Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian was raised in the Armenian Apostolic Church, one of the world's oldest Christian traditions. Her father, Robert Kardashian, was Armenian American, and her Armenian heritage has remained an important part of her identity. Although she has spoken about not being deeply religious in a traditional sense, she has said that faith plays a meaningful role in her life. She has publicly discussed praying regularly, keeping religious symbols in her home, and turning to her beliefs during difficult moments. In 2019, she and her children were baptized at Etchmiadzin Cathedral, the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Kim's faith has also influenced the way she approaches family and personal growth. She has emphasized the importance of teaching her children about their Armenian heritage and Christian traditions while encouraging values such as compassion, gratitude, and resilience. During periods of personal challenge, including her divorce and the demands of public life, she has mentioned relying on prayer and spirituality for strength and perspective. While religion is not the primary focus of her public image, she has consistently described it as a source of comfort and guidance.

Overall, religion has shaped Kim Kardashian by helping her stay connected to her cultural roots and providing a moral and spiritual foundation. Rather than expressing her faith primarily through public worship or religious advocacy, she incorporates it into her daily life through family traditions, prayer, and acts of reflection. Her example illustrates how faith can remain a personal influence, shaping values and decisions even within the pressures of a highly visible career.

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Personal Details

Born
Kimberly Noel Kardashian
October 21, 1980 (age 45)
Los Angeles, California, USA
Height
5'2"
Residence
Hidden Hills, California, USA
Nationality
American
Family Heritage
English (Mother side), Scottish (Mother side), Armenian (Father side)
Religion
Political Party
Democrat (Socially liberal),
Republican (Fiscally conservative)
Secondary School
Private
Spouse(s)
Kanye West - American Rapper/Songwriter/Record Producer (m.2014 - div.2022),
Kris Humphries - Former professional basketball player (m.2011 - div.2013),
Damon Thomas - Record Producer/Songwriter (m.2000 - div.2004)
Children
North West (Father - Kanye West),
Saint West (Father - Kanye West),
Chicago West (Father - Kanye West),
Psalm West (Father - Kanye West)
Relatives
Robert Kardashian - Attorney (Father),
Kris Jenner - Businesswoman/Producer (Mother),
Khloé Kardashian - Media personality/Businesswoman/Model (Sister),
Kourtney Kardashian Barker - Media personality/Businesswoman (Sister),
Kendall Jenner - Media personality/Model (Half-sister ),
Kylie Jenner - Media personality/Businesswoman (Half-sister ),
Rob Kardashian - Media personality (Brother)
Pets
Dog(s)
Favorite Quotes
"I believe that God has a plan for everyone.",
"I'm really grounded in my faith.",
"Get your f*ing ass up and work. It seems like nobody wants to work these days."

Wealth Meter

Upbringing
Affluent
Net Worth
$1.9B Forbes 2026 (#2177)
Wealth Contributors
Inherited/Received money from parent(s), Secured funding from investors
First Break
She first gained media attention in 2007 following the unauthorized release of a sex tape with American singer Ray J. Afterwards, she and her family began to appear on the E! reality television series Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

Business/Public Service

Occupation
Businesswoman, Fashion Designer, Media Personality, Model, Producer, Actress
Organizations
Skims Body, Inc (2019 Co-founder),
KIMSA PRINCESS INC. (2007)
Industries
Media & Entertainment

Real Estate Portfolio

2022 - Malibu, CA, USA ($70.4M USD),
2020 - Harrison, ID, USA,
2019 - Land in La Quinta, CA, USA ($6.3M USD),
2014 - Hidden Hills, CA, USA (~$40M USD)

Toys and Other Valuables

2022 - Gulfstream G650ER - Private Jet ($95M USD)

Criminal Charges

October 3, 2022 - The SEC found that Kardashian violated the anti-touting provision of the federal securities laws by failing to disclose the $250,000 payment she received for the ad.
Outcome: October 3, 2022 - without admitting or denying the charges, Kardashian agreed to settle with the SEC by paying pay $1.26 million, consisting of a million-dollar penalty, and $260,000 in disgorgement and pre-judgment interest, along with a promise to cooperate with the SEC investigation going forward.

Net Worth and Donations

Kim Kardashian Net Worth
S&P 500

Kim Kardashian does not have a widely recognized personal nonprofit organization that she solely founded and operates. However, she is associated with the Kardashian Jenner Family Foundation, a 501(c)(3) private foundation that includes members of the Kardashian-Jenner family on its board. The foundation provides grants to charitable organizations supporting a variety of causes. Public IRS filings show that Kim has served as a director alongside other family members.

In addition to the family foundation, Kim is known for supporting charities and advocacy organizations rather than running her own standalone nonprofit. Her philanthropic work has included:

  • Criminal justice reform and legal advocacy.
  • Donations to disaster relief efforts, including support for Armenia and wildfire relief.
  • Partnerships with organizations such as Baby2Baby, which provides essential items to children living in poverty.

In 2014, Kim Kardashian made one donation for $15,000 USD to the DNC Services Corp (D).

In 2024, the Kardashian Jenner Family Foundation Inc. (includes Kim but also all of her siblings and mother) awarded approximately $61,611 in grants.  The largest areas of funding among the top 10 donations were:

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center: $36,311
  • Chosen Infertility Group: $15,000
  • Union Station Homeless Station: $10,000