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Kris Jenner commemorated the deceased Valentino Garavani, the highly esteemed fashion designer, with a moving tribute, which revealed her sorrow and referred to him as a visionary, an artist, and a dear friend of the family. As a part of her homage, Jenner shared a collection of her personal images from the occasions when the Kardashian-Jenner family had been with the renowned designer thereby evoking a great deal of nostalgic and at times negative comments from the fans who were following the post.
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The fashion world wrote the final chapter to a giant yet for Kris Jenner it was as if a part of her soul had gone. Through an extensive post, the mother of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, a.k.a. media queen, praised the man who was once king of fashion and died at age 91. Referring to him as a ‘true legend’, she also pointed out that others were equally generous with public praise, such as Yasemin who wrote about his ‘timeless elegance’ and ‘dedication to beauty’. However, the media Queen emphasized their private bond more than anything, especially during those times. ‘To us, he was also a dear friend,’ she stated. ‘He was warm, generous, kind, and deeply special to our family.’ Allowing the release of such photos was not merely a matter of showcasing the glamorous moments on the red carpet; they constituted an album for the times spent on family holidays, gatherings and what seemed to be another short trip to Paris, giving a rare glimpse into the engagement of the designer with the family folds.
Nevertheless, going through the pictures of the past created heated discussions among the followers. One user pointed out the historical value of a particular photo and wrote, ‘North, Ye, Andre, Virgil, and Mr. Valentino himself? This is Louvre tier.’ The image that clearly illustrated the strong blend of fashion and culture had the power to attract people’s attention across the board. Another user acknowledged the nostalgia that had been highlighted in the very act of posting and remarked, ‘The fact that you posted the first photo is unbelievable’ and pointed out the leading choice of Jenner that was profound in its intimacy.
The atmosphere was filled with overwhelming feelings, yet the feedback was not unanimous. The very personal tribute thus opened the door for some criticisms. One of the commenters questioned the platform used and said, ‘Ermmmm, isn’t this about Valentino and not you and your family? No need for all the photos of you lot.’ This sentiment lays bare the never-ending dilemmas faced by public figures, who are always torn between being truthful and open about their mourning while at the same time thinking of how the public will perceive it. The comment elicited a quick but somewhat defensive reply from another watcher, who simply stated, ‘Make your own dam post!’
Others simply fled from the primary theme of the tribute into Kardashian-adjacent territories. One comment made by a user humorously pointed at the family’s changed faces and splashed a funny remark, saying, ‘Kendall and Khloe 2000 faces ago.’ Another one even got cozier and went off-topic much more; this person used the comments section to plead about a different family issue altogether: ‘Lamar is in jail for a DUI and I was wondering if you or Khloe could get him out.’ The answers to that were prompt and dismissive, with one person asking, ‘Girl don’t u have ur OWN family to take care of?’
In the midst of the noise, many of the followers offered their condolences in a straightforward, honest manner. Such phrases as ‘Rest in the Peace’ and ‘May he rest in peace’ came up very often, and a more conventional way of digital mourning was presented. One internet user proposed a philosophical viewpoint, stating, ‘We all have to leave earth one day without our material possessions… Help and love those around you.’
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Kris Jenner’s tribute to Valentino was ultimately twofold. Firstly, it was a public recognition of a major figure in the fashion industry, but at the same time it was a private family album shared with the world. The mixed reaction it provoked—ranging from respect, nostalgia, critique to out-of-context celebrity fan requests—reflects the whole family’s relationship with the public eye. They have a memory to share, and the world analyzes every single pixel of it. While talking about a man who draped them in his mythical creations, Jenner made it clear to everyone that all the glamour of the gowns was nothing compared to the real bonds which are now left behind only in images and appreciation. In other news, Kim Kardashian recently shared a funny moment with her mother. Additionally, Anastasia Soares was recently honored with a birthday tribute.