Kim Kardashian has been convicted of promoting SKIMS amid wildfire in LA
Kim Kardashian is facing backlash for promoting a SKIMS sale during the Los Angeles wildfires, which destroyed over 1,000 buildings.
Comedian Meredith Lynch criticized the reality TV star for prioritizing her brand over crisis relief. Now her sister Khloe Kardashian offered practical support and shared ways to help firefighters.
Fans of Kim Kardashian also took to her social media pages and criticized the billionaire for remaining silent during the raging inferno.
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Kim Kardashian faced criticism for SKIMS selling post during the Los Angeles wildfire
In an Instagram story, Kim Kardashian promoted the SKIMS winter sale and highlighted it with a countdown timer.
However, the 44-year-old reality star was criticized by Los Angeles writer and comedian Meredith Lynch, who took Kardashian to task on social media and accused her of prioritizing her brand over the wildfire crisis that continues to ravage parts of Los Angeles devastated. Homes destroyed and hundreds displaced.
In an Instagram video, Lynch expressed his frustration, saying, “LA is literally burning down and Kimberly Noel is literally posting telling us to buy SKIMS.”
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Lynch shared a screenshot of the countdown post and criticized the lack of news about the fires.
“There are no thoughts or prayers on her Instagram, but she posts a countdown to her winter sale,” Lynch noted. “Kim Kardashian, who has such a wide reach, who has such a base in Los Angeles, I think it’s crazy that they’re not saying, ‘Hey, let me use my platform to provide as many resources as possible.'”
The author continued: “No, instead she says ‘Buy SKIMS’.”
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Fans also called the billionaire “soulless”
Lynch highlighted the timing of the Instagram story, calling it insensitive and calling on Kardashian’s team to remove the post.
“She has a whole damn social media team that should step in immediately,” Lynch said, suggesting the team should prioritize sharing resources with those affected by the fires.
“It’s crazy to me, we’re living through the end of days, that’s what’s happening. Because of these billionaires, they are so untouched that they don’t care,” she added.
Kardashian’s fans also criticized her on social media, with many commenting that they were too busy with the LA fires to buy her SKIMS.
One person wrote on the SKIMS Instagram page: “Yes Kim, wanna grab a bucket and help with the fires? You’ll survive without advertising for a while.”
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Another said: “Wow I wish I could think about buying new skims but I was evacuated from the fires.”
A third person simply wrote: “You are soulless.”
Khloé Kardashian supports wildfire relief while Kim faces backlash over SKIMS ad
Meanwhile, the billionaire’s sister, Khloé, took a different approach. She shared an update on the ongoing wildfire crisis with her 304 million Instagram followers.
She revealed that a neighbor who is in direct contact with firefighters described the firefighters as “desperate, hungry and exhausted.”
According to the Daily MailKhloé offered practical ways to help, encouraging her audience to support local fire stations by dropping off supplies like high-protein meals, Gatorade and coffee.
She also shared details for those who would like to contribute financially, writing, “If you are interested in donating to my neighbor who is going to Costco tomorrow to pick up fried chicken and sides to deliver to multiple stations to deliver, you can contact Venmo: @sean -Whitley.
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Raging wildfires threaten Kim Kardashian’s $70 million Malibu estate
Meanwhile, the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles are reportedly threatening Kardashian’s $70 million oceanfront estate on Pacific Coast Highway.
Accordingly The US SunThe fires have scorched over 5,000 hectares, reduced more than 1,000 buildings to rubble and left the region in a state of chaos.
The inferno fueled by the Olivas and Palisades fires has devastated iconic neighborhoods like Sunset Boulevard.
As the fires continue to rage without containment, real-time evacuation maps are constantly updated, leaving residents in a state of fear and uncertainty.
Inside Kim Kardashian’s luxurious $70 million estate, which is currently at risk of burning down
Once owned by supermodel Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber, Kardashian’s Malibu estate is the epitome of luxury and seclusion.
The sprawling 5,000 square foot property features four spacious bedrooms and six bathrooms.
Known as a “unique property,” the property only became available after Crawford redesigned the space with modern touches.
The property features carefully landscaped grounds, panoramic sea views and private beach access. A driveway winds past a tennis court and leads visitors to the elegant two-story residence.
The master suite offers stunning floor-to-ceiling views of the beach, a cozy fireplace and spa-style bathrooms.
Additional bedrooms have private entrances, while the home features a three-car garage and ample guest parking.