Guide Note
Both a businessman and lawyer, Robert Kardashian's notoriety stems from his role on the defense team for O.J. Simpson during the infamous murder trial.1 Not only was Kardashian on Simpson's legal team, but he was also good friends with Simpson.2
From 1978 to 1989, he was married to Kris Kardashian, with whom he had four children: Robert, Kim, Khloe and Kourtney. In 2003, he married Ellen Pierson.1
Kardashian died on September 30, 2003. He had been diagnosed with esophageal cancer only eight weeks prior to his death.2
Fast Facts
- Full name: Robert George Kardashian
- Born: February 22, 1944
- Died: September 30, 2003
- Birthplace: Los Angeles, California
- Cause of death: Esophageal cancer
- Diagnosed with cancer 8 weeks prior to death2
- Education: University of Southern California
- Law School: University of San Diego
- Occupation: Lawyer
- Spouses: Kris Jenner, Ellen Pierson
- Children: Robert, Kim, Khloe, Kourtney
