#Kimye
Celebrity couple nickname for Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, peaking in 2013-2014.
Quick Facts
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Started Dating | April 2012 |
| Engaged | October 2013 |
| Married | May 2014 |
| Divorced | 2022 |
Origin & Impact
The hashtag exploded in 2013 when Kanye proposed to Kim in an extravagant San Francisco Giants stadium event on October 21. The proposal, Kim’s pregnancy announcement, and their high-fashion transformation dominated celebrity media. Kimye became shorthand for over-the-top celebrity culture.
The couple’s influence on fashion, music, and social media was undeniable. Kanye’s Yeezus album and Kim’s Instagram presence created a power couple dynamic. Their wedding, Met Gala appearances, and daughter North West’s birth generated millions of social media posts. The hashtag declined after their 2022 divorce but remains tied to 2010s celebrity culture.