Kim Kardashian Reveals She Was Diagnosed with a Brain Aneurysm, Blames Stress from Her Divorce from Kanye West
Kim Kardashian is opening up about one of the most frightening experiences of her life — and the emotional toll that came with it. During the season 7 premiere of The Kardashians, the reality star and entrepreneur revealed that she was recently diagnosed with a brain aneurysm, a discovery that left her shaken and reflecting deeply on the years of stress she endured following her public and painful divorce from Kanye “Ye” West.
In the episode, Kim shared that she had been experiencing severe headaches and dizzy spells for weeks before deciding to see her doctor. What she assumed was exhaustion from her nonstop work schedule turned out to be something far more serious. “I thought I was just tired,” Kim said on camera. “I didn’t realize my body was trying to tell me something was really wrong.”
After undergoing an MRI, Kim’s doctors told her she had a small brain aneurysm. “When they told me, I couldn’t even process it,” she admitted. “It felt like the world stopped for a moment.” Fortunately, the aneurysm was discovered early enough to be treated before it ruptured — a rare and potentially life-threatening event.
While Kim has always been open about balancing her intense workload and motherhood, she admitted that years of emotional strain had taken their toll. “I think the stress just built up over time,” she said, visibly emotional. “The divorce, the public fights, trying to protect my kids — I carried all of that inside. My body finally said enough.”
Her marriage to Kanye West ended in 2022 after months of public scrutiny, emotional upheaval, and headlines that often blurred the line between celebrity gossip and deeply personal pain. The aftermath included tense co-parenting moments and an almost constant spotlight on her private life. “When you’re trying to stay strong for everyone else, you forget you need to be strong for yourself too,” Kim reflected.
Sources close to the star told People that the diagnosis has prompted Kim to slow down for the first time in years. “She’s been prioritizing her health and her peace,” one insider shared. “It was a wake-up call. She realized she can’t keep running on empty.”
In the episode, Kim also described her recovery process — a mix of medical care, rest, and emotional healing. She credited her family for rallying around her, especially her mother, Kris Jenner, and her sisters, who encouraged her to take time off from filming and business projects. “They told me I needed to stop pretending I was okay all the time,” Kim said softly. “I didn’t realize how much I was pushing myself until I couldn’t anymore.”
Fans immediately flooded social media with messages of support, praising Kim for her vulnerability and strength. Many shared their own stories of stress-induced health scares, creating a wave of empathy across platforms. “It’s not about fame or money — it’s about being human,” one fan wrote.
Kim’s revelation also serves as a reminder of the unseen toll that constant public scrutiny can have, even on those who appear to have it all. Her honesty about mental and physical health challenges has often resonated with viewers, but this time, it feels especially raw. “I’m grateful I caught it in time,” she said toward the end of the episode. “It changed how I see everything — what matters, what doesn’t, and who I want to be moving forward.”
In the weeks since filming, Kim has reportedly continued medical checkups and embraced a more balanced lifestyle. She’s spending more time with her children, focusing on her law studies, and stepping away from certain projects to focus on recovery. “I’ve learned that peace is the most expensive thing in the world,” she added. “And I’m willing to do anything to protect it.”
