Kim Kardashian opened up about her experiences on the reality competition show “Dancing with the Stars” during a recent appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” The 45-year-old actress and media personality reflected on her challenging time on the show in 2008, revealing that the experience left a lasting impact on her relationship with dance.
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During the episode aired on 15 October, Kardashian spoke candidly about her struggles with the competitive environment. She admitted to shedding tears in her trailer almost every night, wishing for an early exit from the show. “I would honestly cry in my trailer, like, every single night, praying to get kicked off,” she revealed. “It was so hard for me.”
Kardashian described feeling overwhelmed and shy throughout her time on the show, which ultimately affected her performance. “I was so shy to do it. I couldn’t get over myself,” she explained, adding with a touch of humour that she has not danced since her time on the programme.
When Kimmel teasingly queried whether she had ever danced at weddings, Kardashian flatly responded that she had not. “I am traumatized. No, it’s traumatised me for life,” she said. Her comments highlighted the profound effect that her participation in the series had on her confidence and enjoyment of dance.
Kardashian’s stint on “Dancing with the Stars” concluded with her finishing in 11th place, a result that saw her and professional partner Mark Ballas overshadowed by the season’s winner, Brooke Burke and pro dancer Derek Hough. Despite this setback, Kardashian’s brother, Rob Kardashian, later fared better in season 13, securing a second-place finish with his partner Cheryl Burke.
The conversation took a light-hearted turn when Kimmel played a clip from her time on the show, which featured Kardashian dancing to the iconic track “Baby Got Back.” Reflecting on that moment, she admitted, “I can’t even watch,” revealing that the last time she saw her performances was during a recent family poker night three weeks ago. “My sister Kylie Jenner wanted to show everyone,” she shared, noting the lively atmosphere as Kylie showcased the old footage.
To her surprise, Kardashian found herself recalling some dance moves while watching the clip. “I wished that I had the confidence that I do now,” she confessed, taking a trip down memory lane. She suggested a playful idea to Kimmel: “Could you imagine if we did a Kardashian-Jenner whole season of all of us, competing against each other on Dancing with the Stars?”
Kimmel reacted positively, calling the concept a “fantastic idea.” Kardashian chimed in with excitement, recalling how much fun the family would have had on the dance floor. “We all loved it. We all were like, ‘Yes…’ I don’t know if they would ever do that,” she said, expressing hope for a potential family season.
Ultimately, Kardashian’s reflection on her experiences presented an opportunity for growth, showcasing her enhanced confidence in her abilities today compared to her younger self. While she remains hesitant about revisiting the dance floor in a competitive setting, she looks back on her time on “Dancing with the Stars” with a sense of nostalgia and a newfound perspective.
“Dancing with the Stars” continues to air live on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and Disney+, with episodes available for streaming the following day on Hulu. As the show progresses, Kardashian’s stories remind viewers that, even in the world of glamour and stardom, the journey of self-discovery can be fraught with challenges and personal growth.