Kim Kardashian Reflects on Past Engagements and Relationships
In a recent episode of her Hulu series, The Kardashians, Kim Kardashian opened up about her significant past relationships, particularly her brief marriage to Kris Humphries, which lasted only 72 days, and the engagement rings that marked those moments.
Engagement Rings: A Symbol of Love and Loss
During a conversation with her sister, Khloé Kardashian, on the March 13 episode, Kim reminisced about the engagement rings she has worn throughout her life. She speculated on the design of her future ring, pondering, “I wonder what my next ring shape will be, on my last and final hoorah.”
Kim illustrated her journey through her previous engagements by discussing her first ring, a 14-karat cushion cut given to her by her first husband, Damon Thomas. Next, she transitioned to her second engagement, which yielded the emerald-cut ring from Kris Humphries. Kim revealed a surprising detail about the ring: she financed most of it herself, despite ultimately not retaining it.
Details Surrounding the Emerald-Cut Ring
Kim shared that during her marriage, while expecting her daughter North West, she had to return the ring to Kris as part of their divorce settlement. “I didn’t keep that,” she explained, highlighting the challenge of the situation. “In order to divorce him, he said I had to give him the ring in my divorce.” This statement shocked her hairstylist, Chris Appleton, who remarked on the harshness of the requirement, calling it “savage.”
The jeweler Lorraine Schwartz, who created the ring, indicated that it was for the best that Kim relinquished it, to which Kim expressed a desire for a collection of her past engagement rings.
Support from Family During Difficult Times
Earlier in the season, Kim briefly discussed the support she received from Khloé following her first marriage’s end. She recalled a touching moment when Khloé presented her with a large piggy bank to help during her financial struggles. “When I was getting my first divorce, I moved out and I had no money. I was 21,” Kim said. Khloé’s gesture of offering her savings turned out to be a lifeline.
Khloé remembered, “Let’s take what’s in here, go to the bank and cash it—and let’s use this money for your divorce. I gave her all that I got.” The piggy bank contained around $6,000, which helped Kim secure a down payment on her new apartment.
Conclusion: Lessons from the Past
Kim’s reflections serve as a reminder of how personal experiences and relationships shape us, as well as the importance of family support during challenging times. Through her journey, she emphasizes the lessons learned and the value of remembering the past while looking toward the future.
