Kim Kardashian is no stranger to public scrutiny, but this time, it’s her parenting that has fans and critics in a heated debate. The controversy kicked off after her 11-year-old daughter, North Kardashian, appeared on the cover of Interview magazine as part of their Fall 2024 edition. In an exclusive interview, North answered questions from her famous mom, sharing thoughts about her interests, future career plans, and her experience growing up in the limelight. But while the magazine celebrated North’s budding ambition and charm, the internet wasn’t having it.
The backlash has been swift, with many questioning whether Kim is pushing North into the spotlight too soon. Critics argue that at her age, North should be enjoying a more private, carefree childhood rather than taking part in professional photoshoots and interviews. Social media exploded with comments, some pleading with Kim to “let the kid be a kid” and expressing concerns about the effects of fame at such a young age. One Twitter user chimed in, “Whatever happened to slumber parties and playing video games? It feels like kids aren’t allowed to be normal anymore.”
The debate has quickly escalated into a full-on mommy-shaming fest, with people picking apart everything from North’s exposure to the media to her responses in the interview. Some have pointed out that Kim, more than anyone, should know how harsh public scrutiny can be and how the media can affect a young child’s mental health. After all, Kim’s rise to fame came with its fair share of criticism, and now, as the next generation of Kardashians takes center stage, many are worried about the pressures these young stars are already facing.
Interestingly, some supporters of Kim have argued that North may be just as ambitious as her mom and dad, Kanye West. They speculate that North could be the one excited about these opportunities, not Kim pushing her into them. A few have even said North’s strong personality mirrors her father’s, with one commenter writing, “North is like Kanye. She probably begged to be on that cover. Kim’s just supporting her creativity.” But this defense hasn’t done much to quell the storm. Many online users feel Kim should step in and draw boundaries, protecting North from overexposure and harsh criticism.
The interview itself revealed just how career-focused North seems to be, with the 11-year-old already talking about launching her own clothing line called “Northwest.” When asked what she wanted to be when she grows up, she nonchalantly replied, “I don’t know because I already do a lot of stuff that I want to be when I grow up. I just want to pursue my careers now.” While some praised her for her confidence and drive, others found it unsettling that a child so young is thinking about multiple careers, brand-building, and the pressures that come with fame.
The conversation around North’s feature has added to the already mounting concern over the Kardashian-Jenner family’s influence on the next generation. As one person pointed out, “It’s not just about being a celebrity kid anymore. These children are born into empires and expected to continue building on them before they’re even in high school.”
But Kim isn’t the only Kardashian facing drama. Kourtney Kardashian’s stepson, Landon Barker, also made headlines this week, adding fuel to the fire. Landon, the son of Travis Barker, was recently spotted at a party that social media users claim had an inappropriate theme—seemingly referencing Diddy’s legal troubles. The party, held in celebration of Landon’s 21st birthday, allegedly featured waitresses carrying baby oil bottles, a disturbing nod to the thousand bottles of baby oil reportedly seized from Diddy’s homes during raids related to sexual assault accusations.
Videos from the party went viral, and fans were quick to connect the event to Diddy’s scandal, leading to public outrage. Many accused Landon and his friends of making light of the serious allegations against Diddy, causing a massive wave of backlash. Given the Kardashian family’s close ties to Diddy—highlighted by resurfaced clips of Khloe and Kourtney talking about attending his infamous parties—people were quick to accuse the family of being tone-deaf to the severity of the situation.
Landon responded to the allegations, claiming that the party theme was purely coincidental. In a TikTok video, he explained that the baby oil bottles were brought out without his knowledge and that he didn’t condone the reference at all. He further clarified that it wasn’t even his birthday party. “I went to a club to celebrate my 21st birthday with friends, and this happened. I didn’t plan anything like this,” Landon said, attempting to distance himself from the controversy.
Still, the damage had been done, with many feeling that his association with the party—whether intentional or not—was yet another example of how the Kardashian-Jenner family is linked to the ongoing Diddy scandal. The fact that Landon’s group of friends wore all-white outfits that night only fueled speculation that they were emulating Diddy’s famous “all-white” parties.
Fans of the Kardashians and their critics alike have been closely monitoring the family’s connection to Diddy ever since his recent arrest and the allegations against him. Clips from old episodes of Keeping Up with the Kardashians and Khloe’s talk show have resurfaced, showing the Kardashians reminiscing about attending Diddy’s parties, further fanning the flames of public outrage.
With Kim’s parenting under the microscope and Landon’s party drama unfolding, the Kardashian-Jenner family is once again at the center of a media firestorm. As the next generation of Kardashian kids grows up, the question on everyone’s mind is whether fame is helping or harming them. Are they just following in their parents’ footsteps, or is it time for the Kardashians to shield their kids from the relentless public eye?
Let us know your thoughts—should Kim be letting North step into the limelight, or is she opening her up to unnecessary scrutiny? And what about the Diddy controversy—is Landon really just guilty by association, or should he have been more mindful of his surroundings?
