- Kourtney Kardashian faced a wave of criticism for her decision to hide her son Rocky’s face in a recent social media post.
- The reality star posted a Halloween-themed photo of her toddler with a jack-o’-lantern emoji covering his face, sparking a debate among followers.
- In a subtle move, Kardashian “hearted” a fan’s comment that defended her against online trolls, signaling her awareness and stance on the issue.
- Supporters have rushed to her defense, arguing for her right to protect her child’s privacy despite public curiosity.
Kardashian’s Stance on Privacy Sparks Online Debate
Kourtney Kardashian Barker is standing firm on her decision to keep her youngest son, Rocky, out of the social media spotlight, and she isn’t letting critics go unnoticed. The 46-year-old entrepreneur recently found herself at the center of a heated online discussion after sharing a new photo of her and Travis Barker’s 23-month-old son.
The Halloween Photo That Caused a Stir
On October 17, Kardashian posted a series of photos celebrating the Halloween season. Tucked within the carousel was a picture of young Rocky standing at the wheel of a car. However, to maintain his privacy, she placed a large jack-o’-lantern emoji over his face. This act, consistent with her approach since his birth, drew immediate criticism in the comments section.
Some users questioned her motives, with one writing, “Why cover his face when everyone knows what he looks like.” Another commenter added, “Just weird to me you would even post the picture of just him and block out his face .. just don’t post it at all . So dumb.”
A Subtle Clapback
While Kourtney didn’t write a direct response, she made her feelings clear with a simple action. After one user commented, “Still acting like we care what the kid looks like,” a fan quickly replied, “This is a sign you care btw.” Kardashian then “hearted” the fan’s supportive comment, subtly acknowledging the debate and siding with her defender.
Fans Rally in Support
The subtle acknowledgment empowered many of her followers to come to her defense. One supporter highlighted the difference between paparazzi photos and a parent’s choice, writing, “Just because paparazzi doesn’t respect the parents wishes and shows his face doesn’t mean they need to be bullied into posting him. It’s what they want.”
This decision marks a shift for the reality star, whose three older children with ex Scott Disick—Mason, 15, Penelope, 13, and Reign, 10—have often appeared on camera and social media. With Rocky, her first child with husband Travis Barker, she has chosen a more private path. The couple, who married in 2022, have a large blended family, including Barker’s children Landon, Alabama, and stepdaughter Atiana.