Kim Kardashian Paris Robbery Testimony

Kim Kardashian testified in a France — Paris court on May 13, 2025, recounting the terrifying 2016 jewelry heist where she was bound at gunpoint and feared for her life. She described being zip-tied, taped, and having a gun pressed to her temple, believing she would be raped and killed. The masked assailants, dubbed 'the grandpa robbers' by the French press, stole millions in jewelry, including a $4 million engagement ring from Kanye West. Kim Kardashian's testimony marked an emotional climax in the trial against 10 suspects, most in their 60s and 70s, accused of armed robbery, kidnapping, and criminal gang membership. She tearfully accepted an apology from one of the defendants, Aomar Aït Khedache. The robbery profoundly impacted Kim Kardashian, leading to increased security, anxiety, and a change in her public lifestyle. Her friend and stylist, Simone Harouche, also testified about the trauma she experienced. The trial has reignited debates about the cost of fame and vulnerability in the digital age, as investigators believe the attackers tracked Kim Kardashian's movements through social media.