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Kardashian Fame Origins
- The Kardashians' rise to fame began with a leaked sex tape of Kim Kardashian around the time of her father Robert Kardashian's death.
- Robert, a lawyer known for representing OJ Simpson, passed away in 2003, and shortly after, Keeping Up With the Kardashians premiered.
Kardashian Influence
- The Kardashian family's immense influence is cult-like, impacting beauty standards, social interactions, and how we engage with brands and celebrities.
- Their kids are automatically inducted into this "cult," expected to conform to beauty standards and live public-facing lives.
Jordyn Woods Example
- The Kardashians exert cult-like control, as seen with Jordyn Woods, Kylie's ex-best friend.
- After a cheating scandal with Tristan Thompson, the family used their power to try and silence Woods, demonstrating the high cost of betraying them.