Kim Kardashian has once more confronted the persistent rumor that she inadvertently left her toddler daughter, North West, behind at a Paris hotel. Through a recent Instagram Stories update, Kardashian offered her perspective on the incident, passionately defending herself: "I wanted to show off my outfit first because her attire didn't match mine! I absolutely did not forget her!!!!"
This saga dates back to 2014 when paparazzi footage emerged, capturing Kardashian exiting the opulent Le Royal Monceau hotel in Paris, seemingly without North by her side. The video depicted Kardashian striding past hotel security and heading towards a waiting car. After peering inside and conversing with someone in her entourage, she pivoted, re-entered the hotel, and emerged shortly thereafter, cradling North affectionately on her hip.
At the time, Kardashian swiftly refuted the accusations via Twitter, quipping, "Do you seriously believe a one-year-old would be left alone in the hotel lobby? Oh, wait—she was just waiting to check out, lol."
Despite the uproar, Kardashian has consistently demonstrated her unwavering love and commitment to her children. On North's 12th birthday last month, she posted an emotional tribute online, reminiscing, "My tiny baby North turns 12 today. As we flipped through old photos together, laughter filled the room; you were once so small. Being your mom has been the most extraordinary journey. I cherish you forever, my dear bubs."
In a fascinating interview with Vogue at the prestigious 2025 Met Gala, the Kardashian star revealed that she frequently seeks fashion advice from North, saying, "She's quite the critic, but her insights are pretty spot-on. She's currently in a delightful phase where she encourages individuality. She'll say things like, 'Even if that's not my style, I won't judge. Just be yourself and wear what you love.'"
