Kylie Jenner has officially become the youngest "self-made" billionaire in history at the age of 21, reigniting the debate over to what extent her family fame has contributed to her success.
Kylie credits the historic achievement to "the power of social media," adding that while she never expected the accolade, it's a "nice pat on the back."
People's reactions to the news were varied. Some congratulated Kylie, and said they were proud of her.
Congratulations Kylie Kristen !!! You deserve it ALL!!! https://t.co/clJfphMIsC
Go Kylie, go Kylie, get mon-ayyyyy 🎶 Congrats @KylieJenner I’m so proud of you 💕💕💕💕
However, others have started debating again as to whether Kylie truly is "self-made."
stop calling kylie jenner a self-made billionaire. nothing about her is “self-made” https://t.co/Pi1sFsQI5Z
Kylie Jenner being called a “self made billionaire” fuck off, going on as if she wasn’t born with a fucking diamond spoon in her mouth
When you see @Forbes calling Kylie Jenner a "self-made" billionaire
Calling Kylie Jenner a self made billionaire is problematic, to say the least, particularly because Kris Jenner made all that money