Keeping Up With The Kardashians OVER after 14 years: Kim shocks fans by announcing family has made 'difficult decision' to end reality show
• Kim Kardashian broke the news to fans in a lengthy Instagram statement on Tuesday
• The E! reality show first premiered in 2007, originated with Ryan Seacrest, who served as an executive producer
• In April this year, it was claimed the show had its lowing viewing figures which had sunk to under 900k
• At its peak, 10.5 million viewers tuned in to watch Kim's ill-fated wedding to Kris Humphries in 2011
• The series will return for season 19 on Thursday, Sept. 17 followed by one last season in 2021
By GEORGE STARK FOR DAILYMAIL.COM

PUBLISHED: 22:43, 8 September 2020 | UPDATED: 23:34, 8 September 2020

Kim Kardashian has announced that her family's iconic reality show is over after 14 years on air.

In an Instagram message posted on Tuesday, Kim, 39, wrote: 'To our amazing fans - It is with heavy hearts that we've made the difficult decision as a family to say goodbye to Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

'After what will be 14 years, 20 seasons, hundreds of episodes and numerous spin-off shows, we are beyond grateful to all of you who've watched us for all of these years – through the good times, the bad times, the happiness, the tears, and the many relationships and children.


Shock announcement: Kim Kardashian revealed her family has made the 'difficult decision' to end Keeping Up With The Kardashians

'We'll forever cherish the wonderful memories and countless people we've met along the way. Thank you to the thousands of individuals and businesses that have been a part of this experience,' she wrote.

Kim added: 'Most importantly, a very special thank you to Ryan Seacrest for believing in us, E! for being our partner, and our production team at Bunim/Murray, who've spent countless hours documenting our lives.

'Our last season will air early next year in 2021. Without Keeping Up with The Kardashians, I wouldn't be where I am today. I am so incredibly grateful to everyone who has watched and supported me and my family these past 14 incredible years.'

'This show made us who we are and I will be forever in debt to everyone who played a role in shaping our careers and changing our lives forever. With Love and Gratitude, Kim.'


Where it all began: Above is a picture of the first viewing party for Keeping Up with the Kardashians way back in 2007 ahead of it airing on E! for the first time


Family statement: After Kim Kardashian posted, her family members quickly followed suit with a similar statement signed from the whole gang

The E! networks added in a statement, 'E! has been the home and extended family to the Kardashian-Jenners for what will be 14 years, featuring the lives of this empowering family.'

'Along with all of you, we have enjoyed following the intimate moments the family so bravely shared by letting us into their daily lives.'

'While it has been an absolute privilege and we will miss them wholeheartedly, we respect the family's decision to live their lives without our cameras. It is not our final goodbye yet, we are excited to have the new season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians launching on September 17 with the final season airing in 2021.


Poor turn out: In April this year, it was reported that viewership had sunk to 871,000 viewers, making that episode the 4th lowest rated episode ever

The statement concluded: 'We thank the entire extended family and our production partners, Bunim Murray and Ryan Seacrest Productions for embarking on this global phenomenon together.'

The show had an endless supply of celebrity guest stars over the years, but most notably there were appearances from Hugh Hefner, Mel B, Kobe Bryant, Lindsay Lohan, Serena Williams, and even TV legend Oprah Winfrey.

While the show has undoubtedly had an extraordinary run, its more recent series have suffered poor ratings.

In April this year, it was reported that viewership had sunk to 871,000 viewers, making that episode the 4th lowest rated episode ever.


Stars were born: The show made names out of Kendall and Kylie Jenner who are now huge celebrities in their own right, with Kendall becoming a talented super model and Kylie a make-up mogul

At its peak, KUWTK earned E! its most-watched day ever, when 10.5 million viewers tuned in to watch Kim's ill-fated wedding to Kris Humphries - the episode, Kim's Fairytale Wedding: A Kardashian Event - Part 2, aired in 2011.

However, as the viewership has dipped, the family's social media presence has only grown stronger - which could explain why fans are flocking to their Instagram Stories to get their fix, instead of the television show.

There have been 12 spin-off series on E! including, Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami, Kourtney and Kim Take New York, Kourtney and Kim Take Miami, Kourtney and Khloe Take the Hamptons, Khloe and Lamar, Sex with Brody, I Am Cait, DASH Dolls, Life of Kylie, Rob & Chyna, Revenge Body with Khloe Kardashian and Flip It Like Disick.


