Kim Kardashian Emotional Breakdown Over Bar Exam Failure: Watch Here

Kim Kardashian is giving fans a glimpse into her journey leading up to taking the California Bar Exam earlier this year. The reality TV star and businesswoman ventured into the world of law in 2018 and finally passed the “baby bar” in 2021 after four attempts. This test, taken after the first year of law school, was a significant milestone. Kim went on to ace the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam in March 2025, which was a prerequisite before tackling the Bar Exam, wrapping up her time in law school shortly after.

While promoting Hulu’s series All’s Fair, where she portrays a successful divorce lawyer named Allura Grant, Kim shared the news that she unfortunately did not pass the California Bar Exam. In a heartfelt Instagram post, the 45-year-old SKIMS founder posted a video detailing her journey, from preparing for the exam to the moment she learned she had not passed.

In her post, Kim expressed her disappointment but emphasized that this setback was not the end of her dream of becoming a lawyer. She openly shared the ups and downs of her studying process, showing her vulnerability and determination to keep pushing forward. Kim’s message was clear: she’s not giving up on her goal and plans to continue studying, learning, and showing up for herself until she achieves success. It’s a testament to her perseverance and resilience on this challenging path to a legal career.