When you live your life out on TV like the Kardashians do, you’re bound to have some awkward and cringe-worthy moments. Kim is no exception to that rule. Here are Kim Kardashian’s most awkward moments to date.
1. Kim K Reveals She Eats Placenta and Tricks Her Family Into Eating It
When Kim revealed she was consuming her own placenta as a way to combat postpartum depression, she clarified that she didn’t fry it, explaining: “And when I say ‘eat my placenta,’ I mean that I’m having it freeze-dried and made into pill form.” Even so, it freaked people out—especially when she pranked her family into believing they’d eaten placenta when, in reality, it was brisket.
2. Taking Selfies on the Way to Drop Khloé Off at Jail
When Khloé was headed to jail for violating her probation, tensions were high—but the rest of the family stayed surprisingly casual. Kim even started snapping selfies in the backseat. Kris quickly scolded her: “Stop taking pictures of yourself. Your sister’s going to jail.” You have to stay fabulous no matter what’s happening, right?
3. A Meltdown Over a Lost Earring
On a family vacation in Bora Bora, Kim’s then-husband Kris Humphries playfully tossed her into the water—only for her to lose a $75,000 earring. Kim burst into tears, while her sisters scolded her for overreacting. The tantrum was so dramatic it became one of the show’s most iconic—and awkward—moments.
4. Kim Discusses Taylor and Ye
In a casual kitchen chat with Kris and Scott, they brought up Kanye West’s “Famous” music video while Kim was still married to him. Scott tried to clarify the Taylor Swift feud, saying he thought Taylor knew she’d be in the video. Kim simply replied, “She did.” Awkward!
5. An Uncomfortable Dance Sequence
In Season 12, Kim and her sisters attended a hip-hop dance class. Since Kim hates dancing and admits she’s bad at it, the others encouraged her to join—but she sat on the sidelines watching instead. The moment came across as self-conscious and overly serious, making for some cringey TV.
6. Kim Attacks Khloé With Her Purse
The sisters have fought before, but when arguments get physical, it’s peak awkward. After overhearing a conversation between Khloé and Kourtney, Kim tried to join in. Khloé attempted to shut the door on her, prompting Kim to repeatedly hit her with her purse.
7. A Diva at the Photoshoot
For the Season 15 premiere, Kourtney insisted everyone work around her schedule for the family holiday photoshoot. Kim didn’t seem fazed—and had no problem with the idea of leaving Kourtney out entirely.
8. Her “Ugly Crying Face”
Not tied to one episode, Kim’s emotional breakdowns have become a recurring element of KUWTK. What began as moments of raw vulnerability evolved into a viral meme—especially since Kourtney often responded to Kim’s sobbing with laughter.
9. That Time She Wouldn’t Take a Selfie
During an appearance on This Morning with Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford, Kim shocked viewers by saying, “I don’t take selfies anymore,” when they asked for one live on air. “I don’t really like them. It’s not all about sitting there taking selfies. I like to live in real life. I don’t mind pictures, but I’m just not on my phone like I used to be.” We’re not entirely convinced, but okay, Kim.
10. When Her Daughter North Asked How She Got Famous
Imagine explaining to your child that your fame started with a leaked NSFW video. When North once asked why she was famous, Kim simply replied, “We have a TV show. We have a TV show.” Kim revealed this in an interview—though we can’t help but wonder if North now knows the full story.
