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A viral quote from Kim Kardashian inquiring about Michael B. Jordan’s relationship status went viral after the 39-year-old Sinners star took home the Academy Award for Best Actor. The quote, however, is not real.
In the aftermath of Michael B. Jordan’s Best Actor win at the 98th Oscars over the weekend, an alleged quote from influencer and model Kim Kardashian began circulating on social media, which saw the 45-year-old ask if MBJ was single “for a friend.” The original viral post was shared by Hoops Crave, who since deleted it.
The Kim Kardashian quote about asking if Michael B. Jordan is single after his Academy Award win that’s circulating on social media is fake
“He deserves it. And is he single? Asking for a friend,” the fake quote read.
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Kim Kardashian might just be sh-00-ting her shot — and fans are noticing EVERYTHING.At the Oscars, Kim was spotted looking extra happy for Michael B. Jordan after his big win ❤️. Reports say she gave him a very sweet look and even allegedly asked if he’s… pic.twitter.com/QJD1TKpUbo
— Esegbona Luis (@esegbona_luis) March 17, 2026
Kim Kardashian wants to know if Michael B. Jordan is single.
While the beautiful Kim Kardashian appeared at the Oscars, she seemed very happy for the charming Michael B. Jordan after he won his first Oscar award for his role in Sinners.
But why does she suddenly want Michael B. pic.twitter.com/Kb1YabWQAS
— Melvinmoregrace (@melvin_media1) March 18, 2026
Kim Kardashian on Michael B. Jordan winning the Oscars:“He deserves it. And is he single? Asking for a friend.
Is she really shooting a shot?? pic.twitter.com/kriJCWXRwa
— WIZKID MEDIA (@Wizkidmedia1) March 16, 2026
In addition to Jordan taking home the Oscar for Best Actor, Sinners won another four awards at the Oscars, including Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, and Best Original Score. Its 16 total nominations were also the most nominations in the history of the award show.
Following his Best Actor win, MBJ will next have a voice role in Netflix film Swapped, will star in and direct a remake of The Thomas Crown Affair, and a remake of Miami Vice from Top Gun: Maverick and F1 director Joseph Kosinski alongside Austin Butler.