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Rob Kardashian
Born
Robert Arthur Kardashian

(1987-03-17) March 17, 1987 (age 38)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Alma mater University of Southern California Marshall School of Business (BBA)
Occupation
  • Television personality
  • businessman
  • fashion designer
Years active 2007–present
Television Keeping Up with the Kardashians
Rob & Chyna
Children 1
Parents
Relatives Kardashian family

Robert Arthur Kardashian (born March 17, 1987) is an American television personality. He is well-known for appearing on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. This reality television series focuses on his family. He also appeared in spin-off shows. In 2011, Rob competed in the thirteenth season of ABC's Dancing with the Stars. He finished in second place in that competition. He is the youngest child and only son of Robert Kardashian and Kris Jenner.

Early Life and Family

Robert Arthur Kardashian was born on March 17, 1987, in Los Angeles, California. His parents were attorney Robert Kardashian and Kris Jenner. He has three older sisters: Kourtney, Kim, and Khloé. Rob is the fourth and youngest child in his family. His parents divorced in 1991. His mother then married Olympic athlete Caitlyn Jenner that same year.

Through this marriage, Rob gained several step-siblings. These included Burt, Brandon, Brody, and Casey. He also gained two half-sisters, Kendall and Kylie Jenner. Sadly, his father, Robert Kardashian, passed away in September 2003 due to a serious illness. Rob graduated from the University of Southern California's business school in 2009.

Career Highlights

Rob Kardashian has been involved in several interesting projects. He is known for his appearances on television and his business ventures.

Television Appearances

In 2011, Rob was a contestant on season 13 of Dancing with the Stars. He was paired with professional dancer Cheryl Burke. Rob showed great improvement throughout the season. He and Cheryl made it all the way to the finals. They finished in second place. This was a big achievement for him.

In 2012, Rob also appeared on Fox's dating game show The Choice. Later, in 2016, a reality series called Rob & Chyna premiered. This show followed Rob's relationship with model Blac Chyna. It also showed their journey as they prepared to welcome their first child. The show aired for six hour-long episodes. It also included a special episode about their daughter's birth.

Business Ventures

Beyond television, Rob has explored different business ideas. He launched his own sock line called Arthur George in 2012. He also served as one of the final judges for the Miss USA 2012 pageant. In August 2012, there was news that Rob planned to study law at the University of Southern California. However, the university later stated that he had not applied to their law school.

Personal Journey

Rob Kardashian has shared parts of his personal life with the public. He dated actress Adrienne Bailon from 2007 to 2009. Their relationship was shown on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. In 2012, he also dated singer Rita Ora.

In December 2015, Rob was hospitalized and diagnosed with diabetes. In January 2016, Rob began a relationship with model Blac Chyna. They announced their engagement in April 2016. In May 2016, they shared that they were expecting a child. Their daughter, Dream Renée Kardashian, was born on November 10, 2016. Rob was hospitalized again for diabetes in December 2016, but he left the hospital the next day.

See also

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