When we hear “Kim Kardashian,” our brain conjures up reality TV, billion-dollar beauty lines, and that time she broke the internet. But surprisingly, Kim also has a growing stack of acting credits. She doesn’t merely portray herself. We’re talking actual characters, dialogue, wardrobe changes — the whole shebang.
From sultry soap-style roles to a surprisingly compelling horror turn, here’s every time Kim K stepped off the red carpet and onto a set — ranked by recency and 100% drama.
1. American Horror Story: Delicate (2023)
Role: Siobhan Corbyn, a fierce publicist with a dark edge.
Move over Ryan Murphy muses — Kim’s in the house and she’s acting. In this season of American Horror Story, Kim portrays a ruthless Hollywood publicist who may be connected to some sinister events. With razor-sharp cheekbones and even sharper comebacks, Kim impressed more people than expected. Critics were bracing for disaster, but she actually served… menace.
2. PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021)
Role: Delores the poodle (voice).
Yes, that’s right. Kim Kardashian voiced an animated dog. But not just any dog — Delores is a high-maintenance poodle who totally understands the value of a fresh blowout. It’s a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it role, but honestly, she nailed the vocal sass. If anyone was born to play a diva in a diamond collar, it’s Kim. It’s fair to assume that Kim’s kids were probably the reason she took this job. And hey, why not, she’s a cool mom.
3. Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor (2013)
Role: Ava, a blunt-talking, glam PR boss.
In this Tyler Perry melodrama, Kim plays a character that’s basically… Kim with a little more eyeliner. Ava’s role involves providing style advice and sharp quips, a role in which Kim excels. It may not have swept the Oscars, but it did earn her a Razzie nomination — which is kind of a badge of honor in its own way. The critics were not thrilled with this role but Kim’s true fans are still quoting her lines a decade later.
4. Last Man Standing (2012)
Role: Herself (Cameo).
In this Tim Allen sitcom, Kim appeared as herself, the one role she consistently excelled at. It was a quick, playful cameo, because even the most All-American of TV dads apparently can’t resist a Kardashian moment. The entire joke was “It’s Kim Kardashian!” which, to be fair, still works.
