- Kim Kardashian poses with Tesla’s Optimus robot for a Balenciaga campaign, sparking online buzz.
- Rumors claimed Elon Musk paid Kardashian for the photoshoot, but her representative denied it.
- The campaign blends technology and fashion, showcasing the Tesla Optimus robot in a futuristic light.
Kim Kardashian recently turned heads with a photoshoot featuring Tesla’s $30,000 Optimus robot, part of her Balenciaga campaign. The shoot, which included sultry images of Kardashian interacting with the humanoid robot, went viral. However, rumors surfaced that Tesla CEO Elon Musk had paid her for the campaign, which Kardashian’s representative quickly denied.
In the photos, Kardashian is seen in casual Balenciaga attire, posing with the robot, while a video on X (formerly Twitter) showed her teaching the robot to form a heart. The collaboration, which merges fashion and cutting-edge technology, sparked debate online, with fans reacting to the mix of pop culture and robotics.
The Optimus robot, launched by Musk in 2021, is seen as a key piece in Tesla’s future vision for robotics. Kardashian’s involvement highlights how technology and celebrity endorsements are increasingly intertwining in modern advertising.
meet my new friend 🦾🤖 @Tesla pic.twitter.com/C34OvPA2dY
— Kim Kardashian (@KimKardashian) November 18, 2024
Optimus is here to take mw for a ride in the Cybercab pic.twitter.com/gxOSbsY3vv
— Kim Kardashian (@KimKardashian) November 19, 2024
