Kim Kardashian Mourns Childhood Friend Lindsay May: 'Our World is Not the Same'

Kim Kardashian's Heart-Wrenching Tribute to Beloved Childhood Friend Lindsay May

The world of reality TV and celebrity culture is mourning a devastating loss as Kim Kardashian continues to come to terms with the passing of her childhood "lifer" friend, Lindsay May. The 44-year-old SKIMS founder has taken to social media to honor May's memory on what would have been her first "heavenly birthday."

According to insiders, Kardashian was deeply shaken by May's death in November following a long battle with cancer. In a heartfelt post shared over the weekend, Kim revealed that she had spent the past few days celebrating May's special day in a big way.

"It was just your birthday and I know you never liked to make a big deal of it, but Happy Heavenly Birthday, Lindz," Kardashian wrote, opening up about her emotional struggles. "I waited months to post this, mostly because I couldn’t find the right words."

As fans may recall, May was more than just a friend to Kim – she was part of their close-knit group chat that included fellow childhood friends Allison Statter, Sarah Meyer Michaelson, Ashley Kassan, and Zoe Winkler. The absence of her dear friend has left an unsettling silence in their once-vibrant group.

"Nothing really captures how quiet and empty our lifers chat feels without you in it," Kardashian confessed. "I know you’d probably roll your eyes at me posting anything — especially since you didn’t really even have social media — but I couldn’t go through this lake trip without feeling you everywhere, and I needed to share it."

The lake, which held a special place in May's heart, was where the group would often gather for their favorite traditions. For Kardashian, this included cherished memories of laughter, sunsets, and quiet moments spent together with their children.

On her latest lake trip, Kim revealed that May's absence was felt "in every sunset, every laugh, [and] every quiet moment." As she gazed back at photos from previous lake trips, Kardashian couldn't help but feel grateful for the memories they shared.

"Looking back at these pictures from a year ago, I feel so grateful for all the memories we made," she wrote. "We miss you so f**king much, Lindz. Our world is not the same without you."

In a rare glimpse into Kim's personal life, sources close to the reality star revealed that she was struggling to cope with May's passing in January.

"It's been really hard on Kim because she had known Lindsay since she was a child growing up in Beverly Hills," a source told The Scholarly Note. "They are only in their forties, not their nineties, so it is difficult to process."

May, who co-founded Mayflower Entertainment, a consulting agency that connected brands with entertainment and pop culture partners, left an indelible mark on Kim's life.

In the wake of her friend's passing, Kardashian has been open about the importance of her support system. During a confessional on The Kardashians, she revealed that she had always relied on her "ride-or-die" friends rather than seeking therapy.

"Honestly, I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for my friends," Kim said candidly. "Like I have the best friends and they’re super supportive."

With May's passing, Kardashian has been forced to confront the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing those around her.

In a poignant tribute, Kim shared selfies taken on their lake trips, smiling group photos, as well as multiple pictures and videos of May blowing out candles on her birthday cake over the years.

As the world mourns the loss of Lindsay May, one thing is clear: she will be deeply missed by Kim Kardashian and their close-knit group of friends.