Kris Jenner shares emotional tribute to late mom MJ Campbell
Kris Jenner has paid a heartfelt tribute to her late mother, Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell, on what would have been her first birthday since her passing.
On Sunday, July 26, the Kardashian-Jenner matriarch shared an emotional post on Instagram to celebrate her mother’s life and legacy. The touching tribute came just 10 days after Kris announced that MJ had died at the age of 91.
The Instagram post featured a collection of cherished family photographs, many of which appeared to have been taken during MJ’s 90th birthday celebration. The first image showed the late family matriarch smiling brightly while wearing a colorful floral jacket. Other photos captured precious moments between Kris and her mother, including one of the pair sitting together at a table and another showing them sharing a warm embrace.
Kris also included a family portrait featuring several members of the Kardashian-Jenner family, including Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and other loved ones gathered together. Additional pictures highlighted MJ enjoying special family occasions, with one memorable image showing her flashing a peace sign while smiling for the camera.
Accompanying the nostalgic photo carousel, Kris wrote a simple yet emotional message: “Happy Heavenly Birthday Mommy. I love you.”
The birthday tribute follows the heartbreaking announcement Kris shared on July 16, when she revealed that her beloved mother had passed away. In her earlier message, the reality television personality reflected on the immense impact MJ had on her life and described the deep sorrow of losing her.
“There are no words that could ever capture what she has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to say goodbye,” Kris wrote while announcing her mother’s death.
She also praised her mother for the values she instilled in her family, saying MJ was the heart of their household and taught her the importance of unconditional love, kindness and cherishing every moment with loved ones.
Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell was a familiar face to fans of the Kardashian family’s reality television shows over the years. Known for her warmth, elegance and close bond with her daughters and grandchildren, she frequently appeared alongside the famous family during special occasions and celebrations.
MJ was the mother of two daughters, Kris Jenner and Karen Houghton. Karen passed away in March 2024 due to cardiac arrest and sudden cardiac arrhythmia, making MJ’s final years especially difficult following the loss of her younger daughter.
Kris has often spoken about the special relationship she shared with her mother, crediting her with shaping the strong family values that have remained central to the Kardashian-Jenner family. Her latest birthday tribute served as both a celebration of MJ’s life and a reminder of the lasting influence she continues to have on her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The emotional post was met with an outpouring of support from fans and followers, many of whom offered messages of love, prayers and remembrance while honoring the memory of Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell.