Kim Kardashian Pays Tribute to Grandmother Mary Jo Shannon

The SKIMS founder recalled her early days working at MJ’s boutique in San Diego, an experience she cited as the genesis of her own career. In a heartfelt message, Kardashian wrote that her grandmother provided the essential lessons in strength and confidence that have remained with her throughout her rise to global prominence. Beyond the professional influence, she described MJ as a constant source of support and a safe harbor for the entire family.

Kardashian’s reflection touched on the deeply personal nature of this loss, asking her grandmother to reunite with late family members, including her father, Robert Kardashian Sr., and MJ’s late husband, Harry Shannon. The tribute also offered a lighter moment, as Kim joked about her grandmother’s penchant for maintaining a secret social media account to keep tabs on the family’s online activity. The loss was also marked by Kris Jenner, who honored her mother as the heart of their family, noting that her own life’s work was dedicated to making her mother proud. The announcement drew an outpouring of condolences from friends and industry peers, underscoring the significant reach of the family matriarch’s legacy.