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| Full name | Kylie Kristen Jenner |
| DOB | August 10, 1997 |
| Age | 25 |
| Residence | Hidden Hills, California |
| Citizenship | US |
| Marital Status | Single |
| No. of children | 2 |
| Source of Wealth | Cosmetics, Self-Made |
| Gender | Female |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.75 m) |
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Dress Size | 8 (US) |
| Waist Size | 27 inches |
| Hips Size | 36 inches |
| Eyes Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Body Shape | Voluptuous |
| Zodiac sign | Leo |
Who is Kylie Jenner?
Kylie Jenner, a well-known television personality, gained fame through her appearances on the show “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.” She then ventured into the cosmetics industry. It was done by starting her own company. It’s called Kylie Cosmetics. It is known for its innovative products. In 2017, she became one of the youngest celebrities to achieve such success. Forbes recognized her as one of the world’s 100 most influential people. she is widely followed and popular on various social media platforms, particularly among women and models. One of her notable accomplishments is the establishment of Kylie Cosmetics in 2015. She holds the title of being the most-followed person on social media, with a massive following on Instagram and other platforms.
Early Life
Kylie Kristen Jenner was born on August 10, 1997, in Los Angeles, California. She is the youngest daughter of Caitlyn Jenner. Caitlyn was formerly known as Bruce Jenner. She was an Olympic decathlete champion. Kylie’s mother is Kris Jenner, a television personality and businesswoman. Kylie has Dutch, English, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh ancestry from both sides of her family. She has one older sister, Kendall, and eight older half-siblings from her parents’ previous relationships. During her schooling years at Sierra Canyon School, Kylie was involved in cheerleading. She participated in school and community plays. In 2012, she transitioned to homeschooling. She completed her high school education through an at-home education program. In July 2015, she graduated with a high school diploma from Laurel Springs School in Ojai, California.
Net Worth
According to reputable sources like Celebrity Net Worth, Kylie Jenner’s net worth in 2023 is reported to be $750 million. This significant wealth has allowed her to make changes, such as upgrading from her previous $22 million mansion.
Personal Relationships
In 2012, Jenner and Jordyn Woods became friends. It happened after being introduced by their mutual friend Jaden Smith. Jaden is the son of actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith. Over the years, they developed a close bond. Woods even appeared in Jenner’s reality TV show, Life of Kylie in 2017. Their friendship was further showcased in Jenner’s pregnancy video in 2018. In September 2018, Kylie Cosmetics, Jenner’s makeup brand, launched a collaborative collection called Kylie x Jordyn, featuring products created in partnership with Woods. Their friendship came to an end in 2019. It was due to Woods’ involvement in a cheating scandal with Tristan Thompson, who was the fiancé of Jenner’s half-sister, Khloé Kardashian. As a result, Jenner discontinued the lip kit named after Woods and reduced its price to sell the remaining inventory. In August 2014, Tyga was spotted getting close to Jenner at her 17th birthday celebration. Shortly after, Tyga ended his relationship with Blac Chyna, who was his fiancée and the mother of his son. When Jenner turned 18 in 2015, she and Tyga officially confirmed their relationship. Jenner then appeared in two of Tyga’s music videos, namely “Stimulated” and “Dope’d Up.” However, in April 2017, Jenner and Tyga broke up. In April 2017, Jenner was seen with Travis Scott at the Coachella music festival. On February 1, 2018, Jenner gave birth to their daughter. Jenner also made an appearance in the music video for Scott’s song “Stop Trying to Be God” from his album Astroworld. They ended their relationship in September 2019 but decided to quarantine together during the COVID-19 pandemic for the well-being of their daughter, which ultimately led to them rekindling their romance. On September 7, 2021, Jenner confirmed that she and Scott were expecting their second child. Their son was born on February 2, 2022. However, in January 2023, it was reported that the couple had once again ended their relationship.
