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- Emotional footage shows the strain of exam prep
- How she prepared: months of intense studying
- Family balance: keeping the kids and routine in mind
- Exam result: she did not pass the California bar
- What comes next: retake plans and the target score
- Reactions from friends, fans and family
- Her public narrative and motivation to continue
Kim Kardashian shared a raw, behind-the-scenes look at her bar exam prep and the toll it took on her. The footage, posted to Instagram, captured a candid breakdown and the news that she did not pass the California bar.
Emotional footage shows the strain of exam prep
In the video, Kardashian appears exhausted and near tears as she describes the pressure of studying. She explains she felt repeatedly set back despite putting in long hours.
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Her message was one of fatigue and frustration, not defeat. She told followers she reached a breaking point during the final weeks of study.
How she prepared: months of intense studying
Kardashian detailed a heavy study schedule that consumed months of her life.
- She paused many professional commitments.
- She focused primarily on parenting and studying.
- Two weeks before the exam, she removed distractions to concentrate fully.
She also mentioned physical pain that complicated her routine, saying she had back issues and relied on a brace while studying.
Family balance: keeping the kids and routine in mind
To create uninterrupted study time, Kardashian arranged a getaway for her children.
- She noted being a full-time parent and law student at the same time.
- Kim and ex-husband Kanye West share four children: North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm.
This approach was meant to clear her schedule during the most demanding stretch of preparation.
Exam result: she did not pass the California bar
Kim revealed she failed the State Bar of California in early November.
She made the announcement on her social platforms and in Stories. She framed the setback as temporary and vowed to continue the effort.
She referenced her acting role as a TV attorney while noting that, in reality, she still has more work to do.
What comes next: retake plans and the target score
The next opportunity to sit for the exam will be in February 2026.
- Retake month: February 2026.
- Required score to pass: 1390.
Kardashian reiterated she plans to keep studying until she clears the threshold.
Reactions from friends, fans and family
Support poured in after she shared the news. Messages praised her commitment and resilience.
- Her sister offered public encouragement and pride.
- Fellow artists and friends sent uplifting notes.
- Longtime supporters highlighted her work ethic and urged persistence.
Comments emphasized tenacity over instant success. Many framed the result as one step in a longer process.
Her public narrative and motivation to continue
Kardashian described her journey as years in the making and said she remains fully invested.
She has documented portions of her study routine and shared both highs and lows.
Instead of stepping back after this setback, she framed the experience as added motivation to push forward.
