The Kardashian sisters are remembering their late father, Robert Kardashian, in the March 27th episode of The Kardashians. Kim, Kourtney, Khloê, and their cousin, Cici Bussey, attended a fundraising event for the Robert G. Kardashian Center For Esophageal Cancer at UCLA; the women recollected their memories of their father.
Robert passed away from stage 4 esophageal cancer in 2003, two months after he was diagnosed. The family patriarch doted on his children and kept a good moral foundation with them. Looking back, his daughters aren't sure if he'd approve of some of their antics, but would most likely join them on the show. Somehow, I can't imagine Robert being onscreen, as he preferred the quiet life, other than the televised OJ Simpson trial. Yet, he'd do it for his kids, if it meant that much to them.
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The center opened in 2019, providing research and treatments for patients who have been diagnosed with esophageal cancer, one of the most aggressive diseases. As part of the 5th year anniversary, as depicted on the latest episode, a fundraiser was held so that the research could continue.
Without research continuation for cancer and other diseases, there would be a significant drop in humanity. Research and the doctors behind prevent that, and with new discoveries for a better and more effective treatment plan. It's imperative to have the resources and technology, as no one should expire from illnesses.
"It feels amazing to be celebrating my dad tonight and that we have this foundation in honor of him," Khloé shares in her confessional. "My dad was always super big on charity, but [had] empathy for others. The fact that we're raising money and awareness to extend someone's life."
Khloe additionally reflected that Robert would be proud of the Center his family founded in his legacy, so that others could have a fighting chance of survival. Esophageal cancer is very deadly, but if caught early, one could have a longer life.
"I know my dad would be so proud and is so proud," the Good American founder reveals.
Kourtney, for her part, shared her thoughts on Robert and how she and her family didn't know what stage he was in until it was too late.
"We didn't know that it was stage four, but we knew that he had cancer. People would come up to me once in a while and say, 'Do you know how incredible it is that we have this [Robert G. Kardashian] Center and that it exists, and how many it's helping?' And that it's all in my dad's name. It really does mean a lot."
When asked by a producer of The Kardashians if her dad would participate in the show, Kourtney had a cheerful answer to that.
"I think he would. He would definitely be on the pranks with us," she shares.
Khloé extended the conversation by saying how much fun Robert was and "goofy."
"My dad was incredibly goofy and definitely [the] class clown."
Kim had a smile when she was remembering her dad and how involved he was with his kids. Also, he'd be questionable at some of her behaviors. It's a dad's job to do so.
"He was very playful and very fun. He'd also be pretty pissed off at a lot of things too. I'd be grounded for life already."
"I'm sure some of our antics, he probably wouldn't be too thrilled with. But also, I think if he was here, we would probably also be different at the same time," confessed Khloe. Like, maybe, not make some of the stupid choices that we've made. Who knows?"
"He would've loved it," Kim concluded.
At the fundraiser, Kim elaborated how Robert hated doctors and hospitals and would be the last person to get help. However, he'd also be very proud of the Center and saving people's lives, with Kim highlighting that her dad didn't take much pride in many things.
"There are a few things in life that my dad would be very proud of us for, and [the center] is definitely one of them. We weren't able to save his life with this new technology and with the access to these doctors, but now, we can help save people's lives."