Kim Kardashian has publicly defended her daughter, North West, against criticism regarding the 12-year-old’s use of fake piercings and face tattoos. On October 25, 2023, Kardashian addressed the backlash on a joint TikTok account with North, emphasizing that the controversy surrounding the preteen’s temporary style choices is “such a non-issue.”
The conversation began when North showcased her new look in a video that quickly gained traction, amassing nearly 5 million views and 180,000 likes. In the clip, she sported a star tattoo under her eye, her name written in cursive on her cheek, and a faux septum piercing, complemented by braided blue highlights in her hair. North also featured henna designs on her hand and wore a black grill over her teeth.
In response to the criticism, North clarified in a follow-up post that her accessories were temporary, stating, “Fake piercings and fake tatts 4 life.” Despite this, some observers expressed concern, with one commenter labeling the look as a “shocking new look” and another noting, “She’s TWELVE??” However, many defended North’s choices, asserting that experimenting with temporary tattoos is common among children.
Kardashian has supported her daughter’s creative expression in the past. In 2019, she shared a photo of North wearing a fake nose ring during a family celebration, highlighting their history of matching faux piercings at events.
Encouraging Creative Expression
During an appearance on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast on October 15, Kardashian discussed her approach to North’s evolving sense of style. She stated, “I’m like, ‘Babe, if you want blue hair, it is what it is.’ It makes her so happy. I would never take that creativity away from her.” Kardashian noted that North has a strong fashion sense and often dresses in a tomboy style.
“She’ll be like, ‘Mom, I saw this and I don’t really care if someone says they don’t like my blue hair, or my this or that,’” Kardashian explained. This confidence reflects North’s individuality, as she navigates her own fashion choices with assurance.
Balancing Career and Health
In addition to addressing critics, Kardashian has been managing significant personal challenges. Recently, on the reality series The Kardashians, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with “a little aneurysm,” which may have resulted from stress. The series captured her undergoing an MRI and sharing the diagnosis with her sister, Kourtney Kardashian.
Despite these health concerns, Kardashian has remained focused on her professional aspirations. On October 24, 2023, she appeared on The Graham Norton Show and announced her imminent qualification as a lawyer, having studied law since 2019. “I will be qualified in two weeks. I hope to practice law,” she confirmed. Kardashian expressed a desire to transition from her celebrity status to a career as a trial lawyer, potentially stepping away from her public persona in the future.
Viewers can catch new episodes of The Kardashians every Thursday on Hulu, where Kardashian continues to share her journey with a global audience.
