Kim Kardashian And Kanye West Complete Relationship Timeline: Revisiting The Exes’ Decades-Long Romance

As I delve into the captivating saga of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, I find myself awestruck by their rollercoaster of love, fame, and family. Being a mere spectator to their lives, it’s hard not to be moved by their journey. From the extravagant stadium proposal in 2013 to the birth of their four adorable children, the ups and downs they faced together are nothing short of extraordinary.


The romantic journey of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West has been more like a thrilling amusement park ride than a smooth sail. It’s challenging to pinpoint what aspects to discuss about these two colossal celebrities who have significantly shaped the landscape of pop culture. Their partnership, spanning over a decade, was marked by a sequence of events that kept the global tabloids buzzing.

They established a distinct identity through their individual traits and endeavors, effectively becoming self-branded entities. Kanye West, in particular, is recognized as one of America’s pioneering and impactful rappers. The merging of two powerful personalities inevitably resulted in a passionate love story filled with drama, poignant emotional releases, and unending amusement – providing the media with captivating content that consistently grabs headlines.

In the early 2000s, the power duo crossed paths through a mutual acquaintance and later began dating, got married, and had four children together. Previously, Kim Kardashian, known for her SKIMS brand, was briefly married to Kris Humphries for only 72 days.

During her ongoing legal efforts to dissolve her marriage within the contentious Kardashian family and amidst maintaining only one public persona, sources have shared that West and Kim were long-time friends who eventually chose to explore a romantic relationship together.

As a devoted admirer, I’d like to share that despite parting ways and living separately since then, Kimye officially ended their marriage in November 2022. Over the years, these exes and parenting partners have experienced significant milestones together throughout their long-standing relationship.

Get ready for an engaging exploration of the intricate journey shared by Kim Kardashian and Kanye West throughout their years together, a story that encompasses warmth, drama, feelings, disagreements, allegations, and much more.

 

1. 2002-2003: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West first cross paths 

“Kim Kardashian mentioned that she believes their encounter happened around 2002 or 2003 when she spoke to Ryan Seacrest during the special event commemorating Keeping Up with the Kardashians’ 10th anniversary. At that time, West was working on a song with Brandy, and Kim was friends with her.”

She mentioned that she spent time with him, and at one point West asked Brandy, “Who is this Kim Kardashian?” He wasn’t aware of her name. However, around 2008, the two of them reconnected after not speaking for about four to five years.

 

2. October 2011: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are spotted together in Paris

During a special anniversary episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kim shared an interesting tidbit about her past. She mentioned that even amidst her challenging period, following her separation from ex-husband Kris Humphries for 72 days, Kanye West’s fashion show in Paris was where she found herself drawn to him.

Before my marriage to Kris Humphries, Kanye and I had conversations. However, things took a different turn for me. I believe I needed to experience that phase to understand what I truly desired, as stated on the show.

She confessed that Kanye invited her, and she’s happy she accepted. She also revealed that she was charmed by him and felt remorseful for not having met him earlier. “Oh my goodness, why didn’t I do this before?’ This is what life is all about — love, enjoyment, and genuine support,” she concluded.

   

3. April 17, 2012: Kanye West sings about Kim Kardashian

Showing his usual charisma, West included his significant other in one of his tracks as they had deepened their relationship into a passionate romance.

In this song, Cold references the Kardashians when he sings, “I recently found myself captivated by Kim / At about the same time she developed feelings for him / Go ahead and shine, young lady, show your talents / Luckily for me, Jay-Z didn’t cut him from the team back then.” (West is here mentioning his friend Jay-Z, who was the owner of the New Jersey Nets, the basketball team that Humphries played for at the time.)

Back in that year, they made their debut on Keeping Up With The Kardashians for the very first time in August. Additionally, it was in May of 2012 when the pair attended the MET Gala together for the first time as a couple.

In a nod to the annual theme, “From Chaos to Couture: Punk,” SKIMS founder donned her now-iconic Givenchy dress. As paparazzi scrambled to capture their images, it was evident they were an official couple. Over time, fans affectionately dubbed them Kimye.

 

4. June 15, 2013: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West welcome their first child together

As a longtime fan of celebrity culture and someone who has followed Kim Kardashian and Kanye West since the early days of their relationship, I must say that the announcement of their pregnancy felt like a significant moment in pop culture history for me. Being present at one of Kanye’s concerts is always an experience, but hearing him announce the arrival of his first child with Kim during that Atlantic City show was truly unforgettable.

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share some exciting news: Yes, it’s true! I’ve got a bundle of joy on the way, and it’s none other than baby number two for me and Kanye. We’re overjoyed, feeling incredibly fortunate, and we can’t help but feel grateful. It would be wonderful if both our families, as well as his mom and my dad, could join us in celebrating this special moment in our lives. Here’s to a fantastic start for 2013 and the beginning of our family journey!

By the year 2024, North will turn 11, exhibiting similar traits to her father, Kanye West, such as being daring, fashionable, and trendy.

5. October 21, 2013: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West get married

Indeed, this was quite an important event as West chose to pop the question to Kardashian in a grand manner, understanding that she prefers things elaborate and luxurious. West proposed to Kardashian on her 33rd birthday in a fitting style for an artist and producer: at a stadium. He rented out San Francisco’s AT&T Park and asked the important question while soft music played in the background.

Kimye got married at Forte di Belvedere in Florence, Italy (the city where they conceived North) in May 2014. Approximately 200 guests were present, according to PEOPLE’s report, who were reportedly flown privately for the event by the couple themselves.

After the wedding, she officially changed her name to Kim Kardashian West. 

6. December 5, 2015: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West welcome their second child

As a devoted follower, I can share that in December 2015, Kim Kardashian West and her partner welcomed their son, Saint West. The journey to their second pregnancy had its ups and downs, much like a rollercoaster ride, but the couple was incredibly grateful for this new addition to their family. Despite not being overly fond of pregnancy due to its challenges in my own experience, I found myself feeling thankful for another chance at motherhood.

7. 2016: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West go through a rough patch

2016 turned out to be a challenging period for both West and Kardashian. West’s intense Twitter outbursts, provocative remarks, and renewed conflict with Taylor Swift escalated significantly, while Kardashian found herself navigating through the consequences of certain events.

In the context given, Kanye West put out a song named “Famous” from his album “The Life of Pablo” on March 28, 2016. The lyrics of this song sparked controversy by suggesting a past or potential relationship with pop star Taylor Swift, as he sang “I made that woman famous / Why? I made that bitch famous.”

An intense battle erupted online following the event, with Kim Kanye’s wife standing by her husband as they both dealt with the fallout, all while enduring a devastating theft incident in Paris.

 

8. The birth of their two kids and divorce 

In 2018, Kardashian and West became parents to their daughter Chicago through surrogacy. Later, in May 2019, they were blessed with their fourth and youngest child, Psalm. There were other notable occurrences during this time, but in 2020, Kardashian spoke publicly about West’s bipolar disorder on Instagram, following a string of confusing tweets from the artist, which brought attention to the topic.

In the midst of our rollercoaster journey, come January 2021, there were whispers about potential separation swirling around us. As reported by TMZ, we found ourselves in marriage therapy, with the possibility of divorce under deliberation.

At last, it was confirmed that Kardashian and West parted ways, disappointing countless Kimye admirers, as she filed for divorce in February 2021. Exactly one year later, on November 29, 2022, the court officially approved their divorce settlement.

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2024-08-16 17:09