Celebreality Star (2011, 2012) – Won
• Glamour Awards: Entrepreneur of the Year (2011) – Won
• Golden Raspberry Awards: Worst Supporting Actress (2009, 2014) – Nominated
• Webby Awards: Break the Internet Award (2016) – Won
• CFDA Fashion Awards: Influencer Award (2018) – Won

Kim is one of the richest and most influential celebrities in the world. According to Forbes, she has a net worth of $1.8 billion as of 2022, making her the richest woman in her family and one of the richest self-made women in America. She earns most of her money from her businesses, such as KKW Beauty , KKW Fragrance , and Skims , which are valued at over $1 billion collectively. She also makes money from her TV show, endorsements, social media, and other ventures.

Social Media Handles

Kim has a massive following on social media, where she posts about her personal and professional life, as well as her opinions and causes. She has over 300 million followers on Instagram, over 100 million followers on Twitter, over 30 million followers on Facebook, and over 10 million subscribers on YouTube. Her social media handles are:

• Instagram: @kimkardashian
• Twitter: @KimKardashian
• Facebook: @KimKardashian
• YouTube: Kim Kardashian West

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Jenner was born Kristen Mary Houghton on November 5, 1955, in San Diego, California. Her father, Robert Houghton, was an aircraft engineer. Jenner has one younger sister named Karen.

When Jenner's parents divorced in 1962, her mother sold the family home in the Point Loma area of San Diego. Jenner, her mom and sister then moved to Clairemont, California, where Jenner attended Longfellow Elementary School.

A year after her parents' divorce, Jenner developed a cancerous bone tumor. Fortunately, the cancer did not spread. After undergoing surgery to remove the tumor, Jenner was given a clean bill of health.

A few years later, Jenner's mother remarried to businessman Harry Shannon. Three months after moving to Oxnard, California, Shannon's business partner ran off with all the company's money. As a result, the family moved back to San Diego.

When Jenner graduated from Clairemont High School, she was far more interested in becoming a wife and mother than going to college.

Marriage to Robert Kardashian

On July 8, 1978, Jenner married successful high-powered attorney, Robert Kardashian , whose best friend was athlete and actor O.J. Simpson . Jenner became close friends with Simpson's wife, Nicole Brown Simpson .

Jenner and Kardashian's marriage yielded four children: three daughters, Kourtney, Kim and Khloé, and son Robert. The couple divorced in 1991.

In the 1990s, Jenner was devastated to learn that Brown Simpson had been killed and that Simpson was being accused of her murder. Kardashian gained national fame by serving on Simpson's defense team during Simpson's highly publicized trial . Simpson was ultimately acquitted of criminal charges but found liable in the civil case that followed. In 2003, Kardashian died of esophageal cancer.

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Marriage to Bruce Jenner

Just after her divorce from Kardashian was final, Jenner married former Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete Bruce in 1991. As a result, she became the stepmother of Bruce's children from his two previous marriages: Burt, Casey, Brandon and Brody Jenner. Jenner and Bruce also had two daughters of their own: Kendall and Kylie.

When Jenner married Bruce, she became not only his wife but his manager. Soon, Jenner was negotiating his endorsement deals and promoting his career as a racecar driver, in addition to directing the family franchise.

However, it was clear that Jenner and Bruce were having challenges in their marriage, as seen on Keeping Up With the Kardashians . In June 2013 the couple separated and shortly after, divorced in December 2014. The reality of their breakup was made even more clear when Bruce came out as transgender in April 2015. That fall he officially changed his name to Caitlyn and began identifying as female. The E! Network gave Caitlyn a spinoff series, called I Am Cait , documenting her gender transition.

Reality Star and 'Momager'

In 2007, Jenner met with producer Ryan Seacrest ; the result was the wildly popular reality TV show, Keeping Up with the Kardashians , featuring Jenner and her family living the atypical everyday lives of celebrity entrepreneurs. The show has since led to multiple spin-offs, including Kourtney and Khloé Take Miami (later renamed Kourtney and Kim Take Miami ), Kourtney and Kim Take New York , and Khloé and Lamar. Jenner's youngest daughters also had similar spinoffs.

Serving as the manager of her biological children's business ventures and public appearances, Jenner is a self-described "momager," and credits herself with coining the term. Business ventures ascribed to the family franchise include everything from clothing, skin care and fragrance lines, to the tell-all autobiographies Kardashian Konfidential and Kris Jenner ... And All Things Kardashian .

In 2013, Jenner debuted her own daytime TV talk show. The program, however, failed to attract enough of an audience to be renewed.

Personal Life

Since 2014 Jenner has been dating entertainment businessman Corey Gamble, who is 25 years her junior.

QUICK FACTS

• Name: Kris Jenner
• Birth Year: 1955
• Birth date: November 5, 1955
• Birth State: California
• Birth City: San Diego
• Birth Country: United States
• Gender: Male
• Best Known For: Reality television star and "momager" Kris Jenner appears on 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' with her famous family.
• Astrological Sign: Scorpio
• Clairemont High School
• Longfellow Elementary School

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CITATION INFORMATION

• Article Title: Kris Jenner Biography
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• Last Updated: June 12, 2020
• Original Published Date: April 2, 2014
• I'm a unique combination of mother and manager. I've actually trademarked the term 'momager,' which is what I am.
• The one thing we decide to do is to show everything and not edit ourselves.

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