Kris Jenner is an American media personality and businesswoman who gained fame through the reality show "Keeping Up with the Kardashians," showcasing her family's life. The show's success spawned numerous spin-offs featuring various family members. Jenner served as executive producer for most of these shows. In 2013, she briefly hosted a pop culture talk show, "Kris." After ending their association with E! in 2021, the family launched a new series, "The Kardashians," on Hulu in 2022.
November 5, 1955: Birth of Kris Jenner
Kris Jenner (born Kristen Mary Houghton) was born on November 5, 1955 in San Diego, California.
1973: Kris Jenner Graduates High School
Kris Jenner graduated from Clairemont High School in 1973.
1975: Death of Kris Jenner's Father
Kris Jenner's biological father passed away in a car crash in 1975.
1976: Kris Jenner Works as a Flight Attendant
Kris Jenner worked for American Airlines as a flight attendant for a year in 1976.
July 8, 1978: Marriage to Robert Kardashian
On July 8, 1978, Kris Jenner married lawyer Robert Kardashian, who would later become known for his legal representation of O.J. Simpson.
1979: Birth of Kourtney Kardashian
Kourtney Kardashian, Kris Jenner's eldest daughter, was born in 1979.
1980: Birth of Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner's second daughter, was born in 1980.
1984: Birth of Khloé Kardashian
Khloé Kardashian, Kris Jenner's third daughter, was born in 1984.
1987: Birth of Rob Kardashian
Rob Kardashian, Kris Jenner's only son, was born in 1987.
March 1991: Divorce from Robert Kardashian
Kris Jenner and Robert Kardashian divorced in March 1991, though they remained close friends until his death in 2003.
April 1991: Marriage to Bruce Jenner
In April 1991, just one month after her divorce from Robert Kardashian, Kris married retired Olympian Bruce Jenner.
1994: Beginning of the O.J. Simpson Trial
The O.J. Simpson trial, which deeply impacted Kris Jenner and her family, began in 1994.
1995: End of the O.J. Simpson Trial
The O.J. Simpson trial, often referred to as "The Trial of the Century," concluded in 1995.
1995: Birth of Kendall Jenner
Kendall Jenner, Kris and Bruce's first daughter together, was born in 1995.
1997: Birth of Kylie Jenner
Kylie Jenner, Kris and Bruce's second daughter together, was born in 1997.
2003: Death of Robert Kardashian
Robert Kardashian, Kris Jenner's first husband, passed away from esophageal cancer in 2003.
2004: Opening of "Smooch" Boutique
In 2004, Kris Jenner and Kourtney Kardashian opened a children's clothing boutique called "Smooch".
October 14, 2007: Keeping Up with the Kardashians Premiere
On October 14, 2007, "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" debuted on E!, a show which went on to become a cultural phenomenon and launch the Kardashian-Jenner family into superstardom.
2007: Keeping Up with the Kardashians Premiere
In 2007, Keeping Up with the Kardashians, the reality television show starring Kris Jenner and her family, premiered, marking the beginning of their rise to fame.
2007: Kris Jenner Pitches Reality Show
In 2007, Kris Jenner pitched the idea for a family-based reality show to Ryan Seacrest, which would eventually become "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."
2009: Premiere of Kourtney and Kim Take Miami
In 2009, "Kourtney and Kim Take Miami" premiered. Kris Jenner made guest appearances on this spin-off show.
2009: Premiere of Kourtney and Kim Take Miami
In 2009, Kourtney and Kim Take Miami, a spin-off of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, premiered. Kris Jenner made guest appearances on the show.
2009: Closure of "Smooch" Boutique
The children's boutique "Smooch", owned by Kris Jenner and Kourtney Kardashian, closed its doors in 2009 after nearly six years in business.
January 2011: Premiere of Kourtney and Kim Take New York
In January of 2011, "Kourtney and Kim Take New York" premiered with Kris Jenner as a recurring cast member.
November 2011: Release of Kris Jenner's Autobiography
Kris Jenner's autobiography, titled "Kris Jenner...and All Things Kardashian", was released in November 2011.
2011: Launch of "Kris Jenner Kollection"
Kris Jenner launched a clothing line, "Kris Jenner Kollection", in collaboration with QVC in 2011.
2011: Premieres of Kourtney and Kim Take New York and Khloe & Lamar
Two more spin-offs of Keeping Up with the Kardashians premiered in 2011: Kourtney and Kim Take New York (with Kris Jenner as a recurring cast member) and Khloe & Lamar, on which Kris made appearances.
