Kim Kardashian explains timing of lake post after MJ's death

Kim Kardashian clarified why a family vacation post appeared on Instagram shortly after news broke that her grandmother, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, had died, saying the upload had been scheduled days earlier.

Kardashian responds to fans' criticism

The Skims founder, 45, shared a carousel of photos on Instagram on Thursday, July 16, showing her family enjoying a lakeside getaway.

Captioning the p`ost simply, "Lake life," Kardashian published the images around the same time her mother, Kris Jenner, announced that MJ had died at the age of 91.

The timing prompted some followers to question the post, with one writing, "Didn't your grandmama just pass? This couldn't wait to the weekend," while another commented, "I'm so confused."

Others defended Kardashian, suggesting the upload had likely been scheduled before the family's loss.

'This post was scheduled'

Addressing the confusion in the comments section, Kardashian confirmed the post had been planned in advance.

"This post was scheduled a few days ago before we lost MJ, so its timing came right alongside her passing," she wrote.

"I've been by my mom and grandma's side this past week, and my heart is completely with my family right now. We love and miss her so deeply, and in the days ahead, we'll be focusing on celebrating her beautiful life."

Kardashian shares emotional tribute

About an hour after the vacation photos appeared, Kardashian posted a heartfelt tribute to her late grandmother.

"My sweet Grandma MJ, my best friend, my gossip buddy, my forever twin... You taught all of us the importance of family, and those values are something we'll carry with us forever," she wrote.

Kardashian also credited MJ with inspiring her work ethic, revealing her grandmother gave her her first job at a store in San Diego.

"You always believed in me, championed me, and were my safe place. You truly were the matriarch of our family, and your love is woven into all of us," she continued.

"I know you're at peace now. Give Papa Harry, Aunt Karen, and my dad a hug for me. You will always be a part of me. I love you soooooo much and I will miss you forever and ever. You are the best of us."

Kris Jenner announced MJ Shannon's death earlier on Thursday, describing her mother as the beloved matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner family.