Career History
2007–2012: Keeping Up With the Kardashians
In 2007, Jenner and her parents, along with her siblings Kendall, Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, and Rob, began appearing on the reality television series. It was Keeping Up with the Kardashians. The show follows the personal and professional lives of the Kardashian-Jenner family members. It has been successful on the E! network. It has also spawned several spin-off series such as Kourtney and Kim Take Miami, Khloé & Lamar, Kourtney and Kim Take New York, and Kourtney and Khloé Take The Hamptons. There Jenner has made guest appearances. In August 2011, Jenner and her sister hosted the premiere of Glee: The 3D Concert Movie at the Regency Village Theater. It was done in Westwood, Los Angeles. They were featured as Style Stars of the Year in Seventeen magazine in 2011 and were chosen as “Style Ambassadors” for the magazine. In February 2012, they hosted the premiere of The Vow in Hollywood. Additionally, Jenner and her sister interviewed the cast of The Hunger Games at the premiere in Los Angeles in March 2012. Later that year, she appeared alongside her sister Kendall and mother, Kris Jenner, in an episode of the reality TV show America’s Next Top Model.
2013–2014: Early Ventures
In June 2014, the Jenner sisters co-hosted the Much Music Video Awards in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. There Kylie made her acting debut in a promotional video for the show. In August of the same year, they appeared in the music video for singer PartyNextDoor’s song “Recognize.” Additionally, Kylie appeared in Jaden Smith’s music video for his song “Blue Ocean.” The Jenner sisters ventured into writing and co-authored a dystopian science fiction novel called Rebels: City of Indra: The Story of Lex and Livia. The novel revolves around twin girls named Lex and Livia. They live in a self-sustaining biosphere created from the remnants of Earth, known as Indra. Upon its release, the novel faced criticism as it was revealed to be ghostwritten by Maya Sloan. Sloan clarified that while the Jenner sisters provided a two-page outline for the book. She was responsible for its writing. But, the creative director of the Jenner sisters, Elizabeth Killmond-Roman, explained that they had frequent Skype and FaceTime conversations with Sloan. It was to discuss the novel’s content. The novel received mostly negative reviews from critics and sold only 13,000 copies in its first four months on the market. A sequel titled Time of the Twins was also co-authored by the Jenner sisters.
2015–2018: Rise of Kylie Cosmetics
During the Billboard Music Awards in May 2015, the Jenner sisters received negative reactions from the audience. It was when they introduced their brother-in-law Kanye West’s performance. In the same month, an episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians aired, in which Jenner admitted to undergoing a lip augmentation. Her fuller lips gained attention and sparked speculation. Before the episode’s release, Jenner had claimed that she achieved the look with the use of lip liner. The trend of suctioning lips into a small glass to create temporary swelling was known as the “Kylie Jenner Challenge.” It emerged, but Jenner did not endorse or practice this method herself. She made it clear that she did not want to promote unrealistic beauty standards. In August 2015, Jenner announced the launch of her first lipstick line, called the Kylie Lip Kit. In November 2015, the Jenner sisters appeared in singer Justine Skye’s music video. It was for the song “I’m Yours.”
In February 2016, Jenner’s cosmetics company underwent a name change. It became Kylie Cosmetics. The production of their lip kits skyrocketed from an initial 15,000 to 500,000 units. In March 2016, Jenner released a promotional video directed by Colin Tilley featuring models Karin Jinsui, Mara Teigen, and Jasmine Sanders, showcasing her new line of lip glosses. The video featured the song “Three Strikes” by Terror Jr, a band that sparked speculation about Jenner being the lead singer, which she denied. In May 2016, she made her musical debut by rapping on producer Burberry Perry’s song “Beautiful Day” alongside Lil Yachty, Jordyn Woods, and Justine Skye. The following month, Jenner appeared in another music video for PartyNextDoor’s song “Come and See Me.” In April 2017, she surprised a high school student by attending the prom with him after hearing that his original date had turned him down. In June 2017, Forbes ranked Jenner at number 59 on their Celebrity 100 list, which recognizes the highest-paid celebrities in the past year. At just 19 years old, she was the youngest person on the list, having earned approximately $41 million. Jenner starred in her own reality show, Life of Kylie, which premiered in August 2017. On Mother’s Day 2018, Kylie Cosmetics launched a makeup line called Kris Cosmetics in collaboration with Jenner’s mother, Kris Jenner. Jenner and her half-sister Kim Kardashian also collaborated on the KKW x Kylie Cosmetics collection, releasing their second collaboration on Black Friday 2018, following their initial collection in 2017. Additionally, Jenner launched the Kylie Cosmetics mobile app in the same month.
