Kylie Jenner is an American media personality, entrepreneur, and model who rose to global fame through reality television and later became a billion-dollar beauty mogul. As the youngest member of the Kardashian-Jenner family, Kylie has used her massive social media presence and business instincts to build one of the most recognizable brands in the world: Kylie Cosmetics.
Early Life and Family
Kylie Kristen Jenner was born on August 10, 1997, in Los Angeles, California, to Caitlyn Jenner (formerly Bruce Jenner), an Olympic gold medalist, and Kris Jenner, a television personality and businesswoman. She is the youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan and has one older sister, Kendall Jenner, along with several half-siblings including Kim, Khloé, and Kourtney Kardashian.
Kylie grew up in the spotlight, attending Sierra Canyon School before switching to homeschooling. She graduated in 2015.
Rise to Fame: Keeping Up with the Kardashians
Kylie made her television debut in 2007 at just 10 years old on the hit reality show “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.” The show chronicled the lives of her high-profile family and became a pop culture phenomenon. Over the years, Kylie evolved from a background figure into a central personality with her own following.
Kylie Cosmetics and Business Empire
In 2015, Kylie launched Kylie Lip Kits, a line of liquid lipsticks and lip liners. The initial launch sold out in minutes, driven largely by her massive following on Instagram and Snapchat. She later rebranded the company as Kylie Cosmetics and expanded into a full line of makeup products.
In 2019, she sold a 51% stake of her cosmetics company to Coty Inc. for $600 million, valuing the business at $1.2 billion. Although the accuracy of her billionaire status has been debated, Forbes listed her as the youngest self-made billionaire in 2019.
Other ventures include:
- Kylie Skin (skincare brand)
- Collaborations with sisters (e.g., Kylie x Kim, Kylie x Khloé collections)
- Fragrance and fashion lines under the Kardashian-Jenner umbrella
Social Media Power
With over 400 million followers on Instagram, Kylie is among the most-followed people in the world. She is known for setting trends in fashion, beauty, and pop culture, and her posts often influence global buying behavior.
Her social media has also been used to market her brands directly, giving her full control over how and when to engage with her audience—a key factor in her success.
Personal Life
Kylie Jenner’s personal life is frequently covered in the media. Some highlights include:
- Relationship with rapper Travis Scott, with whom she has two children: Stormi Webster (born 2018) and Aire Webster (born 2022).
- Previously linked with rapper Tyga.
- Known for her dramatic beauty transformation, including lip fillers which she openly discussed after initial denial.
Despite growing up under constant public attention, Kylie often speaks about her desire for privacy and balance in her role as a mother.
Cultural Influence and Criticism
Kylie Jenner has been praised for her entrepreneurial achievements at a young age and for reshaping the influencer marketing industry. However, she has also faced criticism for:
- Cultural appropriation in fashion and hairstyles
- Accusations of excessive wealth flaunting
- Controversies around the “self-made” label, given her privileged background
Still, her influence is undeniable: Kylie helped usher in the age of celebrity-driven beauty brands, a trend now followed by many other stars.
Awards and Recognition
- Forbes 30 Under 30
- Named one of Time magazine’s Most Influential Teens
- Multiple Teen Choice Awards with her family
Conclusion
Kylie Jenner is a product of the social media age—famous not just for who she is, but for how she built a personal brand from reality TV star to beauty mogul. Whether you admire her empire or critique her privilege, Kylie has left a permanent mark on beauty, marketing, and pop culture. With her mix of fame, business savvy, and digital influence, she continues to be a powerful force in shaping what’s next in celebrity culture.
