[s2e7] What's More American Than | Marilyn Monroe?
: Kim initially considered skipping the Met Gala but found inspiration in Monroe's historic dress, currently owned by Ripley's Believe It or Not! . She faces significant hurdles when she discovers the dress does not fit her, leading to a strict diet and exercise regimen to lose enough weight to wear it for the red carpet.
: Kourtney Kardashian continues planning her upcoming wedding to Travis Barker in Italy. [S2E7] What's More American Than Marilyn Monroe?
Kris prepares for an upcoming surgery while managing the family's various crises. : Kim initially considered skipping the Met Gala
: The family prepares for and begins the looming legal battle with Blac Chyna. Other Family Dynamics : Other Family Dynamics : The primary focus of
The primary focus of the episode is Kim Kardashian's journey to wear the iconic "Happy Birthday, Mr. President" dress, originally worn by Marilyn Monroe in 1962.
The episode's title and theme lean into the idea of Marilyn Monroe as a profound cultural symbol of "Americanness" and commodification. Kim's desire to wear the dress is framed as a tribute to an American icon, though the decision later sparked significant public debate regarding the preservation of historic garments. Information Series The Kardashians Season & Episode Season 2, Episode 7 Air Date November 3, 2022 Rating Runtime Approximately 46 minutes