Kylie Jenner’s Former Assistant Victoria Villarroel Shares When She Knew It Was Time to Quit

Victoria Villarroel spent years working closely with Kylie Jenner, building a career inside one of the most famous families in the world. But in 2020, a simple moment at home made her realize it was time to step away and pursue something new.

Victoria Villarroel once worked behind the scenes as Kylie Jenner’s assistant, a role that placed her at the center of a fast-paced and highly visible world.

After years in the position, she made the decision to leave in 2020. Now, she is sharing the moment that made her realize it was time to move on.

A Close Working Relationship

Villarroel began working with Kylie Jenner in 2015. Over time, their professional relationship grew into a close personal bond. Speaking on the podcast "Better Half with Stas and Vic," which she co-hosts with Stassie Karanikolaou, Villarroel reflected on how deeply connected they became.

"This is like year five," she said during the March 18, 2026 episode. “Me and Kylie, obviously we had a working relationship. But you can't not get so close to a person that you see every single day and you know everything about and you're with them at all times, good or bad. You just become close to this person.”

Their daily proximity and shared experiences made the relationship more than just a job. It was that closeness that ultimately made her decision more complicated.

The Moment That Changed Everything

Villarroel recalled a specific moment that shifted her perspective. She and Jenner were at home when Jenner mentioned needing her laptop, which was upstairs.

“And I was like, ‘Oof, who's gonna get that?’” Villarroel said with a laugh. “'I don't want to go get your laptop.’”

The comment may have seemed small, but it marked a turning point. In that moment, both Villarroel and Jenner recognized that it might be time for a change. Rather than creating tension, the realization led to an honest understanding between them.

A Supportive Transition

Leaving a high-profile job was not an easy decision. Villarroel admitted she initially questioned whether she was making the right choice. The role came with strong benefits and unique opportunities.

Despite those uncertainties, Jenner supported her decision. According to Villarroel, Jenner encouraged her to grow and succeed beyond the assistant role.

That support helped ease the transition and reinforced the strength of their relationship, even as it shifted away from a daily working dynamic.

Career Beginnings and Growth

Before working with Kylie Jenner, Villarroel built her experience in the fashion and media world. She interned at Teen Vogue and later worked as an office manager at Kris Jenner’s Jenner Communications.

Those roles eventually led to her position with Kylie. At one point, she assisted both Kylie and Kendall Jenner, but she later acknowledged that balancing both roles became too demanding.

As Kylie began launching Kylie Cosmetics, Villarroel’s role evolved. She took on additional responsibilities and described having more of “a creative role” alongside her assistant duties.

A Natural Next Step

As her responsibilities grew, so did her awareness that she might want something different for her future. The demanding nature of the job, combined with her close personal connection to Jenner, made the decision to leave both emotional and practical.

Eventually, the timing felt right. Villarroel stepped away, while her sister Sofia took over as Kendall Jenner’s assistant.

Her decision to leave came from a quiet but clear realization that it was time to grow in a new direction. With support from Kylie Jenner, she was able to move forward on her own terms, turning a difficult choice into a positive step.