Reality television superstar and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian has publicly announced that she did not pass the California Bar Examination. The SKIMS founder shared this personal setback with her millions of followers through Instagram, while simultaneously reinforcing her commitment to achieving her goal of becoming a licensed attorney.
The Instagram Revelation
Kim Kardashian broke the news about her bar exam results in a candid social media post. "Well… I’m not a lawyer yet, I just play a very well-dressed one on TV," she wrote on her Instagram stories, making a witty reference to her current role as a divorce lawyer in Ryan Murphy's television series, 'All’s Fair'. Despite the disappointing outcome, her message was filled with resilience and determination.
The 45-year-old mother of four emphasized that this setback will not deter her from her legal ambitions. "I’m still all in until I pass the bar. No shortcuts, no giving up – just more studying and even more determination," Kardashian declared. She revealed that she came remarkably close to passing the challenging examination, which she took in July 2025, stating that this near-success only fuels her motivation further.
Understanding the California Bar Exam
The California Bar Exam is widely recognized as one of the most difficult bar examinations in the United States. This rigorous two-day assessment is administered by the State Bar of California and is designed to evaluate a candidate's competence and readiness to practice law within the state. According to data from USA Today, the pass rate for the previous California Bar Exam held in July and February 2024 was 53.8 percent.
Kardashian took a moment to express her gratitude toward her supporters, writing, "Thank you to everyone who has supported and encouraged me along the way so far." The next opportunity for her and other aspiring lawyers to take the exam will be in February 2026.
Kim's Legal Education Journey
Kim Kardashian's path to a legal career has been unconventional but determined. She celebrated a significant milestone earlier this year, announcing on May 21 that she had finally graduated from law school after six years of dedicated study. Her journey into law is partly inspired by her late father, Robert Kardashian Sr., who was a renowned attorney famously known for representing O.J. Simpson during his high-profile murder trial.
This is not the first academic hurdle Kardashian has faced and overcome. She previously passed the challenging "baby bar" exam, a preliminary test required for law students not attending a traditional American Bar Association-accredited law school, on her fourth attempt in 2021. Her persistent approach to legal education demonstrates her serious commitment to the profession, despite her global fame and successful business ventures.
