Just hours after Kris Jenner shared the devastating news that her mother and the beloved matriarch of the family, Mary Jo “MJ” Shannon, had passed away at 91, social media users were left confused by a glamorous post on Kim Kardashian’s feed.
The SKIMS founder shared photos from a recent “Lake Life” vacation, prompting some followers to criticize the upload as insensitive given the tragic family news. Kim quickly took to the comments to set the record straight, explaining that the timing was entirely coincidental.
As comments poured in questioning how she could post vacation content so soon, Kim directly addressed the confusion. She clarified that the publication was completely automated.
“This post was scheduled a few days ago before we lost MJ, so its timing came right alongside her passing,” Kim explained in the comments. “I’ve been by my mom and grandma’s side this past week, and my heart is completely with my family right now. We love and miss her so deeply, and in the days ahead, we’ll be focusing on celebrating her beautiful life.”
Shortly after clearing up the automated publishing error, Kim shared a touching, manual tribute to her grandmother. Posting a carousel of personal memories spanning several decades, Kim called MJ her “best friend,” “gossip buddy,” and “forever twin.”
She also credited her grandmother’s entrepreneurial spirit notably her decades-long ownership of a boutique with teaching the family the value of hard work and building a business.
While the automated timing was an awkward hiccup in a highly emotional week, fans have rallied around the family to send their support as they grieve the loss of their legendary matriarch.
