[s2e7] — What's More American Than Marilyn Monroe?
The episode's title and theme lean into the idea of Marilyn Monroe as a profound cultural symbol of "Americanness" and commodification. Kim's desire to wear the dress is framed as a tribute to an American icon, though the decision later sparked significant public debate regarding the preservation of historic garments. Information Series The Kardashians Season & Episode Season 2, Episode 7 Air Date November 3, 2022 Rating Runtime Approximately 46 minutes
The episode is the seventh episode of Season 2 of the reality series The Kardashians , which originally aired on November 3, 2022. The title refers to a quote by Kim Kardashian as she plans her appearance for the 2022 Met Gala. Episode Overview [S2E7] What's More American Than Marilyn Monroe?
: Kim initially considered skipping the Met Gala but found inspiration in Monroe's historic dress, currently owned by Ripley's Believe It or Not! . She faces significant hurdles when she discovers the dress does not fit her, leading to a strict diet and exercise regimen to lose enough weight to wear it for the red carpet. The episode's title and theme lean into the
Kris Jenner enlists to help cheer up Khloé Kardashian. The title refers to a quote by Kim
: Kourtney Kardashian continues planning her upcoming wedding to Travis Barker in Italy.
