Kim Kardashian Shares Emotional Tribute to Late Father Robert on His Birthday
Reality television star and business mogul Kim Kardashian marked a poignant milestone on Monday, paying tribute to her late father Robert Kardashian on what would have been his birthday. The 45-year-old Skims chief creative officer and founding partner took to Instagram to share a nostalgic home movie from 1995, capturing the attorney enjoying a skiing trip with his family.
A Heartfelt Social Media Post
With an immense following of 494.6 million across social media platforms, Kim's post resonated widely. She captioned the video with the emotional words: 'Happy Birthday dad. I miss you so much everyday.' The tribute comes nearly two decades after Robert's tragic death from esophageal cancer in 2003, when Kim was just 22 years old and her father was 59.
The post garnered supportive comments from several high-profile figures, including R&B singer Monica, renowned jewelry designer Lorraine Schwartz, celebrated florist Jeff Leatham, Kim's personal stylist Dani Levi, her childhood best friend Allison Statter, and former First Daughter Ivanka Trump, who wrote: 'Sending you so much love Kim.'
Family Tributes and Shared Memories
Kim's older sister, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, also honored their father's memory by sharing an Instagram Story featuring a large bouquet of white roses, captioned: 'Happy 82nd birthday to my daddy.' Both sisters reposted a nostalgic video montage created by the Instagram fan account Kim Kardashian Media, highlighting cherished family moments.
Robert Kardashian, who co-founded Radio & Records, was father to four children: Kim, Kourtney, Khloé (41), and Robert Jr. (38). His 12-year marriage to Kris Jenner ended in 1991 amid allegations of infidelity. He later annulled his marriage to second wife Jan Ashley in 1999 and wed third wife Ellen Pierson in 2003, just six weeks before his passing.
Legacy and Memorial
Tragically, Robert passed away merely two months after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer, a disease with a typically low five-year survival rate. He was laid to rest at Inglewood Park Cemetery in Inglewood, California, where his gravestone bears the inscription: 'A man of tender heart and generous spirit.'
In 2019, his family commemorated his legacy by hosting the ribbon-cutting ceremony for The UCLA Robert G. Kardashian Center for Esophageal Health. This center focuses on holistic treatment, research, and education, serving as a lasting tribute to his memory.
Kim's Aspirations and Career Moves
Kim has often expressed her dream of following in her father's footsteps, particularly inspired by his role as part of O.J. Simpson's 'dream team' of defense attorneys during the 1995 murder trial. However, her path to becoming an attorney has faced setbacks. She recently discovered she failed the prior State Bar of California exam on November 7, scoring below the required 1,390 out of 2,000 points. Consequently, she will not be retaking the exam scheduled for this Tuesday and Wednesday in Los Angeles.
Despite this, Kim remains busy with numerous entertainment projects. She is currently portraying a 'hot outsider' in Eva Longoria's ensemble comedy The Fifth Wheel, which revolves around a Las Vegas weekend reunion for high school friends. This spring, she will executive produce and reprise her role as divorce attorney Allura Grant in the second season of Ryan Murphy's legal drama All's Fair, despite the show's previously dismal reviews.
Other upcoming ventures for the thrice-divorced mother-of-four include:
- Producing and starring in season eight of The Kardashians
- Working on Amazon's live-action Bratz film for Amazon MGM Studios
- Producing the Hulu pilot Group Chat starring La La Anthony
- Starring in Eva Longoria's Netflix comedy The Fifth Wheel
- Starring in an Amazon thriller penned by Natalie Krinsky
Kim's multifaceted career continues to evolve, blending her entrepreneurial spirit with her aspirations in law and entertainment, all while honoring the memory of her beloved father.
