Harout Kalandjian of ARMENIANPULSE.com conducted an Armenian-related interview with reality TV star of KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS, Kim Kardashian.

THE INTERVIEW

ARMENIAN PULSE (AP): Hello Kim, thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to answer a few questions. First of all, how are you and what are you up to?

KIM KARDASHIAN (KK): I am great! Enjoying spending time in Miami with my sisters filming their show "Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami"!

AP: There is a ton of information about you, but one small fact remains unanswered. We are hoping you can shed some light on your Armenian background and how it has shaped your life.

KK: I am 4th generation Armenian, born and raised in Los Angeles. My great Grandparents from my fathers side came to LA from Armenia right before the Genocide. My great Grandfather was Armenian and my great Grandmother Turkish-Armenian. My mother is English, so I am half Armenian, but, I was raised with a huge Armenian influence, always hearing stories of Armenia, eating Armenian food and celebrating Armenian holidays!

AP: Armenian food is the best! What's your favorite dish?

KK: Lamajune with string cheese!

AP: That's an interesting combination I'll have to try :)

Ever since you made a name for yourself, The Armenian youth have literally been obsessed with you. In all my time on forums and blogs, your name is constantly being mentioned. At Armenian Pulse, we have received so many email requests to interview you, clearly you have an Armenian fan base out there that is really proud of your accomplishments.

KK: This makes me so happy! My father would be so proud that we talk about our Armenian heritage! My dad used to always tell us to never remove the ian from our last name like some Armenians that came to the U.S. He was so proud to be Armenian and his biggest regret was not sending us to Armenian school! I am so proud to be Armenian and so happy that I can identify with my Armenian fans!

AP: You didn't go to Armenian school, but do you speak any Armenian?

KK: Unfortunately I don't speak Armenian, I wish I did!

AP: You have no idea how much buzz was created on the fact that you mention Armenia as your location on your Twitter page.

KK: People ask all the time if I am from there and unfortunately I have never been to Armenia, but it's my dream to go there for sure!

AP: Many Armenians weren't actually born in Armenia, I was born in Beirut Lebanon for example and have never made it to Armenia either. Are there any plans in the near future to visit Armenia?

KK: I am trying to go with my "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" cameras so that we can show the world what Armenia is like! It's my dream to go to Armenia!

AP: I'm sure the Armenian Community would love to see that happen! We recently saw a youtube video made by Perez Hilton and it was titled "Little Armenia: In Search Of Kim Kardashian" It was a hilarious video where Perez Hilton had a mission of getting an interview with you, how did you feel when they surprised you at one of your signing events?

KK: I thought it was hilarious! It was like Borat style! I totally have a sense of humor and laughed so hard at that video when I saw it!

AP: There was a segment in your hit reality T.V. series "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" where your mom was leading a very famous Armenian dance called the "Sourj Bar" at your sister Khloe's wedding. How much, if any has your Armenian side shaped who you are?

KK: That dance was so hilarious! I was hoping I did it correctly! Thinking about it, growing up with a strong Armenian influence has really shaped who I am!

AP: Obviously your look is very important to your career as a model, spokesperson and pop culture icon. You definitely have the Armenian look, the big dark eyes, long black hair and great figure. How proud are you of your looks which can be attributed to not only your parents but that Armenian gene?

KK: It's so funny because everyone assumes I have had plastic surgery to get the body I have but I always say, have u seen Armenian women before?! LOL I love the exotic look of Armenian women and am proud to be Armenian!

AP: It's great you are so proud of your heritage. Armenians are well known for being great in business, Your father was no different, We all know that Robert Kardashian was a very successful and respected businessman/lawyer and that gene has passed on to you, You are literally involved in every aspect of entertainment and fashion, how and when do you find the time and energy for everything you are involved in?

KK: I am a true business woman at heart! I'm a workaholic and I am so passionate about every project I am working on! I love diving into different projects weather it's my perfume, tv show, shoe company or fitness projects I'm working on! I make the time!

AP: Well, you're certainly doing the right things. Growing up, what's the best advice your father has given you concerning keeping your Armenian heritage alive?

KK: My father always taught us to never forget where we came from. We grew up learning so much about our Armenian ancestors that we will teach what we have learned to our kids one day!

AP: We know you have to go, we want to thank you very much for giving us your time and a bit of your history. I'm sure once this interview gets featured, Your Armenian fan base will have learned a bit more about your Armenian background.

KK: Thank you so much for taking the time to talk with me!

AP: You're welcome Kim, Before we go, I would like to mention your newest venture, Your new fragrance branded after your name "KIM KARDASHIAN" just hit the market, What can women expect out of your new line of fragrance?

KK: It's a very voluptuous scent, very sexy and sweet!