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Kris Jenner's image spreads in Chinese social media good luck trend

Kris Jenner's image spreads in Chinese social media good luck trend

Hundreds of thousands of posts have been shared in the past three days as users hope for prosperity

March 30, 2026 at 12:59 PM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"because Kris Jenner is one of the hardest working businesswomen in the US, and Chinese people really respect hard work"

— Marcelo Wang , Influencer

"you're ALL doing amazing, sweetie!!!!"

— Kris Jenner , Celebrity

"¡¡Lo estáis haciendo genial, cariño!!"

— Kris Jenner , Celebrity

"Esta moda ha alcanzado una dimensión sin precedentes."

— Marcelo Wang , Influencer

"You're ALL doing amazing, sweetie."

— Kris Jenner , Celebrity

"you're ALL doing amazing, sweetie!!!!"

— Kris Jenner , Celebrity

"You’re ALL doing amazing, sweetie!!!!"

— Kris Jenner , Celebrity

"Cosplaying Kris Jenner is like a Gen Z funny way to manifest success."

— Marcelo Wang , Influencer

"By redefining their image, people redefine their value and presence. Replacing their photos with generational icons, often idealized images of women, brings power and confidence through the attention these images attract."

— Pan Wang , Academic

All Coverage

Kris Jenner's image spreads in Chinese social media good luck trend
BBC Newsvia rss 2 quotes 2 persons

Hundreds of thousands of posts have been shared in the past three days as users hope for prosperity

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Kris Jenner Goes Viral as China's 'Mother of the Emperor': The Symbol of Goodluck and Fortune Sweeping Gen Z
International Business Times UKvia ai 1 quote 1 person

Kris Jenner has gone viral on Chinese social media, with thousands of users adopting the reality star's image as a symbol of success and fortune. The Kardashian matriarch has been nicknamed 'Tian Hou', meaning 'Mother of the Emperor', by Chinese Gen Z, who are using her likeness in a wave of memes, profile pictures, and wallpapers.

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How Kris Jenner became a symbol of luck in China: The viral meme explained
Holavia ai

An unexpected internet phenomenon has emerged across Chinese social media, with Kris Jenner becoming a symbol of luck, wealth, and manifestation. What began as a simple reaction image has evolved into a widespread meme culture, blending humor, aspiration, and digital superstition.

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Why are millions in China using Kris Jenner as their profile picture? The viral ‘manifestation’ trend sparks debate over ambition, identity and digital belief
India Timesvia ai

Millions in China are adopting Kris Jenner’s image as a profile picture in a viral trend linked to career success and confidence. This trend has sparked debate over ambition, identity, and digital belief, as users believe that adopting her likeness helps them attract career opportunities, boost confidence, and even secure financial gains.

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NDTVvia ai

Kris Jenner has become a symbol of wealth and ambition on Chinese social media platforms, with users editing her photos and using them as wallpapers to manifest success.

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Why the hottest person in China right now is … Kris Jenner
The New Dailyvia ai 2 quotes 2 persons

Kris Jenner has become an unlikely star in China, with users on platforms like Weibo and RedNote changing their profile pictures to her image as a symbol of good fortune.

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Why Kris Jenner Profile Picture Trend Is Going Viral on Chinese Social Media
BreezyScrollvia ai

Chinese social media users are adopting Kris Jenner's image as a symbol of success and prosperity, editing her into various professions to manifest their goals.

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Thousands of Social Media Users Swap Their Profile Pictures for Kris Jenner for ‘Bizarre’ Reason
Roya Newsvia ai 1 quote 1 person

Thousands of Chinese social media users are changing their profile pictures to feature Kris Jenner, the mother of the Kardashian family, in hopes of bringing luck and success.

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Kris Jenner, la nueva diosa Fortuna: ¿por qué miles de usuarios chinos están poniendo su cara como foto de perfil?
El Paísvia ai 2 quotes 2 persons

Miles de jóvenes chinos de la Generación Z han convertido a Kris Jenner en un símbolo de buena suerte en redes sociales como Red Note y Douyin, usando su rostro como foto de perfil o fondo de pantalla en sus dispositivos, creyendo que les traerá éxito en exámenes, trabajo o dinero.

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Why is Chinese social media using Kris Jenner's image?
NewsBytesAppvia ai 1 quote 1 person

Chinese social media users are currently sharing images of American reality TV star Kris Jenner as part of a trend to wish others luck and fortune. The trend has reportedly taken off on platforms like Weibo and RedNote, with hundreds of thousands of posts being shared in the past three days. Users are humorously hoping for good luck by changing their profile pictures to Jenner's image.

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How Kris Jenner became China’s lucky charm: Why Chinese netizens are changing their profile pictures to the Kardashian matriarch
The Times of Indiavia ai

Chinese netizens are replacing their profile pictures with images of Kris Jenner, viewing it as a digital prayer for success, money, and a better lifestyle.

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