Reality television star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian has revealed she faced a credible contract killing threat from someone previously embedded in her personal life. The alarming disclosure emerged during a period of intense preparation for her California bar examination.
Kardashian received information from prison sources indicating that “someone extremely close to me – they used to be in my life – had put a hit out on your life.” This serious security concern prompted immediate and comprehensive changes to her personal security protocols and daily routines.
The businesswoman coordinated with legal advisors and security investigators following the threatening information. She implemented substantial changes to reduce her vulnerability and eliminate predictable patterns that could be exploited.
“I switch out all my cars. I don’t drive in certain places and I don’t go out,” Kardashian explained regarding her enhanced security measures. These precautions significantly altered her daily mobility and personal freedom during the threat assessment period.
Extortion Scheme Underlying the Threat
Further investigation revealed the contract killing threat formed part of an elaborate extortion scheme. The individual behind the threat allegedly sought financial gain through manufactured danger rather than intending actual physical harm.
“The person just wanted some money and was gonna act like it was happening, but they were gonna stop it,” Kardashian concluded after understanding the scheme’s true nature. Despite this revelation, the initial threat created genuine psychological distress and security concerns.
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— Page Six (@PageSix) November 14, 2025The threatening situation developed during Kardashian’s intensive preparation for the California bar examination. The security crisis added substantial pressure to an already demanding academic challenge.
Kardashian recalled receiving the threatening information during a monitored study session. “I stepped out to get the call… one tear came down my face,” she described, yet she returned to complete her studies despite the emotional disruption.
Kardashian subsequently confirmed she did not pass the July administration of the California bar examination. She publicly acknowledged this result while reaffirming her commitment to continuing her legal qualification journey.
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“Well… I’m not a lawyer yet – I just play a very well-dressed one on TV,” she stated with characteristic humour. Despite this setback, she noted that her score approached the passing threshold, encouraging further attempts.
