Kim Kardashian's Heartfelt Tribute: A Never-Before-Seen Photo with Robert and Kris
KIM KARDASHIAN UNLEASHES A FLOOD OF EMOTIONS AS SHE SHARED A NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN PHOTO WITH HER LATE DAD ROBERT KARDASHIAN
Kim Kardashian is taking us back in time with a heartwarming throwback photo featuring her late father Robert Kardashian. The reality TV star, 44, has left fans swooning as she shared the nostalgic snap on her Instagram account. In the image, Kim's mother Kris Jenner, 69, and her dad Robert are beaming with joy, while Kim herself is a tiny tot standing between them.
Captioning the post "Dad, Mom and Me," the SKIMS founder has given us a glimpse into her childhood memories. But what makes this photo even more special is that it's not just any ordinary family portrait. It was taken long before Robert's untimely passing from esophageal cancer in 2003, when Kim was just 22 years old.
For those who may be unaware, Robert Kardashian was an attorney and a devoted father to his four children with Kris: Kim, Kourtney, Khloe, and Rob. The couple got married in 1978 but parted ways in 1991 after their divorce. Despite the separation, Robert continued to play an active role in his children's lives.
But what's even more fascinating is that Robert had a rather complicated love life. In 1998, just seven years after his divorce from Kris was finalized, he married Jan Ashley - only for the marriage to be annulled a mere 30 days later! After dating for three years, Robert tied the knot with Ellen Pierson (née Markowitz) just six weeks before his passing.
Meanwhile, Kris went on to marry Olympic decathlete Caitlyn Jenner (formerly Bruce), 75, in 1991. The couple had two daughters together - Kendall and Kylie - but their marriage didn't last forever either. It seems like family drama is never too far behind the Kardashian-Jenner clan!
In recent years, Kim has been making headlines for her career choices, particularly her decision to become a lawyer, just like her dad Robert. In May, she completed her law school program after an impressive six-year journey and is now working towards passing the Bar Exam. But what's even more remarkable is that she's using her newfound knowledge to help former inmates find employment.
Kim has been vocal about how proud she'd be if her father were alive today. "He must've been going through some of the same things that I have gone through," she said in a 2020 interview. "It would have been exciting to talk to him about that, and I know that he would be so, so proud."
But Kim's quest for family heirlooms has hit a snag. In March, her attempt to purchase a Bible gifted by Robert to O.J. Simpson was rejected by the estate's executor, Malcolm LaVergne. The Bible features a handwritten note from Robert to Simpson, wishing him well and encouraging him to read his daily devotions.
LaVergne revealed that Kim's team contacted him after learning that some of Simpson's personal effects were going up for auction. They offered $15,000 for the Bible but ultimately lost out when it sold at auction for a staggering $65,800!
The story behind this family heirloom is truly fascinating. Robert and O.J. met in the 1960s or 1970s while attending USC. Later, they reconnected while playing tennis at a mutual friend's house. Despite Robert defending Simpson during his infamous trial in 1995, the two men eventually fell out after Simpson's acquittal.
Now, we're left wondering what would have happened if Kim had gotten her hands on that Bible. Would it have brought back fond memories of her dad? Or would it have been a painful reminder of their complicated family history?
One thing is for sure - this story has left us with more questions than answers! What do you think, folks?
