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Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Bold reason Kim K wore £3.7m diamonds at Paris robbery trial despite trolls claiming her ‘flashy' life made her a target
Following the gunpoint diamond heist, Kim doubted if she'd ever wear expensive jewellery again ALL THAT GLITTERS Bold reason Kim K wore £3.7m diamonds at Paris robbery trial despite trolls claiming her 'flashy' life made her a target Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WHEN news broke that Kim Kardashian had been robbed at gunpoint by a group of men who burst into her hotel room in October 2016, it sent shockwaves through the world. The seemingly-untouchable star, who was at the height of her popularity, was staying at Hôtel de Pourtalès during Paris Fashion Week, a celebrity favourite due to its discreet location in the capital city of France. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Kim was robbed at gunpoint while attending Paris Fashion Week in October 2016 Credit: Getty Images - Getty 6 The masked gunmen were after her pricey jewellery collection, including this £3.7 million ring Credit: Xposure 6 She is currently back in Paris testifying in the trial of 10 people accused of stealing millions of pounds worth of jewellery from her Credit: Reuters The robbers were after one thing - her impressive multi-million pound jewellery collection, which included her brand new 'second engagement ring' worth £3.7 million. In the wake of the heist, Kim, 44, said she wasn't sure if she'd ever wear real or expensive jewellery again. So, fans were shocked to see her arrive at the French courtroom dripping in diamonds - including an anklet, replica of the stolen ring and earring stack. It shouldn't be too much of a shock, though, according to one fashion expert, who believes that the Kardashian-Jenner family "never fails to create a spectacle whether it is on the catwalk or in court". Kim had been gifted the huge £3.7 million diamond band a month prior to the robbery by her ex-husband and father to her four children, Kanye West. She had been proudly posting herself wearing her new gem on Snapchat in the months leading up to her trip to Paris, and was also pictured with it on in public. A gang of thieves had their eyes on the impressive jewel, and dressed as cops to gain access to Kim's hotel, where they threatened and handcuffed the concierge-security guard on duty and demanded he take them to her room. The robbers entered her suite as she was lying on her bed and forced the concierge to act as an interpreter, who told Kim to hand over her engagement ring. The men, holding guns, tied Kim up with zip ties and duct tape before placing her in the bathroom to ransack her suite for more valuables and money. The armed thieves made off with over £8.5 million worth of jewellery, including Kim's new ring, as well as €1,000 in cash. After the attack, Kim said she wasn't sure if she'd ever wear expensive jewellery again. 'I was definitely materialistic before… I just don't care about that stuff any more,' she said during an interview on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in April 2017. "It's just not worth it, I don't care about that stuff, I don't care to show off the way that I used to. 'It's okay if you're proud of that… It's just not who I am anymore. That's not to say that I'll never wear jewellery again, or anything like that. I truly don't know if I'd ever feel comfortable. I truly don't know if I'd ever wear real jewellery again.' Fast forward nine years since the terrifying diamond heist, Kim has the answer to that question - yes. 6 Kim appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in April 2017 to speak about the Paris robbery 6 She turned up to the French courtroom dripping in diamonds and even had a replica of the stolen £3.7 million ring on Credit: AP 6 Kim was staying at Hôtel de Pourtalès when the robbery happened, a celebrity favourite due to its discreet location Credit: Getty - Contributor The reality TV star turned up to the French courtroom dripping in diamonds - and even had a replica of the stolen £3.7 million ring on. She ascended the steps into the Assize Court wearing a power-shouldered skirt suit from John Galliano. This was paired with a diamond anklet, a diamond Samer Halimeh necklace and a stack of diamond Repossi and Briony Raymond earrings. Why would she do that? To send a message of power, says Alison Lowe MBE, fashion consultant and course leader of MBA Fashion Entrepreneurship at the University of East London. Kim has turned the courtroom into her personal stage, creating a look that reclaims her power and presents a calculated statement. By wearing diamonds in court she isn't just presenting fashion - she is declaring evidence Alison Lowe MBE 'Kim has turned the courtroom into her personal stage, creating a look that reclaims her power and presents a calculated statement,' Lowe says. 