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How tall is Kim Kardashian? Unlike her towering online persona, SKIMS founder is quite petite

Kim Kardashian is reportedly taller than her elder sister Kourtney, but is shorter than her younger sisters and her mother Kris Jenner
UPDATED DEC 12, 2023
Kim Kardashian may seem like a huge personality online but in reality, she is quite short (Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Karl Lagerfeld)
Kim Kardashian may seem like a huge personality online but in reality, she is quite short (Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Karl Lagerfeld)
Full Name Kimberly Noel Kardashian
Date of Birth 21 October, 1980
Age 42 (as of 2023)
Place of Birth Los Angeles, California
Height 5 ft 2 in (157.48 cm) approx
Weight 53 kg (119 lbs) approx
Siblings Kourtney Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Robert Kardashian Jr, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner
Net Worth $1.7 billion
Husband Kanye West (m. 2014–2022), Kris Humphries (m. 2011–2013), Damon Thomas (m. 2000–2004)
Children Four -- North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kim Kardashian is known worldwide not just for her beauty and charisma, but also for her entrepreneurial skills, which have helped her stand tall among other successful businesswomen in the world.

The 42-year-old is most famous for being part of the Kardashian-Jenner clan. She is the second oldest among her sisters — Kourtney, Khloe, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner. Kim Kardashian's height is approximately 5ft 2 in (157.48 cm).

Kim Kardashian attends the 2023 TIME100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 26, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)

Kim Kardashian attends the 2023 TIME100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 26 in New York City (Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)

Despite her tall stature in the world of entertainment and online, Kim is reportedly shorter than her younger sisters, and even shorter than her mother, Kris Jenner, whose height is reportedly 5ft 6in (167.64 cm).

Kim Kardashian is just 2 inches taller than Kourtney

Kim Kardashian's height is approximately 5ft 2 in (157.48 cm) and she is said to be just two inches taller than her elder sister Kourtney, who is exactly 5 ft (152 cm) tall.

The former wife of Kanye West reportedly revealed on 'The Today Show' in 2008, “I am a size 27 jeans wearer, and I measure 34 to 26 inches tall. Although I am 5-foot-2 and a half, everyone carries their weight differently.”

From her days in reality television to her current status as a cultural icon, Kim Kardashian's height has never held her back. Intriguingly, Kim Kardashian's height of 5ft 2 in (1.57m/152 cm) isn't the only detail that captures attention. She has been quite candid about her weight, her weight yo-yos between 118-120 lbs (53-54.4 kg).

(L-R) Television personalities Khloe Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, and Kourtney Kardashian arrive at the Tao Nightclub at The Venetian Las Vegas to celebrate Kim Kardashian's 33rd birthday on October 26, 2013, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Television personalities Khloe Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, and Kourtney Kardashian arrive at the Tao Nightclub at The Venetian Las Vegas to celebrate Kim Kardashian's 33rd birthday on October 26, 2013, in Las Vegas, Nevada (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Kim Kardashian's height when compared to her younger sisters is quite short. Khloe is around 5ft 10 inches (178 cm). However, she reportedly prefers to stay away from taking photos with her elder sisters due to that reason.

Khloe said, “They are 5-foot and 5-foot-2, so I look massive next to them. My brother [Rob] and I were always heavy. They gave us food to keep us comforted. All we did was eat crap.”

Is Kim Kardashian considered short?

Kim Kardashian's height of 5ft 2 in (1.57m/ 157.48 cm) may be considered short by conventional standards, but it has never hindered her from leaving an indelible mark on the world of fashion and beauty.

Despite not conforming to traditional ideals, Kim has become a beacon of confidence and empowerment for millions. With a fashion-forward sense that's hard to match, Kim Kardashian's height is an integral part of her unique brand.

Her ability to make a statement, whether on the red carpet or through her social media platforms, showcases how individuality and style go hand in hand.

Who is taller Kim Kardashian or Kylie Jenner?

Let's compare Kim Kardarshian's height with her sisters. Kylie is about 5ft 6 inches tall (167.64 cm) but Kendall surpasses them all at a height of 5ft 11 inches (180.34 cm), while Kim is 5ft 2 in. 

Kylie told Your Next Shoes, “My favorite part of my body is my height. Sometimes I’m self-conscious about my broad shoulders.” Compared to her other sisters, Kylie is shorter than Khloe, Kourtney, and Kendall, but taller than Kim in height.

