Kim Kardashian has finally addressed the controversy surrounding the removal of photos of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry from her social media, a saga she’s now calling ‘Photogate’. The issue arose after her mother Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday celebration last year, and Kim has now shared the full story during an appearance on Khloe Kardashian’s podcast, Khloe in Wonder Land.
What Kim Kardashian Revealed About ‘Photogate’
Kim explained that the situation was entirely innocent. “Mom and Meghan have been friends for some years now, and they have a really sweet relationship,” Kim said, emphasizing that ‘Photogate’ wasn’t meant to create any drama. The photos in question were initially approved for posting on social media, but they were later removed to respect Remembrance Day.
"We were told that it was totally cool to post,” Kim said. “And then after it was posted, I think they realized it was Remembrance Day, and they didn’t want to be seen at a party, even though it’s already up, you know, and then taken down. And then I think they realized, like, 'Oh, this was so silly.'"
Why the Photos Were Deleted
Kim added that Meghan and Harry had attended the Baby2Baby charity gala the same night, which was acceptable publicly. However, being photographed dancing at a birthday party created the controversy that became known as ‘Photogate’. “So we took them down to respect Remembrance Day,” Kim explained.
Remembrance Day is held annually in November to honor members of the armed forces who died in service. Kim stressed that the photos’ removal was about respect, not scandal, stating, "You got to laugh at, like, the situation sometimes and just, like, lighten it up."
Kim’s Subtle Swipe at Meghan and Harry
While Kim clarified that the incident was innocent, she also hinted at how the reaction was overblown. “If we just made it light and made it funny, you know, I think it would have been, like, received differently, but I hated how that was received for everyone,” Kim said. This subtle comment has been interpreted by fans as a gentle nudge at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, who are often in the media spotlight.
Kim Kardashian’s Take on Handling Social Media
Kim also shared her humorous approach to social media mishaps. She suggested that instead of creating tension, they could have launched a playful Skims campaign with the photos and deleted them shortly after, making light of ‘Photogate’. “It was just made into something that was so crazy and ridiculous that just didn’t have to be,” Kim said.
Key Takeaways from ‘Photogate’
- Kim Kardashian confirms the photos of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were removed out of respect for Remembrance Day.
- The controversy has now been dubbed ‘Photogate’ by Kim herself.
- The situation was innocent, but misinterpretation led to a media frenzy.
- Kim hinted at subtle frustrations with how the royal couple’s presence was handled in the media.
- She emphasized taking a lighthearted approach to social media mishaps, suggesting humor could have defused ‘Photogate’.
- The incident highlights the challenges celebrities face with public perception and social media scrutiny.
Ultimately, Kim Kardashian’s revelation about ‘Photogate’ shows that what seemed like a major controversy was actually a simple social media oversight. Her explanation sheds light on the importance of context, respect, and humor when navigating high-profile moments involving Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and other celebrities.