Breaking the news: Kim was the first person to reveal the show's demise, as she has always been the star of the series

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Is reality TV good for all parties involved? or is it that social media has taken over from the TV?

Only JESUS CHRIST is Forever.

was never a fan. but ok... noted

Omg, I'm going to miss this show, KUWTK is the only reality show i like watching

How we will ever survive without it.

Na Kendall fine pass. No cap

They have made enough money from the show they should go and rest

After scarming the scarmable

Ten years ago, this was my BBN like addiction.

Watching reàlity shows is a no no for me. I have a lot of realities of my own to grapple with

egopersonified:
Ten years ago, this was my BBN like addiction.

Wow, you ve been keeping up with her fake world for 14yrs

Virginnn:
Watching reàlity shows is a no no for me.
I have a lot of realities of my own to grapple with

Who asked?

Awww .. painful the way I love this family ehn.. thanks to this show. Been watching it since secondary school I was so addicted. Immediately I'm home for holiday or midterm, E was my channel.. there were programs like : Kendra, Playboy Mansion, one lady like that and her 2 beautiful girls (can't remember the name) but keeping up with the K was my favorite.

Will definitely miss them cos I still watch till now ohh even if they r showing old episodes lol
I love their family, through all the ups and downs, nothing can break their bond.

They are all doing well now and extremely rich( i don't know about Rob tho) with Kylie and Kim being a billionaire.. Kris is blessed jare.. a good mother which I admire alot

Litigant:
Awww .. painful the way I love this family ehn.. thanks to this show. Been watching it since secondary school I was so addicted. Immediately I'm home for holiday or midterm, E was my channel.. there were programs like : Kendra, Playboy Mansion, one lady like that and her 2 beautiful girls (can't remember the name) but keeping up with the K was my favorite.

Will definitely miss them cos I still watch till now ohh even if they r showing old episodes lol
I love their family, through all the ups and downs, nothing can break their bond.

They are all doing well now and extremely rich( i don't know about Rob tho) with Kylie and Kim being a billionaire.. Kris is blessed jare.. a good mother which I admire alot

You missed 90210

The show that brought vain glory and self adulation to the world which birthed the instagram madness of selfie

emmy512:

You missed 90210

oh yes, those doctors right? I feel like E had more interesting shows then than now. Botched is good too tho

I prefer BBN

jesmond3945:
The show that brought vain glory and self adulation to the world which birthed the instagram madness of selfie

but people are making money and career through the same Instagram. It's not that bad

It's interesting to know that Kanye West was not Kim Kardashian's first husband. Nevertheless, Kim needs to repent and trust in Jesus Christ for her to be saved.

Litigant:
but people are making money and career through the same Instagram. It's not that bad

is the vanity. Unless you subscribe to instagram oloshoism

I never watched this show

Now I wish I had

I never watched this show

Now I wish I had

Litigant:
Awww .. painful the way I love this family ehn.. thanks to this show. Been watching it since secondary school I was so addicted. Immediately I'm home for holiday or midterm, E was my channel.. there were programs like : Kendra, Playboy Mansion, one lady like that and her 2 beautiful girls (can't remember the name) but keeping up with the K was my favorite.

Will definitely miss them cos I still watch till now ohh even if they r showing old episodes lol
I love their family, through all the ups and downs, nothing can break their bond.

They are all doing well now and extremely rich( i don't know about Rob tho) with Kylie and Kim being a billionaire.. Kris is blessed jare.. a good mother which I admire alot

Kimora Lee- the lady with the 'Golden Toilet", the ex wife of Russell Simons. The show used to be "Life in the Fab Lane" later renamed to "House of Fab"
Her intro: "...and this is my fab life!"
You're welcome!

Beautiful girls, good show too.

Denique:

Kimora Lee- the lady with the 'Golden Toilet", the ex wife of Russell Simons. The show used to be "Life in the Fab Lane" later renamed to "House of Fab"
Her intro: "...and this is my fab life!"
You're welcome!

oh yassss Kimora Lee her girls are grown now

Litigant:
oh yassss Kimora Lee her girls are grown now

E! had all of my attention back then...but we grown now

Adios to them.
E-entertainment won't stop repeating their early 2000s episodes

Now they can enjoy freedom

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Only JESUS CHRIST is Forever.

Amen!

e remain BBN naija