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Kim Should Acknowledge Her Sister as the New Kardashians Star

Sarah Parker February 13, 2025

Season 6 of The Kardashians is poised to redefine the dynamics of the family, as suggested by the revealing preview trailer. A pivotal moment highlighted in the series is when the eldest sibling, Kourtney Kardashian, boldly declared her intention to step back from filming. Since implementing her personal filming boundaries during Seasons 17 and 18 of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, Kourtney has consistently maintained control over her participation in the family’s reality show, prioritizing her well-being and personal life.

Recently, Kourtney has shown a preference for keeping significant life events, such as her birthday celebrations, intimate and exclusive, choosing to share these moments primarily with her husband, their blended family of children from previous relationships, and their new baby. During the first episode of Season 6, she referred to them as “my family” while discussing the event with her siblings and mother. In recent years, Kourtney has been notably absent from family gatherings and vacations, instead focusing on nurturing relationships with those she trusts, which appears to exclude many members of the Kardashian/Jenner clan. This shift seems reflective of the ongoing tensions within the family, as Kourtney embraces a more independent lifestyle.

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Kourtney’s newfound boundaries emphasize her commitment to prioritizing her relationship with her husband and children while shielding herself from the negativity often associated with her sisters’ critical remarks. With her filming commitments on The Kardashians significantly reduced compared to her sister Kim Kardashian, it initially seemed as though Kourtney might follow in her brother Rob Kardashian‘s footsteps by withdrawing entirely from the spotlight. Ironically, what once made her the series’ standout star?her self-assuredness and sharp wit?has now evolved. By firmly establishing her boundaries and advocating for herself, Kourtney has emerged as the “cool sister” of the family. No matter how much Kim emphasizes her hectic schedule or suggests that the family would be lost without her, it has become clear that Kourtney has effortlessly claimed the title of prima donna on The Kardashians.

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Kourtney has consistently claimed several distinctions among her sisters. Besides being the eldest sibling, she has confidently stated that she possesses a higher intellect than her sisters on Keeping Up, and in recent years, she has worked diligently to cultivate a reputation for being the “most authentic” of the Kardashian sisters. As Season 6 unfolds, Kourtney asserts her cool status with confidence, declaring in a confessional, “I just am cool by nature,” and adding with conviction, “but that’s just, like, facts.” Over the years, Kourtney has meticulously crafted this persona of being the cool sister, and this transformation isn’t solely attributed to her marriage to the drummer from Blink-182. Interestingly, it was once Kim who held the title of being married to a high-profile musician.

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In this evolving chapter of The Kardashians, Kourtney has clearly established herself as the reigning prima donna, a title that no longer belongs to Kim. While the series often centers around Kim’s relentless pursuit of success in the entertainment realm, the segments featuring Kourtney?whether with her husband, children, or during brand promotions?are significantly more engaging. These scenes resonate with authenticity and are presented entirely on Kourtney’s terms. In contrast, the moments involving her siblings often feel contrived, such as Khloé’s awkward reunion with ex-husband Lamar Odom. Although the Kardashian family initially gained fame through Kim’s ambitious ventures in the fashion and entertainment industries, Kourtney’s strong boundaries and self-assuredness have made her the true star on camera. It appears that Kim is acutely aware of this shift, especially as future episodes hint at this dynamic.

During Seasons 3 and 4, tensions flared when Kim and Kourtney engaged in their infamous Dolce Vita feud, which stemmed from Kourtney’s frustration over Kim “borrowing” her wedding look for a Dolce & Gabbana campaign. In a strategic move to capitalize on this past drama, Kim orchestrated a photo shoot in Season 6, inviting her sister to collaborate on a new campaign for the brand. Preview clips for upcoming episodes reveal Kourtney expressing dissatisfaction with the wig Kim chose for her, humorously suggesting that her sister was out for revenge by undermining her appearance. Regardless of whether Kim?s intentions were mischievous or merely aimed at reigniting family drama, her choice to give Kourtney a wig she disliked underscores her understanding of Kourtney’s essential role in attracting viewers to the show. With Kim inviting Kourtney to Italy for the Dolce & Gabbana collaboration with SKIMS, it’s evident that Kourtney’s unique charm and cool factor will always position her as the prima donna of The Kardashians.