2019–present: Debut of Kylie Skin
In April 2019, Jenner collaborated with her half-sister Kim Kardashian’s brand, KKW Beauty. It was to launch a new fragrance, marking her entry into the fragrance industry. The collaboration was released on April 26. Around the same time, Jenner also founded her own skincare brand. It’s called Kylie Skin, which officially launched on May 22. The brand focused on producing various skincare products. It included face washes, scrubs, moisturizers, and makeup removal wipes. On June 14, 2019, Kylie Cosmetics launched another collaboration. This time, it was with Jenner’s half-sister Khloé Kardashian, called Kylie Cosmetics x Koko Kollection. This collaboration marked their third joint venture, following the initial Koko Kollection lip product collection released in 2016 and its second part in 2017. In September, Jenner announced her role as the makeup artistic director. It was for Balmain’s Spring 2020 runway show at Paris Fashion Week. To commemorate the collaboration, Kylie Cosmetics and Balmain released a limited-edition makeup collection. It became available on September 27, the day of the show. This collaboration was significant. It was the first time Jenner partnered with someone outside her family’s inner circle for a makeup collection. In October 2019, Jenner filed for a trademark on the phrase “rise and shine.” It became viral when footage of her singing it to her daughter, Stormi, circulated online. The hashtag #RiseandShine became a popular trend on TikTok, amassing one billion views. It was the platform’s fastest-growing hashtag. The following month, Jenner sold a majority stake of 51 percent in Kylie Cosmetics to Coty. It’s a company that owns various beauty brands such as Covergirl, OPI, Rimmel, GHD, and Clairol. The deal was valued at $600 million. It marked a significant development in the growth of Jenner’s cosmetics brand.
In January 2020, Jenner revealed that she had trademarked the names Kylie Con, Kylie Kon, and Kylie Museum. Around the same time, her sister Kendall confirmed that a cosmetics line in collaboration with Kylie Cosmetics was in the works. The collaboration, known as Kylie Cosmetics x Kendall Jenner, was launched on June 26, 2020. Additionally, Jenner announced the release of a Valentine’s Day Collection by Kylie Cosmetics. It was named after her daughter, Stormi. The Stormi Collection was launched on February 1, coinciding with Stormi’s birthday. In May 2020, Jenner made a cameo appearance in the music video for Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber’s song. It was “Stuck with U.”
The following month, the Jenner sisters addressed reports on their fashion brand, Kendall + Kylie, and unpaid factory workers in Bangladesh due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They clarified that their brand is owned by a separate entity. They emphasized that they no longer have a relationship with Global Brands Group (GBG). In August 2020, Kylie Cosmetics launched the Summer Sailor collection. It marked the introduction of Jenner’s first-ever false lashes. That same month, she made a cameo appearance in Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s music video for the song “WAP.” A petition to remove Jenner’s cameo from the video garnered significant attention. It accumulated over 65,000 signatures.
Forbes named Jenner the highest-paid celebrity of 2020. In August 2021, she teased the launch of a swimwear line called Kylie Swim, which offers sizes for all women. The line was officially launched on her website on September 17. On September 21, Jenner announced the introduction of a skincare and hair product line for babies. It was called Kylie Baby.
In January 2022, Jenner achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first woman to surpass 300 million followers on Instagram, surpassing the previous record holder, Ariana Grande.
Endorsements
Jenner, along with her sister Kendall, collaborated with the Nicole by OPI nail polish brand and released two nail lacquers named Wear Something Spar-kylie and Rainbow in the S-kylie. Their endorsement with OPI in 2013 earned them $100,000 each. The Jenner sisters announced something in November 2013. She said they would be launching The Kendall & Kylie Collection. They did the partnership with PacSun. It debuted in February 2013. Since then, they have released many collections under this line. In July 2013, they also collaborated with Pascal Mouawad’s Glamhouse. It was to create the Metal Haven by Kendall & Kylie jewelry collection. In February 2014, Jenner and Kendall ventured into the shoe and handbag market. they did it by launching a line for Steve Madden’s Madden Girl brand. In October 2014, Jenner partnered with Bellami Hair. It was to introduce Kylie Hair Kouture, a line of hair extensions. Additionally, she became the second ambassador for the skincare brand Nip + Fab. It was in March 2015. The Jenner sisters further expanded their fashion endeavors. They did this by launching their clothing line Kendall + Kylie with British retailer Topshop in June 2015. This line included a range of clothing items and swimsuits. In September 2015, they also launched their personalized website and mobile app, named Kendall and Kylie. These ventures demonstrated the Jenner sisters’ foray into various fashion and beauty domains, collaborating with established brands to create their own product lines. It highlighted their entrepreneurship and efforts to establish themselves as fashion and beauty influencers in the industry.
