Kim Kardashian says a chance encounter with Hollywood actor Wesley Snipes nearly changed the trajectory of her life, long before fame, cameras, or reality TV.
On an episode of her sister Khloé in Wonderland podcast, the 45-year-old shared an almost cinematic story about a 17-year-old version of herself, alone in New York City after a night of clubbing and a house party gone awry. With no phone, no money and only an address scribbled on her hand, Kardashian found herself stranded in the early morning hours, scared and unsure how to get home.
That’s when she bumped into Wesley Snipes, now 63. According to Kardashian, she asked him politely, “Hi, sir… do you think you can give me a ride home?” He agreed, but only if they stopped for breakfast first.
Over eggs and pancakes, the Blade star transitioned from Good Samaritan to unexpected mentor. “I don’t know how old you are, but you’re too young to be out this late,” he told her. “You shouldn’t be out at the clubs… I’m going to take you home, and I never want to see you out at these things until you’re old enough.”
Kardashian said the encounter scared her into rethinking her nightlife choices. She has never seen Snipes since, yet still calls him a pivotal moment in her youth. “Wesley Snipes saved my life… he schooled the s**t out of me,” she said, smiling. “Shout-out to Wesley Snipes… I hope this message gets to you that you are a lifesaver!”