2012: Founding of the California Community Church
Kris Jenner and Pastor Brad Johnson co-founded the California Community Church (originally called the Life Change Community Church) in Agoura Hills, California in 2012.
July 15, 2013: Kris Jenner Hosts Talk Show "Kris"
Kris Jenner's pop culture-themed talk show "Kris" began its six-week trial run on July 15, 2013.
October 2013: Separation from Bruce Jenner announced
In October 2013, Kris and Bruce Jenner publicly announced their separation.
2013: Kris Jenner Hosts Talk Show "Kris"
Kris Jenner hosted a pop culture-focused daytime talk show called "Kris" for a six-week trial period in 2013.
March 26, 2014: Premiere of Kourtney & Khloé Take the Hamptons
On March 26, 2014, "Kourtney & Khloé Take the Hamptons", another spin-off of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians", premiered, featuring Kris Jenner as part of the cast.
September 22, 2014: Kris Jenner files for divorce
On September 22, 2014, Kris filed for divorce from Caitlyn, citing irreconcilable differences.
October 2014: Release of Kris Jenner's Cookbook
In October 2014, Kris Jenner's cookbook, "In the Kitchen with Kris: A Kollection of Kardashian-Jenner Family Favorites", was released.
2014: Kris and Kylie Jenner Found Kylie Lip Kits
Kris Jenner and her daughter Kylie founded the company Kylie Lip Kits, later renamed Kylie Cosmetics, in 2014.
2014: Relationship with Corey Gamble begins
Kris Jenner began her relationship with Corey Gamble around 2014.
March 23, 2015: Divorce from Caitlyn Jenner finalized
Due to a six-month state legal requirement, Kris and Caitlyn's divorce was finalized on March 23, 2015.
November 30, 2015: Debut of Kylie Lip Kits
The first Kylie Lip Kits, a product of the company founded by Kris and Kylie Jenner, were released on November 30, 2015, marking the start of the Kylie Cosmetics empire.
2015: Bruce Jenner comes out as transgender
In 2015, Bruce Jenner publicly came out as a transgender woman and took the name Caitlyn.
2015: Kris Jenner Appears on "I Am Cait"
Kris Jenner appeared on six episodes of the reality series "I Am Cait" in 2015, a show that documented Caitlyn Jenner's gender transition.
February 2016: Premiere of "The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story"
The FX limited series "The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story," in which Kris Jenner was portrayed by Selma Blair, premiered in February 2016.
February 2016: Kylie Lip Kits Renamed to Kylie Cosmetics
Kylie Lip Kits, founded by Kris and Kylie Jenner, was renamed to Kylie Cosmetics in February 2016 as the company expanded its product line and production.
2016: Premiere of Rob & Chyna
Rob & Chyna, a spin-off show focusing on the relationship of Kris Jenner's son Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna, premiered in 2016.
2017: Premiere of Life of Kylie
In 2017, "Life of Kylie", with Kylie Jenner as the central cast member, premiered on E!.
2017: Premiere of Life of Kylie
In 2017, Life of Kylie, a spin-off focusing on Kris Jenner's youngest daughter Kylie, premiered.
May 9, 2018: Release of the "Kris Kollection"
The "Kris Kollection", a collaboration between Kris Jenner and Kylie Jenner for Kylie Cosmetics, was released on May 9, 2018.
April 2020: Launch of KKW x Kris Perfume
Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian collaborated to release a new perfume, KKW x Kris, in April 2020.
March 18, 2021: Final Season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians Premieres
The twentieth and final season of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" premiered on March 18, 2021, marking the end of an era.
2021: End of Keeping Up with the Kardashians
In 2021, Keeping Up with the Kardashians ended after a successful 20-season run.
April 2022: Premiere of "The Kardashians" on Hulu
The first season of "The Kardashians", the family's new reality show on Hulu, premiered on April 14, 2022.
September 2022: Second Season of "The Kardashians" Premieres
The second season of "The Kardashians" on Hulu premiered on September 22, 2022.
2022: The Kardashians Premieres on Hulu
After leaving E!, Kris Jenner and her family launched a new reality show, The Kardashians, on Hulu in 2022.
May 2023: Third Season of "The Kardashians" Premieres
The third season of "The Kardashians" aired on Hulu on May 25, 2023.
2023: Twelve grandchildren and Relationship with Corey Gamble
As of 2023, Kris Jenner has twelve grandchildren and has been in a relationship with Corey Gamble since around 2014.
2023: Kris Jenner Appears in Meghan Trainor's Music Video
In 2023, Kris Jenner appeared in the music video for Meghan Trainor's song "Mother", solidifying her status as a pop culture icon.