In 2016, Jenner collaborated with a nail polish brand. It was the Sinful Colors and introduced a collection of 20 nail polish shades. During the same year, she was announced as the new face of PUMA, along with Rae Sremmurd, for their fall campaign. In 2017, Jenner became the featured personality. It was for a special edition collection of Beats Headphones. It was a collaboration between Apple and Balmain. Jenner further expanded her brand collaborations by partnering with a Melbourne-based sunglasses brand. It was Quay Australia. They released a line of sunglasses called Quay x Kylie in June 2017. Additionally, she endorsed Calvin Klein alongside her sisters in 2018. She signed a deal with Adidas to become their ambassador. Jenner also ventured into endorsing various products. It included hair vitamin SugarBearHair, waist trainers from Waist Gang Society, monthly beauty subscription service Boxycharm, detox tea Fit Tea, and fashion brand Fashion Nova. In 2018, she reportedly earned $1 million per sponsored Instagram post. It solidified her position as the highest-paid individual on Instagram. The following year, she continued to earn $1.2 million per sponsored Instagram post. It maintained her status as the highest-paid individual on the platform for the second consecutive year. These collaborations and endorsements showcased Jenner’s strong influence and lucrative partnerships across different industries. It strengthened her position as a prominent figure in the world of fashion, beauty, and social media marketing.
Controversies
Kendall + Kylie “Rock vs. Rap” Collection
On June 28, 2017, the Jenner sisters made an announcement about a new line of vintage T-shirts. It was called Rock vs. Rap under their Kendall + Kylie clothing brand. These shirts featured images of rock and rap artists. It included The Notorious B.I.G., Tupac Shakur, Metallica, Pink Floyd, The Doors, Ozzy Osbourne, and Led Zeppelin. It also had pictures of the Jenner sisters superimposed on them. However, this announcement received immediate backlash from the relatives and representatives of the artists depicted on the shirts, including Sharon Osbourne, Jim Jampol, and Voletta Wallace, who is the mother of Biggie Smalls. The Jenner sisters faced criticism on social media for being insensitive. Wallace, the manager of The Doors, and the estate of Jim Morrison issued a cease-and-desist letter. It stated that the Jenner sisters did not have permission to use the images of these music icons. In response, the Jenner sisters apologized for their actions. They removed the shirts from retail.
Forbes Cover
In August 2018, Jenner graced the cover of Forbes magazine. It claimed she had a net worth of $900 million. She was on the verge of becoming the youngest self-made billionaire. She was surpassing Mark Zuckerberg, who achieved billionaire status at the age of 23. However, the magazine’s use of the term “self-made” received criticism. It sparked online jokes. Critics argued that Jenner was born into a wealthy and famous family. It was questioning the notion of her being self-made. The discussion also delved into topics of wealth distribution, inequality, inheritance, and social mobility. In May 2020, Forbes released a statement accusing Jenner of falsifying tax documents. It was to portray herself as a billionaire. The publication also accused her of inflating revenue figures for her company, Kylie Cosmetics. Jenner responded through a series of tweets, expressing surprise and denying the accusations. Her attorney demanded a retraction from Forbes, deeming their accusations false. Forbes defended their investigation. They stated that they had spent months gathering evidence. They uncovered discrepancies between information provided privately to journalists and information shared publicly with shareholders. Despite the controversy, Jenner became the youngest person on Forbes’s list of 100 Richest Self-Made Women. It was in October 2020. She remains the only person on the list in her 20s and is reported to have a net worth of $700 million.
Cultural Appropriation
Jenner has faced accusations of appropriating African-American culture and style. In 2016, she received criticism. It was after posting a photo on Instagram of herself wearing cornrows. The hairstyle is traditionally associated with African-American culture. Jenner was accused of appropriating it without acknowledging its cultural significance. In June 2017, a streetwear brand called PluggedNYC accused Jenner of copying their designs. It was for her line of camouflage swimwear. The brand alleged that Jenner had stolen their designs. It was done without proper credit or permission. This accusation raised concerns about the appropriation of creative work. The lack of recognition for the original designers was also addressed.
