Jennifer Lawrence has expressed regret over a comment she made last year, describing Kourtney Kardashian as “annoying.” The Hollywood actress reflected on her words during a recent appearance on Amy Poehler‘s podcast, Good Hang, admitting surprise at her own statements. This candid admission came shortly after Lawrence was seen socializing with Kylie Jenner, Kourtney’s half-sister, at the Golden Globe Awards on January 11.
Background of the Controversial Remark
The incident that sparked this apology goes back to November when Lawrence took a lie detector test with her Don’t Look Up co-star Robert Pattinson for Vanity Fair. During the interview, the Twilight actor asked Lawrence if she still followed The Kardashians. She initially said she didn’t watch the current season but was occasionally on TikTok.
When shown a photo of Khloe Kardashian, Lawrence quickly admitted, “Yes!” was her favorite Kardashian. However, she also described Kourtney as “more annoying than ever” and said she “drives me nuts.” When Pattinson asked why, Lawrence explained her frustration, saying that everything Kourtney does requires a public announcement, which she found irritating.
Lawrence’s Specific Complaints About Kourtney Kardashian
Lawrence elaborated on her feelings, highlighting how Kourtney would make public statements about seemingly ordinary choices. For example, she said Kourtney’s declarations like
“I’m not going to wear outfits anymore”
and
“I don’t have a TV in my room”
seemed unnecessary. Lawrence urged that instead of making announcements, one should simply do as they wish quietly. “Just shhh!” she exclaimed during the conversation with Pattinson.
Lawrence’s Earlier Admiration for the Kardashians
Despite the recent critical remark, Lawrence has publicly acknowledged being a fan of the Kardashian family in the past. During her promotion of the 2017 film Mother!, she explained turning to the Kardashians’ reality show for comfort while filming the movie’s dark and intense scenes. She revealed to The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon that she played clips and kept notes inspired by the Kardashians nearby to help manage the difficult emotions during production.
Close Ties Within the Kardashian Circle
Jennifer Lawrence maintains connections within the Kardashian family beyond just being a viewer. Her friendship with Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner’s mother and the family’s matriarch, is well-known. Additionally, Lawrence has a personal connection to Kylie Jenner’s boyfriend, Timothée Chalamet, with whom she starred in Don’t Look Up. This circle of relationships partially explains her appearance at the Golden Globe Awards with Kylie Jenner, signaling an ongoing amicable relationship despite past remarks.
Lawrence’s Continued Involvement with Reality TV
In 2024, it was announced that Lawrence would star in a murder mystery inspired by the format of reality shows like The Real Housewives, produced by Apple Original Films and A24. During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, she praised The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, calling its finale the best reality TV ending she had ever seen. She said, “I was jaw dropped” and was so captivated that she “didn’t even text” throughout the episode.
Jennifer Lawrence’s candid reflections on her Kardashian-related comments showcase her complex feelings about fame, public sharing, and reality television culture. Her visit with Kylie Jenner at the Golden Globes and her forthcoming reality-show-inspired project suggest that, despite moments of frustration, she remains closely connected to the Kardashian world and the broader reality TV landscape. How Lawrence’s evolving relationship with the Kardashians will influence her personal and professional choices remains an area to watch.