'By wearing diamonds in court she isn't just presenting fashion - she is declaring evidence. 'She is subtly showing the court the very premise of the case: that wearing high-value jewellery is, and always has been, part of her daily life. 'Her court attire serves to underscore that her diamonds and expensive pieces are part of her public persona and that there's nothing unusual about her having worn millions in jewels that night in 2016.' 'Flaunting her wealth' Following the robbery, critics slammed Kim for "flaunting her wealth" - and even said she was 'inviting' criminals by showcasing just how much she had and being "too flashy" That includes designer Karl Lagerfeld who told the Associated Press she was 'too public' with her jewellery, adding: 'You cannot display your wealth then be surprised that some people want to share it." In the wake of the diamond heist, Kim's style took an undeniable turn. It was toned down, and she was rarely seen with any form of jewellery on, let alone big rocks. Loew comments: 'There is an irony in her wearing diamonds as following the Paris robbery she declared she was no longer going to flaunt her wealth and would step back from over the top ostentatious displays. 'However, here she is, back in Paris in traditional Kim K style. 'Some may comment that she is now wearing her diamonds as a form of armour, or a badge of honour to show the world that she has survived and is reclaiming her power. 'My personal opinion is that the Kardashian-Jenner family never fails to create a spectacle whether it is on the catwalk or in court. 'The 'brand' is always top priority.'
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Bold reason Kim K wore £3.7m diamonds at Paris robbery trial despite trolls claiming her ‘flashy' life made her a target
WHEN news broke that Kim Kardashian had been robbed at gunpoint by a group of men who burst into her hotel room in October 2016, it sent shockwaves through the world. The seemingly-untouchable star, who was at the height of her popularity, was staying at Hôtel de Pourtalès during Paris Fashion Week, a celebrity favourite due to its discreet location in the capital city of France. 6 6 6 The robbers were after one thing - her impressive multi-million pound jewellery collection, which included her brand new 'second engagement ring' worth £3.7 million. In the wake of the heist, Kim, 44, said she wasn't sure if she'd ever wear real or expensive jewellery again. So, fans were shocked to see her arrive at the French courtroom dripping in diamonds - including an anklet, replica of the stolen ring and earring stack. It shouldn't be too much of a shock, though, according to one fashion expert, who believes that the Kardashian-Jenner family "never fails to create a spectacle whether it is on the catwalk or in court". Kim had been gifted the huge £3.7 million diamond band a month prior to the robbery by her ex-husband and father to her four children, Kanye West. She had been proudly posting herself wearing her new gem on Snapchat in the months leading up to her trip to Paris, and was also pictured with it on in public. A gang of thieves had their eyes on the impressive jewel, and dressed as cops to gain access to Kim's hotel, where they threatened and handcuffed the concierge-security guard on duty and demanded he take them to her room. The robbers entered her suite as she was lying on her bed and forced the concierge to act as an interpreter, who told Kim to hand over her engagement ring. The men, holding guns, tied Kim up with zip ties and duct tape before placing her in the bathroom to ransack her suite for more valuables and money. The armed thieves made off with over £8.5 million worth of jewellery, including Kim's new ring, as well as €1,000 in cash. After the attack, Kim said she wasn't sure if she'd ever wear expensive jewellery again. 'I was definitely materialistic before… I just don't care about that stuff any more,' she said during an interview on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in April 2017. "It's just not worth it, I don't care about that stuff, I don't care to show off the way that I used to. 