Underpaying Factory Workers
The non-profit organization Remake identified Global Brands Group as the manufacturer of the Kendall + Kylie clothing line. According to Remake, there were allegations of money being withheld from factory workers who had completed their work. The organization also reported that workers in Los Angeles were being laid off, impacting a significant number of employees. Jenner faced criticism from fans on various platforms, with many urging her to ensure fair payment for the workers. In response to these allegations, the clothing line stated that Kendall + Kylie was not owned by Global Brands Group, distancing themselves from the reported issues. This situation highlighted the importance of transparency and fair treatment of workers in the fashion industry and raised concerns about labor practices and worker rights.
Lawsuits and Civil Disputes
Vlada Haggarty
In January 2017, make-up artist Vlada Haggarty accused Jenner of copying her creative style and aesthetic for her own products. Haggarty claimed that Jenner had taken elements like the dripping gloss lip and golden fingertips from her work without proper credit. It was alleged that Jenner had a history of taking Haggarty’s original dripping lip art and presenting it as her own. After the accusations surfaced, Jenner acknowledged Vlada on social media and credited her for her work in creating the logo. An undisclosed settlement was reached to avoid any potential legal issues in the future.
“Kylie” Trademark
In February 2017, Australian singer Kylie Minogue achieved victory in a legal dispute. It was against Jenner over the trademark for the name “Kylie.” Jenner had filed a trademark application in the United States in 2015, seeking to use the name “Kylie” for “advertising services” and “endorsement services.” Minogue successfully contested Jenner’s application, asserting her own rights to the name “Kylie.” The legal battle resulted in Minogue maintaining control over the trademark for her name.
Neon Lip Logo
Sara Pope is a well-known British painter. Her artwork has been displayed in art galleries worldwide. She initiated legal action against Jenner and NBC Universal for the use of a neon lip logo. Pope alleged that Jenner shared an image on her social media accounts. It resembled Pope’s renowned artwork titled “Temptation Neon.” Jenner reportedly used this image to promote her television series, Life of Kylie. TMZ reported that a third-party designer was responsible for creating the production art. It included the lip design, used in the series. The lawsuit brought attention to the alleged similarity. It was between Jenner’s promotional image and Pope’s artwork. It raised questions about potential copyright infringement.
Seed Beauty
Seed Beauty is a company involved in the manufacturing and distribution of beauty products. They filed a lawsuit against Coty and Kylie Cosmetics. The lawsuit claimed that Coty, a major stakeholder in Kylie Cosmetics, had acquired $600 million worth of Kylie Cosmetics stock from Jenner. It was done as a deceptive tactic to gain access to confidential trade secrets. The allegations raised concerns about the acquisition of the stock. It also talks about the potential misuse of trade secrets. The lawsuit suggested that Coty’s intention behind the stock buy was to get valuable information. It was to know about Kylie Cosmetics’ manufacturing processes and formulas. They also wanted to know other proprietary knowledge.
Philanthropic Activities
Jenner demonstrated her philanthropic efforts through various charitable activities. She set up an eBay account. There she auctions her old clothing. It is to raise funds for the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Together with her sisters Khloé and Kendall, she participated in a charity bowling game. It was at PINZ bowling alley to support The Robin Hood Foundation. Additionally, Jenner joined singer Chris Brown’s Kick’n It For Charity Celebrity Kickball games. In December 2015, she donated Christmas gifts to the Los Angeles LGBT Teen Center. In January 2017, she provided financial help of $10,000 to her friend Jordyn Woods. She did it to help cover memorial costs for Woods’s father. On her birthday that same year, Jenner announced a donation of $500,000. It was from the sales of her Birthday Collection to Teen Cancer America. It’s a charity focused on supporting teenagers with cancer. Jenner became an ambassador for Smile Train. It is an organization that funds surgeries for children with cleft lips and palates. She launched a special-edition lip kit called “Smile”. She donated $159,500 to Smile Train to support surgeries for 638 children in need. During an episode of Life of Kylie, she visited Peru with Smile Train to witness the impact of their work.
In September 2019, Jenner appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. She donated $750,000 to Nest of Love, a feminist organization in Florida that mentors young women, assists low-income kids. It also promotes female empowerment. In January 2020, she contributed a total of $1 million to five organizations in Australia to aid in the fight against bushfires. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jenner, along with her mother Kris and beauty company Coty, donated over 6,000 pounds of hand sanitizers to Southern California hospitals. She also donated $1 million to purchase essential protective gear for healthcare professionals working on the front lines. Through her charitable endeavors, Jenner has shown her commitment to making a positive impact on various causes and communities in need.
