Here’s How Much Kat Von D Got Paid For LA Ink
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images By Joey Keogh/Oct. 5, 2020 1:53 pm EST
Tattoo-based reality shows are everywhere, but back in the day Kat Von D’s LA Ink pretty much ruled the roost. The artist, musician, and founder of KVD Vegan Beauty actually started out on another show, Miami Ink, but her fame skyrocketed once she was the focus. As People reported at the time, LA Ink was canceled in 2011 after four successful seasons on TLC, with both sides claiming the choice had been made by them. A statement from TLC advised the network had “decided” the fourth season would be the last, however Von D argued that wasn’t the case.
“In an effort to capitalize on my recent breakup, the network has decided to focus their energy on re-editing events that didn’t happen while filming,” she revealed, referencing her public split from Jesse James. The legendary tattoo artist noted, “I have no regrets and am very proud of the original footage. In my opinion, any attempt to compromise the honesty of that would be an insult to my fans and viewers.” Even though she was unhappy with how things ended, there’s no doubting LA Ink upped Von D’s profile considerably, as well as netting her some serious dough.
Here’s How Much Kat Von D Got Paid For LA Ink
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By Joey Keogh/Oct. 5, 2020 1:53 pm EST
Tattoo-based reality shows are everywhere, but back in the day Kat Von D’s LA Ink pretty much ruled the roost. The artist, musician, and founder of KVD Vegan Beauty actually started out on another show, Miami Ink, but her fame skyrocketed once she was the focus. As People reported at the time, LA Ink was canceled in 2011 after four successful seasons on TLC, with both sides claiming the choice had been made by them. A statement from TLC advised the network had “decided” the fourth season would be the last, however Von D argued that wasn’t the case.
“In an effort to capitalize on my recent breakup, the network has decided to focus their energy on re-editing events that didn’t happen while filming,” she revealed, referencing her public split from Jesse James. The legendary tattoo artist noted, “I have no regrets and am very proud of the original footage. In my opinion, any attempt to compromise the honesty of that would be an insult to my fans and viewers.” Even though she was unhappy with how things ended, there’s no doubting LA Ink upped Von D’s profile considerably, as well as netting her some serious dough.
“In an effort to capitalize on my recent breakup, the network has decided to focus their energy on re-editing events that didn’t happen while filming,” she revealed, referencing her public split from Jesse James. The legendary tattoo artist noted, “I have no regrets and am very proud of the original footage. In my opinion, any attempt to compromise the honesty of that would be an insult to my fans and viewers.” Even though she was unhappy with how things ended, there’s no doubting LA Ink upped Von D’s profile considerably, as well as netting her some serious dough.
LA Ink was a major moment for Kat Von D as an artist
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