It appears that one of reality television’s leading ladies is pivoting toward acting. Kim Kardashian was recently announced as the star in Ryan Murphy’s upcoming legal drama, “All’s Fair.”
The Kardashian family is known for the glamorous lives they portray on screen, but now they’re expanding into Hollywood. The Skims founder has ventured into acting before, debuting in Tyler Perry’s “Temptation” with a small role as Ava. Her “breakout role” came in the Season 12 of Murphy’s “American Horror Story,” which premiered in September. Now, the mother of four is stepping into the ring alongside acting heavyweights like Halle Berry and Glenn Close.
“All’s Fair” is described as a “high-end, glossy and sexy adult procedural” and features Kardashian as a Los Angeles-based divorce attorney who leads an all-female law firm. Details on the series’ storyline are sparse, but Kardashian’s role promises to be significant.
Kris Jenner has been working overtime as her daughter’s manager. Kardashian is set to star in an upcoming Netflix film, “The Fifth Wheel,” in which she plays the titular role — though specifics about the movie are mostly under wraps for now.
Social media has weighed in on Kardashian’s new venture, and opinions are mixed.
I just read that Halle Berry and Glenn Close have joined Ryan Murphy and Kim Kardashian’s new Hulu series WHERE KIM IS THE LEAD ACTOR pic.twitter.com/MN4E0xLxPr
— Ally (@allyremelle) July 8, 2024
Why is Kim Kardashian’s getting such high-profile, coveted roles instead of real actors who’ve dedicated their lives to the craft? So messed up 😤 https://t.co/TOFNLIqwml
— Jonny Harvey (@iamjonnyharvey) July 9, 2024
halle berry and glenn close being second and third billed next to kim kardashian is wild ryan murphy you will CRUMBLE https://t.co/zoHBzFIX5i
— jean’s glucose monitor • hacks spoilers (@mirrenelle) July 8, 2024
It seems fans want Kardashian to earn her spot as an actor before landing major roles alongside industry veterans. Many were surprised to see her sitting with seasoned actors in Variety’s Actors on Actors series, where she chatted with “Big Love” star Chloë Sevigny.
Chloé Sevigny saying Kim kardashian is a movie star and people are drawn into Kim and that’s she’s blessed oh I know that right Chloe. I know haters are pissed 🤭 pic.twitter.com/TkvbBU1gby
— leandre koffi (@leandek15) June 5, 2024
Why are they letting Kim Kardashian pay her way into whatever she wants? Dead women’s clothes, performances of The Lion King, Actors on Actors—she’s not even an interesting to person to want to marvel at the spectacle, she’s BORING. Bring back shunning people
— Meech (@MediumSizeMeech) May 29, 2024
While I support individuals exploring new opportunities and securing their success, I believe it’s important to respect the journey of actors who have dedicated time and effort to hone their craft.
Reality television can indeed provide a platform for broader visibility and opportunities. Yet, there are countless trained actors who aspire to share the screen with icons like Berry and Close and other talented stars.
It does seem her fame has opened doors that others might find harder to access without as much prior validation in acting. It’s a perspective worth considering.
