Kim Kardashian Cleared of Defamation in Blac Chyna Trial
Kim Kardashian has been found not guilty of defaming Blac Chyna by a Los Angeles judge this Friday (April 29). Per documents obtained by Page Six reveals the court ruled that…
Kim Kardashian attends 2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 27, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. Blac Chyna attends the 92nd Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on February 09, 2020 in Hollywood, California.
Frazer Harrison/Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesKim Kardashian has been found not guilty of defaming Blac Chyna by a Los Angeles judge this Friday (April 29). Per documents obtained by Page Six reveals the court ruled that “no statement” made by the Skims founder, 41, was “alleged to be defamatory” against the Rob & Chyna star, 33.
Chyna’s team previously argued they only needed to prove that each defendant in the case — including Kim, Khloé Kardashian, Kylie Jenner and Kris Jenner — took a “responsible part” in defaming Chyna, whose real name is Angela White. However, the court agreed that there is “no evidence” to support that Kim had a “responsible part” in defaming Chyna, the documents say.
The ruling was based on the lawyers’ arguments, the court record and papers from the counsel. Although Kim was absolved of the defamation charge, she can potentially still be accused of intentional interference with a contract. As we earlier reported, Chyna has accused the Kardashian-Jenner family of using their influence to cancel a potential second season of her and ex-fiancé Rob Kardashian’s E! reality show.
Jeff Jenkins, former executive producer of the series, testified last week that networks including BET, VH1, Lifetime and MTV were also uninterested in picking up Rob & Chyna. Chyna is seeking over $145 million ($109,635,021 in economic damage and $36,000,000 in general damages for emotional distress).
The Kardashian-Jenner family’s attorney, Michael Rhodes, tried to get the case dismissed altogether last Friday, arguing that Chyna’s claims were “absurd,” adding that the total damages amount is based on “unsupported and wildly speculative claims” since she has not provided the appropriate accounting records.
As the Kardashian-Jenner women gear up for their new series, The Kardashians, to debut on Disney+ next Thursday, April 14, they had an intimate gathering at Goya Studios in Los Angeles to watch the first episode from the upcoming series. In attendance were longtime friends, Jonathan Cheban, Malika Haqq and Anastasia Karanikolaou, even though Khloe Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner were noticeably absent. Kourtney's ex and father of their three children, Scott Disick, 38, showed up with his new girlfriend, Rebecca Donaldson, 27. Kourtney's beau Travis Barker brought his kids along to the premiere and Kim's boyfriend Pete Davidson attended the event!
Take a look at how we ranked the reality stars' looks of the night.
19. Emma Conway
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAShe may have received an invite by the Kardashians, but we don't think they would approve of Emma's choice of footwear.
18. Natalie Halcro
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAThe model and fashion blogger combined a sequined dress with a satin corset and the contrasting mediums don't work at all even though she's a beauty.
17. Jonathan Cheban
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAJonathan wore black and blue on the red carpet, incorporating leather throughout -- even with his Louis Vuitton shirt.
16. Dorit Kemsley
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAThe Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star wore a matching set with white accessories to the premiere. Her platform sandals give her legs an incredible tone!
15. Atiana De La Hoya
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for ABATravis Barker's 23-year-old step-daughter from his previous marriage to Shanna Moakler came with the rest of Barker's kids, also rocking the all-black motif.
14. Olivia Pierson
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAThe makeup artist incorporated braids in her platinum locks, wearing a chic black dress.
13. Khadijah Haqq McCray and Malika Haqq
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAThe twins looked glam, wearing different hairstyles at the event. We are loving Malika's soft, shimmering gold dress.
12. Nicole Williams English
The model and celebrity designer kept it simple and chic in all black, paired with some statement earrings.
11. Julia Lester
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAThe High School Musical The Musical: The Series star wore a fiery fit to the premiere, matching her red locks to her dress.
10. Landon Barker
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for ABATravis Barker's 18-year-old son kept it rocker-goth at the premiere and we're loving the edginess he brought! Those flared pants show just how stylish he is.
9. Yris Palmer
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAKylie's friend showed off her baby bump in a stunning blue cut-out dress, with a long white coat with matching accessories.
8. Saffron Barker
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAThough her last name is Barker, the English YouTuber is of no relation to Travis. We love her pearl-encrusted white ensemble, though!
7. Anastasia Kingsnorth
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAThe makeup YouTuber wore a gorgeous satin corset dress with a high slit thigh.
6. Scott Disick and Rebecca Donaldson
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAScott Disick's new model girlfriend stunned at the premiere with her a one-shoulder gray dress.
5. Kris Jenner and Corey Gamble
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for ABAKris Jenner is back to her signature haircut after she debuted a bob earlier this week. The Kardashian matriarch looked so chic in her all-pink ensemble with gold detail. Corey matched his beau with a light pink shirt.
4. Alabama Barker, Reign Disick, Kourtney Kardashian, Travis Barker, Landon Barker and Atiana De La Hoya
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAKourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker matched their blended family's all-black looks. Kourtney appears to be caressing her stomach, further propelling rumors that she may be pregnant!
3. Teyana Taylor
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for ABATeyana Taylor never has a bad look. Her black and red crescent moon jumpsuit are a fun look paired with velvet heeled boots and matching red shades.
2. Anastasia Karanikolaou
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for ABAKylie's bestie looked SNATCHED in this bodycon shimmery gold mini dress!
1. Kim Kardashian
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for ABAVery fitting that Kim was the best-dressed at the premiere. Although we would have loved to see photos of her and Pete make their red carpet debut, the reality star stunned in this Mugler bustier silver latex dress.
