Heartbreak For Kim Kardashian As Friend Passes Away Following Health Battle

Kim Kardashian is grieving the heartbreaking loss of her longtime friend Lindsay May, who passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer.

As Kim Kardashian processed the loss, she was spotted on a trip to Mexico alongside two of her closest friends, Alison Slatter and Simone Harouche, which may have served as a way to honor Lindsay’s memory.

A source close to the reality star revealed that Lindsay’s passing has been especially difficult for Kim, as the two had been friends since childhood in Beverly Hills.

“It’s been really hard on Kim because she had known Lindsay since she was a child growing up in Beverly Hills,” the source shared with Daily Mail. “They are only in their forties, not their nineties, so it is difficult to process. Kim has found comfort with her circle of friends, which she calls her ‘lifers,’ and with her sisters who knew Lindsay.”

Lindsay May was a co-founder of Mayflower Entertainment, a consulting agency that specialized in connecting brands with entertainment and pop culture partners to maximize advertising impact. She was instrumental in securing deals for major brands like Gucci, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.

Lindsay’s passing has left a deep impact on her loved ones, including Simone Harouche, who shared an emotional tribute on January 5, reflecting on her grief and their cherished memories together.

"The last two months have been a blur," Simone wrote. "My world stopped on November 2nd. You took a little of me with you, but thank God I took some of you."

Simone continued her heartfelt message, reflecting on the power of friendship and community in the wake of such a devastating loss:

“A beautiful sunset took on a whole new meaning. Reminisced a lot and the ’90s were f*ing fun. Had a lot of family time. I said yes to more. I experienced what it means when people talk about the power of community (very cliché, but very true).

Felt like I was in a daze a lot of the time, but also felt grateful for every second of this life (another cliché, but also very true). You are always with me. I feel you all the time. Love, love, love, BeFri.”

Kim, moved by the tribute, responded in the comments, “I felt this so deep. I love you so much.”

Her sister, Kourtney Kardashian, also shared her sorrow, commenting, "This made me cry. I love you."

Kim has always cherished her tight-knit circle of childhood friends, frequently sharing throwback photos and memories of their decades-long bond.

In 2023, she posted flashback images of herself with Lindsay, Simone, Alison, Zoe, Sarah, and Ashley, who are the same women she grew up with in Bel Air and attended high school with. She also shared recent snapshots, proving that their friendship remained strong well into adulthood.

"Lifers Appreciation Post. Life is better when you have your lifers! Allison, Simone, Zoe, Lindsay, Sarah, Ashley," the reality television star wrote in her caption.

Allison Azoff Statter is the daughter of music executive Irving Azoff, who has worked with Christina Aguilera and Shelli Azoff, a close friend of Kris Jenner. Allison is the CEO and founder of Blended Strategy Group in Los Angeles, where she manages Cardi B. She also collaborated with Kim on a KKW Beauty collection, even appearing in promotional images.

Simone Harouche is a fashion stylist who studied at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She has worked with Miley Cyrus, Nicole Richie, and Ashley Tisdale, and played a major role in shaping Christina Aguilera’s rockstar image. Simone was also present in Paris during Kim’s traumatic 2016 robbery and was one of the first people Kim contacted for help. She is married to real estate executive Marc Bretter, with whom she shares two children.

Zoe Winkler Reinis is the daughter of actor Henry Winkler, best known for "Happy Days" and "Barry." She was a preschool teacher before co-founding This Is About Humanity, a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding separated families at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Founder and CEO of Roe Caviar, a luxury caviar brand. She is married to Aaron Michaelson. Her sister is Jennifer Meyer, the renowned jewelry designer whose pieces have been worn by Courteney Cox and Jennifer Aniston. Jennifer was also previously married to Tobey Maguire

The late Lindsay May was the co-founder of Mayflower Entertainment, known for brokering major deals for brands like Gucci.

Now, as Kim and her friends navigate this heart-wrenching loss, they continue to honor Lindsay’s life, legacy, and the deep friendships they all shared.