Kim Kardashian Credits Caitlyn Jenner's Transition for Extending Keeping Up with the Kardashians

Kim Kardashian credited Caitlyn Jenner's 2015 gender transition as a pivotal moment that extended the original reality series "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" by two additional seasons, highlighting how Jenner's transition became a defining chapter in the family's story. Kardashian reflected on the show's unexpected longevity, noting that the family had no idea the pilot would lead to a 20-year run, including the transition to their Hulu series "The Kardashians" in 2022. She described the family's journey with humor and pride, emphasizing the show's natural unfolding through real-life events, especially Jenner's transition, which captivated audiences and kept the series compelling. Caitlyn Jenner has spoken about the importance of living authentically and the emotional impact of her transition, which was publicly announced on the cover of Vanity Fair and in a Diane Sawyer interview. Additionally, Kardashian discussed her expanding career into acting and law, revealing her dedication to becoming a qualified lawyer and expressing intentions to possibly shift focus to practicing law full-time in the future. Throughout, the Kardashian-Jenner family has shown support for Jenner's journey, underscoring the personal and public significance of her transition within their collective narrative.