Kim Kardashian‘s dating history has always been interesting. Even before she shot to fame, the SKIMS creator dated famous offspring, athletes, and music moguls. Over the years, Kardashian has become known for some of her high profile relationships. She’s also been married three times, all of which ended in divorce. However, if her previous romantic patterns are taken into account, she’s likely not done surprising people with her dating life just yet.
Kim Kardashian’s First Intimate Boyfriend Was Michael Jackson’s Nephew
When Kim Kardashian was a teenager she wasn’t famous. However, her family was well connected. Her parents Kris Jenner and Robert Kardashian rubbed elbows with some big Hollywood stars during Kim’s childhood. By the time she was just 14-years-old she already had an intimate relationship with Michael Jackson’s nephew, TJ Jackson (via Us Weekly).
Khloe Kardashian Gave Kim Her Life Savings To Fund Divorce From First Husband Damon Thomas
When Kim was just 19 years old, she ran off and eloped with music producer Damon Thomas, who is 10 years older than her. The couple were married for three years before Kardashian filed for divorce in 2003. Despite coming from a wealthy family, Kardashian says she had no money to fund the divorce. That’s where her younger sister, Khloe Kardashian, stepped in. Kim recently revealed that Khloe had handed over her actual life savings to help Kim get her first divorce.
The amount only tallied up to about $6,000. However, it meant everything to Kim at the time. Later, Kim revealed that she was able to return the gesture by finding the same Coke bottle piggy bank that Khloe kept her money in and filling it up for her as a gift, per The Mirror.
Kim’s Adult Video With Ray J Slingshotted Her To Instant Fame
After divorcing Damon Thomas in 2003, Kim Kardashian moved on to rapper Ray J. The musician was also known for being an actor and the younger brother of music star Brandy. The duo dated for three years. During that time, they filmed an explicit sex tape that was later released and slingshotted Kim into stardom. The tape led to her family’s reality TV series, as well as the fame she now knows today.
Nick Lachey Accused Kim Of Calling Paparazzi To Gain Publicity After He Split With Jessica Simpson
After Nick Lachey’s shocking split from his first wife, Jessica Simpson, one of his first dating escapades was with Kim. Lachey and Kardashian were seen at a showing of The Da Vinci Code, and the news blew up when they left to see dozens of paparazzi there to snap their picture. Later, Nick hinted that Kim may have been the one to call the photographers.
“She left about halfway through and went to the restroom, and then shockingly, there were 25 paparazzi when we left the theater. I think there were other things in play on our little rendezvous. Couldn’t be a nicer girl, we had a great time,” he said, per People Magazine.
Nick Cannon Waited For Kim Kardashian To Be Single Before Pursuing Her
Kardashian met Nick Cannon on the set of Moesha while she was still dating Ray J. However, that didn’t stop the entertainment personality from noticing her. After it was revealed that Kim and Ray J had split, Cannon made his move. They began dating in 2006, but split shortly after the following year.
Kardashian’s Fame Got In The Way Of True Love With Reggie Bush
Kim began dating football star Reggie Bush in 2007. This marked Kardashian’s first real high-profile relationship amid her newfound fame. Their romance was even documented on “Keeping Up With The Kardashians.” However, as Kim’s star began to rise and Reggie’s football career took off, it became hard for the couple to spend time together.
Kim couldn’t devote all of her time to being a WAG. She had a brand to build and a career to focus on. So after three years of ups and downs, the couple officially called it quits for good. It was sad for fans, as Kardashian had previously revealed that she’d hope Bush would be the one.
Kim Attempted To Find Her Perfect Match With A Series Of Flings
After ending her long-term relationship with Reggie Bush, Kim Kardashian began dating again. This time, she looked for Mr. Right in many different environments. She dated football player Miles Austin for a short time. Then she quickly moved on to her bodyguard Shengo Deane. They reconnected years later, but no serious relationship ever sparked. Kim was even spotted on a date with Halle Berry’s baby daddy, Gabriel Aubry. However, they realized they were better off as friends.
Kim Kardashian Was Married To Kris Humphries For Just 72 Days
Kim Kardashian met NBA player Kris Humphries in late 2010. Fans watched the entire thing play out on reality television. The couple began dating and their relationship moved at a whirlwind pace. They quickly got engaged, and after just nine months after beginning their relationship they were married. The pair tied the knot in a lavish ceremony that was filmed for the family’s TV series. However, it didn’t last long. The marriage entered the record books as one of the shortest celebrity unions.
Following their wedding, Kim and Kris headed to New York where they filmed a spin-off of “Keeping Up With The Kardashians.” It quickly became clear that Kim and Kris were not on the same page about their future. They disagreed on what they wanted, where they wanted to raise their children, and more. Kim immediately began to feel something was off, and tearfully told her sisters that she wanted to end the marriage. While Kim filed for divorce, Kris filed for an annulment, citing “fraud.” The split was dragged out and the marriage was officially dissolved in 2013.
Kardashian Fell For Kanye West After Ending Her Second Marriage
While mourning her split from Kris Humphries, Kim Kardashian leaned on friend Kanye West. The two, who had met years before, became close in the wake of her divorce. The rapper asked her to fly to Paris to be with him at his fashion show and they never looked back. They started up a romance and the following year announced they were expecting their first child, daughter North West, while Kardashian was still technically married to Humphries.
North was born in 2013. The next year, Kim and Kanye walked down the aisle together in Italy. They went on to welcome three more children together, son Saint West, whom Kim gave birth to, and younger children Chicago and Psalm, who were born via surrogate. In 2020, Kardashian and West’s marriage seemed to hit an all-time low. The rapper’s public outbursts and rants seemed to take a toll on Kim.
In 2021, Kim filed for divorce. After their split, Kanye quickly moved on with new wife, Bianca Censori. He and Kardashian continue their tumultuous relationship despite ending their marriage.
Kim’s Post-Divorce Rebound With Pete Davidson Shocked Fans
Kim Kardashian gave herself a bit of time to move forward after splitting with Kanye West. However, after taking a chance and agreeing to host “Saturday Night Live,” she met comedian Pete Davidson. The couple began dating much to the surprise of fans. Unfortunately, their relationship was riddled with drama as Kanye West brutally attacked and bashed Pete online.
Kardashian Went Back to Her NFL WAG Roots With Odell Beckham Jr.
After splitting with Pete Davidson, Kim Kardashian quietly dated NFL star Odell Beckham Jr. The couple were spotted out together on multiple occasions. However, they never went public with their romance. They were said to have dated for less than a year before the relationship fizzled out in the Spring of 2024.
What’s Next For Kim Kardashian?
It remains to be seen what’s next for Kim Kardashian. She’s revealed that she’s not opposed to getting married for a fourth time. However, with all of the drama she’s been through, she is likely taking her time and choosing her relationships wisely. However, her fans would like to see her get a fairytale ending. “I hope she finds someone perfect for her,” one person declared of the reality star.
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