Kim Kardashian celebrated her 43rd birthday at an intimate gathering, introducing Ivanka Trump and Lauren Sanchez as her new 'ride-or-die' best friends.
The celebration highlighted the special bonds Kim shares with her closest friends and family.
According to Daily Mail, the event, organized by her sister Khloe Kardashian, took place at Funke in Beverly Hills. Several celebrities attended, including Ivanka Trump, daughter of former President Donald Trump, and Lauren Sanchez, fiancée of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.
Ivanka Trump, 42, and Lauren Sanchez, 54, were among the first guests to arrive at the party. They were seated close to Kim, with Ivanka on her right and Lauren two seats down. This seating arrangement seemed to suggest their prominence in Kim's life.
Allison Statter, one of Kim’s lifelong friends, was seated to her left. Kim has known Ivanka for several years, collaborating on prison reform initiatives, including efforts at the White House in 2018 for Alice Marie Johnson's commutation.
Lauren Sanchez and Kim have been seen dining together frequently, often accompanied by Jeff Bezos and Kris Jenner. Their presence at the party underscores their growing bond with Kim.
The guest list included Kim's family, such as her sister, Kendall Jenner, who arrived after a Bottega campaign shoot. Hailey Bieber also attended and greeted Kim with a warm hug.
Kim expressed her gratitude for the support and friendship she has received from her friends, attributing her mental well-being to their unwavering support.
"I think that's probably why I've never seen a therapist, is because I have the best friends in the entire world," Kim stated during the celebration. Kris Jenner also expressed her love and appreciation for Kim, emphasizing the significance of the friendships and family bonds present that night.
Kim's inner circle includes six 'lifers': Allison Statter, Zoe Winkler, Simone Harouche, Lindsay May, Sarah Meyer Michaelson, and Ashley Kraines.
These friendships have been crucial to Kim's happiness and success. Khloe Kardashian's toast to Kim highlighted the positive impact of these relationships.
Later in the evening, Khloe urged Kim to showcase her body, emphasizing her confidence and self-assurance. Kim expressed her appreciation for the life she leads and the importance of being present in the moment.
Kim Kardashian's 43rd birthday was a testament to the strong bonds she shares with her friends and family. The presence of Ivanka Trump and Lauren Sanchez highlighted the evolving dynamics of her inner circle. With heartfelt toasts and meaningful reflections, Kim's celebration was a memorable event, underscoring the importance of friendship and family in her life.
