White Dress & Private Jets: Kim Kardashian and Family Bid Heartfelt Farewell to Matriarch MJ in La Jolla

Kim Kardashian appeared somber and reserved as she joined her famous family to honor the memory of her beloved grandmother, Mary Jo "MJ" Campbell.

The Kardashian-Jenner matriarch—mother to family head Kris Jenner—passed away on July 16 at the age of 91. According to official records, the cause of death was acute cardiopulmonary failure following a monthslong battle with metastatic lung cancer.

Days after her cremation, the famous clan boarded private jets from Los Angeles to the historic La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla, California, hosting a memorial celebration on Sunday, July 26—on what would have been MJ's 92nd birthday.

The 45-year-old SKIMS founder arrived wearing a sleek white plunging dress paired with dark Balenciaga sunglasses, holding hands with her 7-year-old son, Psalm, as they walked through the venue.

Meanwhile, Kris Jenner, 70, personally oversaw hotel staff to ensure every detail of the tribute was perfect.

Kris’s younger daughters also paid their respects. Kendall and Kylie Jenner arrived alongside their respective boyfriends—actors Jacob Elordi and Timothée Chalamet—though the couples kept a low profile to avoid pap shots.

Jazz, Floral Tributes, and a Quick Return to LA

According to insiders, the memorial took place in the hotel's lounge area and lasted about three hours. Guests enjoyed a live band playing MJ's favorite jazz classics surrounded by extravagant floral arrangements. Upon leaving, each attendee received a custom memorial photo album celebrating MJ’s life.

Mary Jo Campbell was laid to rest at El Camino Memorial Park alongside her late husband, Harry Shannon (who passed away in 2003), and her daughter, Karen Houghton, who died in 2024.

The family didn't linger in La Jolla for long. Just hours after the reception wrapped up, Kim changed into a comfortable pink tracksuit and boarded her private jet with her kids to head back home to Los Angeles.