Kim Kardashian has officially regained her single status after a Los Angeles judge formally dissolved her marriage to Kanye West, bringing closure to one of entertainment's most high-profile relationships.
The reality television icon and business mogul, known for her SKIMS shapewear empire and legal studies pursuit, can now legally return to using her maiden name after the court granted her petition to be declared single while financial and child custody arrangements continue to be negotiated separately.
The Road to Separation
This legal milestone comes nearly seven years after the power couple exchanged vows in a lavish Italian ceremony in 2014, and more than a year after Kardashian initially filed for divorce in February 2021. The pair share four children: North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm.
While the divorce itself has been finalised, significant matters remain unresolved between the former partners. The court has specifically bifurcated the issue of marital status from other complex considerations, meaning property division, spousal support and detailed parenting arrangements will be determined in future proceedings.
What Comes Next?
Legal experts suggest the separation of marital status from financial matters could streamline the process, allowing both parties to move forward personally while attorneys work through the substantial asset division required for such a high-net-worth couple.
The former couple's combined business empires span fashion, cosmetics, entertainment and property, creating a complex web of financial interests that will require careful unravelling. Kardashian's SKIMS brand recently achieved a $3.2 billion valuation, while West's Yeezy partnership with Adidas continues to generate hundreds of millions in annual revenue.
Despite the legal separation, sources close to both celebrities indicate they remain committed to co-parenting their children amicably, with Kardashian primarily based in Los Angeles while West divides his time between Wyoming and California.