'It's okay if you're proud of that… It's just not who I am anymore. That's not to say that I'll never wear jewellery again, or anything like that. I truly don't know if I'd ever feel comfortable. I truly don't know if I'd ever wear real jewellery again.' Fast forward nine years since the terrifying diamond heist, Kim has the answer to that question - yes. 6 6 6 The reality TV star turned up to the French courtroom dripping in diamonds - and even had a replica of the stolen £3.7 million ring on. She ascended the steps into the Assize Court wearing a power-shouldered skirt suit from John Galliano. This was paired with a diamond anklet, a diamond Samer Halimeh necklace and a stack of diamond Repossi and Briony Raymond earrings. Why would she do that? To send a message of power, says Alison Lowe MBE, fashion consultant and course leader of MBA Fashion Entrepreneurship at the University of East London. Kim has turned the courtroom into her personal stage, creating a look that reclaims her power and presents a calculated statement. By wearing diamonds in court she isn't just presenting fashion - she is declaring evidence Alison Lowe MBEfashion expert 'Kim has turned the courtroom into her personal stage, creating a look that reclaims her power and presents a calculated statement,' Lowe says. 'By wearing diamonds in court she isn't just presenting fashion - she is declaring evidence. 'She is subtly showing the court the very premise of the case: that wearing high-value jewellery is, and always has been, part of her daily life. 'Her court attire serves to underscore that her diamonds and expensive pieces are part of her public persona and that there's nothing unusual about her having worn millions in jewels that night in 2016.' 'Flaunting her wealth' Following the robbery, critics slammed Kim for "flaunting her wealth" - and even said she was 'inviting' criminals by showcasing just how much she had and being "too flashy" That includes designer Karl Lagerfeld who told the Associated Press she was 'too public' with her jewellery, adding: 'You cannot display your wealth then be surprised that some people want to share it." In the wake of the diamond heist, Kim's style took an undeniable turn. It was toned down, and she was rarely seen with any form of jewellery on, let alone big rocks. Loew comments: 'There is an irony in her wearing diamonds as following the Paris robbery she declared she was no longer going to flaunt her wealth and would step back from over the top ostentatious displays. 'However, here she is, back in Paris in traditional Kim K style. 'Some may comment that she is now wearing her diamonds as a form of armour, or a badge of honour to show the world that she has survived and is reclaiming her power. 'My personal opinion is that the Kardashian-Jenner family never fails to create a spectacle whether it is on the catwalk or in court. 'The 'brand' is always top priority.'
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kim Kardashian plans to testify in trial over 2016 Paris jewelry heist: A look back at the case, nearly 9 years later
Kim Kardashian will take the stand in person at an upcoming trial over a 2016 heist in Paris that saw her robbed at gunpoint. The trial is scheduled to start on April 28 and conclude by May 23. Kardashian herself is reportedly set to appear on May 13. A group of 10 suspects dubbed the 'grandpa robbers' will stand trial on charges of armed robbery, membership of a criminal gang and kidnapping. The Skims mogul was robbed at gunpoint in October 2016 while staying at the No Address Hotel during Paris Fashion Week. Two masked men gained access to Kardashian's room, where they allegedly tied her up and held her hostage as they stole more than $10 million in jewelry. Among the stolen items was Kardashian's $4 million engagement ring from then husband Kanye West. 'We can confirm that Ms. Kardashian will be testifying in person at the upcoming French criminal trial involving the 2016 incident in which she was bound and robbed at gunpoint by a number of masked assailants,' Kardashian's lawyer Michael Rhodes said in a statement in April. Kardashian, according to her lawyer, has 'tremendous appreciation and admiration for the French judicial system' and 'wishes for the trial to proceed in an orderly fashion in accordance with French law and with respect for all parties to the case.' On Sept. 28 of that year, Kardashian landed in Paris by private jet with her assistant, Stephanie Shepherd, and her bodyguard, Pascal Duvier, to attend Paris Fashion Week. The hotel at which the reality star planned on staying for the next six days was quickly made public knowledge, as photographers followed Kardashian's vehicle from the airport to the Hôtel de Pourtalès, also known as the No Address Hotel. In the early hours of Oct. 3, 2016, Kardashian returned to her hotel with