'She’s going to ruin it': Fans mock Kim Kardashian as she stars in docuseries on Elizabeth Taylor
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kim Kardashian is preparing to narrate the story of legendary actress Elizabeth Taylor. BBC Arts has recently announced the commissioning of a three-part docuseries titled 'Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar.' The series will be executive produced by Kim Kardashian, along with Kari Lia and Hamish Fergusson, from Passion Pictures production company.
In a statement, 'The Kardashians' star discussed the Oscar-winning actress, saying, "Elizabeth Taylor was unapologetically herself, a fighter. She is proof that you can keep evolving and changing and have different chapters in your life - and she paved the way for all of us who came after her with that blueprint.” The forthcoming series "will feature privileged access to those who knew her best, including members of Elizabeth Taylor’s family, friends, and colleagues from throughout her stellar career."
It will also take the people on Taylor's transformative journey from a child star to the "highest-paid actress in the world," offering a new perspective through "never-before-heard audio tapes, interviews, and unseen TV footage."
Following the announcement, netizens shared their thoughts on Kim Kardashian's latest project.
One social media user expressed, "No matter how hard she tries - Kim will NEVER be Liz Taylor. ."
Another user commented, "Poor Elizabeth will be rolling around in her grave."
A third user chimed in, "She ruined Marylin Monroe’s dress what else is she going to ruin?!"
Someone noted, "Elizabeth was an Icon something Kim K no matter how rich she is can never be. Way to go go ruin something good."
Another user added, "You ever want to ruin something good, add a Kardashian to it!"
A comment read, "That's an insult to a Beautiful Actress."
Why is Kim Kardashian featured in Elizabeth Taylor’s docuseries?
Kim Kardashian is featured in the upcoming BBC docuseries because she conducted Taylor's final interview in 2011 for Harper's Bazaar. During the interview, Kim said, "You are my idol" and sought advice on following in Taylor's footsteps, as per US Weekly. Taylor responded, “Follow your passion, follow your heart, and the things you need will come.”
In its statement, BBC Arts shared that 'Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar' will give the actress "the significance she richly deserves, in all her incarnations: as an actor, rebel, business mogul, and activist – to reveal how Taylor created the blueprint for modern celebrity." Ferguson added, "A unique talent and true luminary, we’re hugely excited to explore her extraordinary life and enduring legacy."
How did Elizabeth Taylor die?
Elizabeth Taylor left this world at the age of 79 on March 23, 2011, due to congestive heart failure at Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Hospital. During her final moments, Taylor was surrounded by her children: Michael [Howard] Wilding, Christopher Wilding, Liza Todd, and Maria Burton. Taylor debuted in the film industry at just 9 years old. Over her extensive career, the British actress received five Academy Award Best Actress nominations, winning twice - in 1961 for 'Butterfield 8' and again in 1967 for 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'
Who were Elizabeth Taylor’s 7 husbands?
During her life, Taylor walked down the aisle a total of eight times. Initially, Taylor married Conrad “Nicky” Hilton in 1950, and they divorced a year later. Shortly after, the 'National Velvet' actress wed Michael Wilding in 1952, and their marriage ended in 1957. She then married Mike Todd during the same year, but they divorced in 1958.
Taylor tied the knot with Eddie Fisher in 1959, and their fourth marriage concluded in divorce in 1964. The Hollywood legend married her fifth husband, Richard Burton, in 1964 and they divorced in 1974. She said 'I Do' to Burton again in 1975, but they went their separate ways in 1976. Taylor married John Warner in 1976, and they separated in 1982. Later on, down the lane, Taylor exchanged vows with Larry Fortensky in 1991, and they divorced in 1996.
