Kim Kardashian sparked a social media frenzy by introducing her new “personal assistant,” Or Best Friends Forever (BFF), a Tesla Optimus robot, in a series of humorous Instagram Stories.
Kim Kardashian’s new alliance highlights her growing fascination with Elon Musk’s innovative products. Previously, Kardashian showcased her new Tesla Cybertruck despite facing operational issues like many other buyers. Undeterred, she continued her foray into high tech by acquiring the Tesla Optimus robot, which she showcased as her latest personal assistant.
meet my new friend 🦾🤖 @Tesla pic.twitter.com/C34OvPA2dY
— Kim Kardashian (@KimKardashian) November 18, 2024In her introduction, Kardashian interacted playfully with Optimus. She waved at the robot, which responded in kind. The highlight was when she formed half of a heart with her hands, and Optimus completed it, to her delight. The robot also mimicked jogging and performed a series of hand waves, prompting Kardashian to exclaim, “Oh, you’re Hawaiian!” This interaction quickly became a hit online, inspiring memes and widespread amusement.
Trying to be useful lately! pic.twitter.com/TlPF9YB61W
— Tesla Optimus (@Tesla_Optimus) May 5, 2024The details of how Kardashian acquired Optimus—whether as a purchase within the $20,000-$30,000 range or as a gift from Musk—are unclear. Regardless, the publicity has benefitted both Kardashian and Tesla, showcasing the robot’s lighter, entertainment-oriented capabilities.
Musk has promoted Optimus as a versatile tool capable of performing various tasks, from babysitting to teaching. While Kardashian uses it primarily for entertainment now, there’s potential for more practical applications in the future. For now, Optimus serves as a unique and amusing highlight in Kardashian’s repertoire of high-tech gadgets.