sister Kourtney Kardashian and stylist Simone Harouche after attending a private dinner. Kourtney and Kardashian's assistant, Shepherd, changed clothes, as they had planned on going out that night. Kardashian, however, chose not to join them, instead staying in. Kardashian had told her bodyguard to join Kourtney and their half-sister, Kendall Jenner, while they were out clubbing. While alone that night, Kardashian heard a noise at her hotel room's door, which prompted her to call Duvier at 2:56 a.m. As she looked through the door, Kardashian said she saw two men holding police paraphernalia and had a handcuffed hotel receptionist with them. The masked men allegedly forced the receptionist to open Kardashian's door with a key from the front desk. After gaining entry to her room, Kardashian said, the men pulled her out of bed. 'He grabbed me and I was wearing a robe and I wasn't wearing anything under it,' Kardashian recalled to David Letterman in a 2020 interview. 'He grabbed me and pulled me toward him, but I wasn't wearing anything underneath. So I was like, 'OK, this is the time I'm going to get raped. Just deal, it's gonna happen. Just prepare yourself.' So I did… But then he tied me up with handcuffs and zip ties and duct tape.' Kardashian said the men then held her at gunpoint before locking her in the bathroom and robbing her of more than $10 million in jewelry. They were in the hotel building for 49 minutes, per Vanity Fair, before leaving the premises on their bicycles with the stolen jewelry. 'I just kept thinking about Kourtney,' Kardashian told Letterman. 'I kept on thinking she's gonna come home and I'm gonna be dead in the room, and she's gonna be traumatized for the rest of her life if she sees me.' After managing to untie herself, Kardashian exited the bathroom and ran to the balcony, where she reportedly screamed for help. In the hours leading up to the robbery, Kardashian, who has long shared her personal life on social media, was actively posting on Snapchat. 'I was Snapchatting that I was home and that everyone was going out,' she further detailed on Keeping Up With the Kardashians in 2017. 'So I think they knew Pascal was out with Kourtney and I was there by myself.' Following the robbery, Kardashian has since revealed that she no longer posts on social media in real-time. 'I learned from a bad experience I had when I was robbed that people really knew my every move,' she said at the New York Times' DealBook conference in 2019. 'They knew what I had, they knew where I was, what I was doing, and that to me really changed the things that I post.' Kardashian now waits until after she's left a location before posting about it online. 'I still want people to feel like they're on that journey with me,' she explained. 'But I might video something, then post it 30 minutes later when I've left the location, for more privacy.' The group of 10 men that'll go on trial has been nicknamed the 'grandpa robbers,' as they are all primarily in their 60s and 70s. Among the suspects arrested in France in the months following the robbery is Aomar Ait Khedache, 68, also known as 'Old Omar,' who had admitted to participating in the heist but denies claims that he was the operation's ringleader. Additional alleged robbers have been identified as Yunice Abbas, 71, who fled the scene on a bicycle, and Didier Dubreucq, 69, who has denied accusations that he was one of the robbers to enter Kardashian's room. While 12 people were originally charged for the 2016 heist, only 10 will stand trial. One suspect has died while another, Pierre Bouianere, 80, is unable to participate due to health issues and will instead be tried separately.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kim Kardashian plans to testify in trial over 2016 Paris jewelry heist: A look back at the case, nearly 9 years later
Kim Kardashian will take the stand in person at an upcoming trial over a 2016 heist in Paris that saw her robbed at gunpoint. The trial is scheduled to start on April 28 and conclude by May 23. Kardashian herself is reportedly set to appear on May 13. A group of 10 suspects dubbed the 'grandpa robbers' will stand trial on charges of armed robbery, membership of a criminal gang and kidnapping. The Skims mogul was robbed at gunpoint in October 2016 while staying at the No Address Hotel during Paris Fashion Week. Two masked men gained access to Kardashian's room, where they allegedly tied her up and held her hostage as they stole more than $10 million in jewelry. Among the stolen items was Kardashian's $4 million engagement ring from then husband Kanye West. 