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Kim Kardashian addresses posting holiday photos hours after grandma Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon's death following backlash
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Published 08:36 17 Jul 2026 GMT+1

Kim Kardashian addresses posting holiday photos hours after grandma Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon's death following backlash

Several members of the Kardashian-Jenner family have shared touching tributes following Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon's passing yesterday (16 July)

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Topics: Kim Kardashian, Celebrity, Instagram, Kris Jenner, The Kardashians

Rhiannon Ingle
Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial skills as the Lifestyle Editor of The Mancunian, the UK’s largest student newspaper. With a keen eye for storytelling, Rhiannon brings fresh perspectives to her writing, blending critical insight with an engaging style. Her work captures the intersection of entertainment and real-world experiences.

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Kim Kardashian has addressed the reason why she posted holiday photos just a matter of hours after her grandmother MJ’s death.

Kim's mum, Kris Jenner, announced the news on Instagram yesterday (16 July), sharing that MJ, real name Mary Jo Shannon, had passed away earlier that day at the age of 91.

"My heart is broken into a million pieces… thank you for giving me the greatest childhood and oh what a beautiful blessed life… I love you forever Mommy," Kris wrote in her touching social media tribute.

"Thank you for giving us everything."

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Shortly after Kris' announcement, Kim posted a series of snaps from a recent family holiday alongside the caption 'lake life'.

After receiving several comments from fans confused over her post, Kim took to the comments to clear up that the photo dump was pre-scheduled.

Kim Kardashian's grandmother, Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon, passed away yesterday (Instagram/@kimkardashian)
Kim Kardashian's grandmother, Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon, passed away yesterday (Instagram/@kimkardashian)

"This post was scheduled a few days ago before we lost MJ, so its timing came right alongside her passing," she explained.

"I've been by my mom and grandma's side this past week, and my heart is completely with my family right now. We love and miss her so deeply, and in the days ahead, we'll be focusing on celebrating her beautiful life."

She later posted a tribute to MJ, sharing a series of photos of her and her grandmother.

MJ died at the age of 91 (Instagram/@kimkardashian)
MJ died at the age of 91 (Instagram/@kimkardashian)

"My sweet Grandma MJ, my best friend, my gossip buddy, my forever twin..." Kim wrote. "You taught all of us the importance of family, and those values are something we’ll carry with us forever!!!!!

"You were the woman who showed me what it meant to be a hardworking businesswoman. You gave me my very first job at your store in San Diego and taught me lessons about work ethic, strength, and confidence that I’ve carried with me ever since."

She continued: "You always believed in me, championed me, and were my safe place. You truly were the matriarch of our family, and your love is woven into all of us.

"I know you’re at peace now. Give Papa Harry, Aunt Karen, and my dad a hug for me. You will always be a part of me, I love you soooooo much and I will miss you forever and ever. 🤍 YOU ARE THE BEST OF US!!!"

Kim concluded the heartfelt tribute, adding: "I know you are up in heaven, looking at all of our Instagram posts of you from your sneaky finsta account you would always use lol."

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