She became a billionaire by exploiting other people, plain and simple. Just like nearly every other exploitative billionaire.

And it’s ironic that the obscenely wealthy people who plan and curate this event are clutching their pearls at the thought that having a Kardashian associated might cheapen it. At a time when many Americans are struggling to eat or house themseves despite having multiple jobs, the very existence of a fashion ball with a 5-figure ticket and million dollar gowns is just as tacky and tasteless as any publicity stunt a Kardashian could come up with.