Kim shocked the world yet again in April 2019 when she revealed to Vogue that she is studying to be a lawyer, with a goal of taking the bar exam in 2022. Naturally, the response to Kim's new endeavor was mixed; many admire her for continuing her education, but there are also those who have wondered aloud if Kim "bribed her way" into a law program, or suggest that she can't become a lawyer because of her sexy public persona and history of nude selfies.
So far, it doesn't seem like Kim is letting the unsolicited input bother her — nor should she. "I've seen some comments from people who are saying it's my privilege or my money that got me here, but that's not the case. One person actually said I should 'stay in my lane,'" Kim wrote in an Instagram post after the Vogue interview was released. "I want people to understand that there is nothing that should limit your pursuit of your dreams, and the accomplishment of new goals. You can create your own lanes, just as I am."
Since announcing her plans, Kim has also been walking the walk. She made another visit to the White House in June 2019 to speak at an event on criminal justice reform and promote second-chance hiring, or the hiring of prisoners released early under the First Step Act. She's met with a number of prisoners, including Rodney Reed, who was scheduled to be executed for a 1996 assault, rape, and strangling. Due to evidence that allegedly implicates another man for the crime, the Texas court recently issued a stay of execution and remanded the case back to the trial court. "Words cannot describe the relief and hope that swept over the room in that moment," Kim captioned an Instagram of Rodney. "We have seen Democrats and Republicans come together. We have seen grassroots activists and lawmakers link arms. We have heard people all around the globe speak up. And all because of a deep belief that every man or woman accused of a crime — especially one punishable by death — deserves the chance to have all available evidence considered."
It remains to be seen what Kim Kardashian will do in the next 10 years, but if the last decade is any indication — from her family, to her businesses, to her growing activism — you can bet she'll be full of surprises.