'We can confirm that Ms. Kardashian will be testifying in person at the upcoming French criminal trial involving the 2016 incident in which she was bound and robbed at gunpoint by a number of masked assailants,' Kardashian's lawyer Michael Rhodes said in a statement in April. Kardashian, according to her lawyer, has 'tremendous appreciation and admiration for the French judicial system' and 'wishes for the trial to proceed in an orderly fashion in accordance with French law and with respect for all parties to the case.' On Sept. 28 of that year, Kardashian landed in Paris by private jet with her assistant, Stephanie Shepherd, and her bodyguard, Pascal Duvier, to attend Paris Fashion Week. The hotel at which the reality star planned on staying for the next six days was quickly made public knowledge, as photographers followed Kardashian's vehicle from the airport to the Hôtel de Pourtalès, also known as the No Address Hotel. In the early hours of Oct. 3, 2016, Kardashian returned to her hotel with sister Kourtney Kardashian and stylist Simone Harouche after attending a private dinner. Kourtney and Kardashian's assistant, Shepherd, changed clothes, as they had planned on going out that night. Kardashian, however, chose not to join them, instead staying in. Kardashian had told her bodyguard to join Kourtney and their half-sister, Kendall Jenner, while they were out clubbing. While alone that night, Kardashian heard a noise at her hotel room's door, which prompted her to call Duvier at 2:56 a.m. As she looked through the door, Kardashian said she saw two men holding police paraphernalia and had a handcuffed hotel receptionist with them. The masked men allegedly forced the receptionist to open Kardashian's door with a key from the front desk. After gaining entry to her room, Kardashian said, the men pulled her out of bed. 'He grabbed me and I was wearing a robe and I wasn't wearing anything under it,' Kardashian recalled to David Letterman in a 2020 interview. 'He grabbed me and pulled me toward him, but I wasn't wearing anything underneath. So I was like, 'OK, this is the time I'm going to get raped. Just deal, it's gonna happen. Just prepare yourself.' So I did… But then he tied me up with handcuffs and zip ties and duct tape.' Kardashian said the men then held her at gunpoint before locking her in the bathroom and robbing her of more than $10 million in jewelry. They were in the hotel building for 49 minutes, per Vanity Fair, before leaving the premises on their bicycles with the stolen jewelry. 'I just kept thinking about Kourtney,' Kardashian told Letterman. 'I kept on thinking she's gonna come home and I'm gonna be dead in the room, and she's gonna be traumatized for the rest of her life if she sees me.' After managing to untie herself, Kardashian exited the bathroom and ran to the balcony, where she reportedly screamed for help. In the hours leading up to the robbery, Kardashian, who has long shared her personal life on social media, was actively posting on Snapchat. 'I was Snapchatting that I was home and that everyone was going out,' she further detailed on Keeping Up With the Kardashians in 2017. 'So I think they knew Pascal was out with Kourtney and I was there by myself.' Following the robbery, Kardashian has since revealed that she no longer posts on social media in real-time. 'I learned from a bad experience I had when I was robbed that people really knew my every move,' she said at the New York Times' DealBook conference in 2019. 'They knew what I had, they knew where I was, what I was doing, and that to me really changed the things that I post.' Kardashian now waits until after she's left a location before posting about it online. 'I still want people to feel like they're on that journey with me,' she explained. 'But I might video something, then post it 30 minutes later when I've left the location, for more privacy.' The group of 10 men that'll go on trial has been nicknamed the 'grandpa robbers,' as they are all primarily in their 60s and 70s. Among the suspects arrested in France in the months following the robbery is Aomar Ait Khedache, 68, also known as 'Old Omar,' who had admitted to participating in the heist but denies claims that he was the operation's ringleader. Additional alleged robbers have been identified as Yunice Abbas, 71, who fled the scene on a bicycle, and Didier Dubreucq, 69, who has denied accusations that he was one of the robbers to enter Kardashian's room. While 12 people were originally charged for the 2016 heist, only 10 will stand trial. One suspect has died while another, Pierre Bouianere, 80, is unable to participate due to health issues and will instead be tried separately.
