Kim Kardashian has publicly advocated for the release of Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were convicted of murdering their parents in 1989. In a personal essay for NBC News, Kardashian argued that the brothers were unfairly judged by prosecutors and the media, and believes their life sentences should be reconsidered. She highlighted the trauma they endured as children, noting that the resources for male abuse victims were limited at the time of their trial. Kardashian met with the brothers in a California prison while discussing prison reform and continues to push for justice in their case.

Kim Kardashian in New York City on Sept. 9.

Renewed interest in the Menendez brothers has surfaced due to Netflix’s biopic series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”, which Erik Menendez has criticized for its dramatized portrayal. The Los Angeles County district attorney’s office is currently reviewing the case to determine if the brothers should be resentenced.

Kardashian, known for her work in criminal justice reform, previously lobbied for the release of Alice Marie Johnson and continues to use her platform to advocate for justice reform, including pursuing a law degree herself.