(L-R) TV personalities Kendall Jenner, Kim Kardashian, and Kylie Jenner attend the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards at The Forum on August 24, 2014, in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images for MTV)
TV personalities Kendall Jenner, Kim Kardashian, and Kylie Jenner attend the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards at The Forum on August 24, 2014, in Inglewood, California (Larry Busacca/Getty Images for MTV)

Kylie has also heaped praise on her younger sister’s tall personality as she reportedly said, “She’s the tallest person in the room. I was looking for her and was like, ‘Oh, there’s the tallest person.'" Kendall said, “If you need to find me, I’m up here. If you need me to tell you who’s around, I can tell you.”

What is Kanye West's height?

Kim and West had been one of Hollywood's most famous couples before their divorce in 2022. The former couple have four children together – North, 10, Saint, 7, Chicago, 5, and Psalm, 4. There was a time when they looked great together despite Kim Kardashian's height.

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West attend Harper's Bazaar's celebration of
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West attend Harper's Bazaar's celebration of 'ICONS By Carine Roitfeld' on September 9, 2016, in New York City (Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Harper's Bazaar)

The ‘Donda’ singer is reportedly 5 ft 8 in tall (172.72 cm). In 2015, Kim spoke about her romance with West and told Us, “We worked together on a pilot for a show called ‘Alligator Boots’ back in 2008 and I played Princess Leia. We had met before this project (back in 2003), but I would say this is when we first really connected.”

How height became a talking point for the Kardashians

Real talk: Kim Kardashian's height and public perception

Kim Kardashian's height has been a topic of public discussion, with various sources providing different measurements.

According to some sources, she stands at around 5'3" or 5'4". However, other sources state that her height is 5'2" (157 cm).

Her height has been a factor in her public image as fans and critics have scrutinized every aspect of her appearance, including how tall she is.

Kim often wears high heels and platform shoes to give herself a little extra height, and her fashion choices frequently emphasize her curves and hourglass figure. 

Kim Kardashian's career: From reality TV to entrepreneurship

Kim Kardashian's career has evolved from her early days as a reality TV star to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur. In 2007, she and her family members attained varying levels of celebrity with the premiere of their reality TV series, 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians'.

Kim's good looks and curvaceous figure made her a pop culture phenomenon, and her canny self-promotion, which included a strong social media presence, helped create a hugely successful brand.

Kim Kardashian has been involved in several business ventures throughout her career. In 2006, she and her sisters Kourtney and Khloe opened a boutique in Calabasas, California, called DASH.

She has also been involved in numerous other business ventures, including a series of fitness DVDs, a credit card, various beauty products, and a game app that allowed users to create a celebrity.

Kim Kardashian is also the owner of the shapewear company SKIMS, which she founded in 2019. The brand has seen significant success, with reports indicating that SKIMS sold out on its first day, earning $2 million.

Additionally, she has been involved in other business endeavors, including her beauty line KKW Beauty, and a private equity firm called SKKY Partners, which she co-founded with Jay Sammons, a former partner at Carlyle Group. 

Height's impact on Kim Kardashian's public image

Kim Kardashian's height has played a role in her public image and perception in the entertainment industry. Her height has been a topic of public discussion, contributing to her public image and perceived relatability.

Additionally, her fashion choices often emphasize her curves and hourglass figure, which has also brought attention to her height and its role in her career.

Some critics have suggested that her height is part of what makes her relatable and down-to-earth, while others have criticized her for not being tall and thin enough to fit certain beauty standards.

Despite being of average height for a woman, her height has played a role in the entertainment industry due to the public's fascination with celebrity

Kim Kardashian’s engagement with fans

Kim Kardashian's strong social media presence and strategic use of platforms have contributed to her close relationship with her fan base.

Reportedly, she has been praised for her ability to engage with her fans and maintain a high level of interaction, even on days when she might not be in a positive mood.

Kim Kardashian's followers count is as follows:

Twitter: The star has over 74 million followers on Twitter.

Instagram: She has 363.7 million followers on Instagram, with an engagement rate of 0.30% and an average of 1.1 million likes per post.

Facebook: Kim Kardashian has 35 million followers on her official FaceBook page.

In one moment, Kim Kardashian's public image was initially impacted by the release of her sex tape with Ray J, The tape, released by porn company Vivid Entertainment in 2007, garnered significant attention and controversy.

However, rather than allowing it to ruin her image, Kim Kardashian took ownership of the situation and used it to her advantage. She leveraged the attention to build her brand and launch a successful business empire.

Kim Kardashian’s relationships 

Kim Kardashian's dating history includes several high-profile relationships and marriages. She has been married three times and has been in relationships with various well-known individuals.

Damon Thomas: Kim Kardashian's first marriage was to music producer Damon Thomas. They were married from 2000 to 2004.

Kris Humphries: Her second high-profile relationship was with NBA player Kris Humphries. They got married in 2011, but the marriage ended after 72 days.

Kanye West: Kim Kardashian was in a long-term relationship with rapper Kanye West. They were married from 2014 to 2021 and have four children together.

Pete Davidson: Following her divorce from Kanye West, Kim Kardashian was in a relationship with comedian Pete Davidson. However, they split in 2022 after a brief romance.

Other Relationships: Kim Kardashian has reportedly also been romantically linked to football player Reggie Bush, TV presenter Nick Cannon, and others.

As of September 2023, an insider revealed to People that the individual in question is casually spending time with NFL star Odell Beckham Jr.

Who are there in Kim Kardashian’s family?

Kim Kardashian comes from a prominent family, the Kardashian-Jenner family, which includes her parents, siblings, and half-siblings.

Her father Robert Kardashian was a well-known defense attorney and represented OJ Simpson during his 1995 murder trial.

Her mother Kris Jenner is a television personality and businesswoman who later served as Kim's manager.

Kim Kardashian has three siblings -- Kourtney, Khloe, and Rob Kardashian. She also has two half-sisters, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, from her mother's second marriage to Caitlyn Jenner.

She has four children, North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm from her third marriage to rapper Kanye West. 

Kim Kardashian has several nieces and nephews. Kourtney Kardashian has three children with her ex Scott Disick -- Mason, Penelope, and Reign.

Khloe Kardashian has one child, True, with her ex-boyfriend Tristan Thompson. Kylie Jenner has one child, Stormi, with her ex-boyfriend Travis Scott. 

Five facts about Kim Kardashian beyond her height

Kim Kardashian's life is peppered with interesting details. From her six piercings to her previous role as a celebrity stylist, she navigated controversies, including regrets about an adult tape with Ray J.

Her dynamic with sister Kourtney is marked by rivalry, while memorable moments include getting drunk at Beyonce's party and almost not marrying Kris Humphries.

A fan of icons like Elizabeth Taylor and Jennifer Lopez, Kim's diverse interests even led to a cringe-worthy single in 2011.

Despite a Razzie Award for Worst Supporting Actress, she embraced challenges, including shedding 16 lbs to wear Marilyn Monroe's dress for the Met Gala, in a fascinating journey through fame and personal growth.

How tall Is Kim Kardashian's alleged boyfriend?

Kim Kardashian's current boyfriend, NFL star Odell Beckham Jr, is also known for his height. He is 5ft 11 inches tall.

Who is the richest Kardashian?

Kylie Jenner is considered the richest member of the Kardashian-Jenner family. She made her fortune through her cosmetics company, Kylie Cosmetics, and her reality television appearances on 'Keeping Up With The Kardashians' and 'Life of Kylie'.

According to Forbes in 2022, Kylie Jenner's net worth is estimated to be $400 million, but as of 2023, the richest Kardashian is Kim Kardashian, officially a billionaire, with a net worth of $1.8 billion. 

What is Kim Kardashian's real age?

Kim Kardashian was born on October 21, 1980. As of December 12, 2023, she is 42 years old. 

Who does Kim Kardashian live with?

Kim Kardashian owns a house in the Hollywood Hills, where she lives with her four children, North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm, and her sister Kourtney. 

What is going on between Kim Kardashian and Taylor Swift?

The feud between Kim Kardashian and Taylor Swift began when Taylor Swift mentioned that she didn't know whether Kardashian was "a stylist or a publicist" during an acceptance speech at the 2014 Golden Globes.

Kardashian was offended by Swift's remark and later accused her of "playing the victim" and "lying" about her music video for 'This Is What You Came For', in which Swift wore a bikini.

The feud continued when Swift's Eras Tour documentary was released in 2023 and fans noticed that Kardashian was not tagged in any of the photos featuring Swift and the Eras Tour crew members backstage.

The documentary also included a brief shot of Kardashian being helped out of a car, which led to more speculation about the ongoing feud.

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