Did Kim Kardashian shade Kanye amid PDA with Pete Davidson?

Palm Springs, California - Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson continue to solidify their budding romance.

Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson were spotted holding hands days after the reality star threw him a birthday party in Palm Springs.
Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson were spotted holding hands days after the reality star threw him a birthday party in Palm Springs.  © Collage: IMAGO/UPI Photo & screenshot/instagram/kimkardashian

Following Pete's pajama birthday bash earlier this week, the comedian was spotted holding hands with his new boo.

On Thursday, the Daily Mail shared new pics of Kim and Pete holding hands while taking a stroll in Palm Springs.

Hollywood's newest couple's subtle display of affection further solidifies that the two are definitely an item.

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On Tuesday, the reality star threw a party for the Saturday Night Live alum's 28th birthday at Kris Jenner's mansion.

According to People, Kim and Pete "had a great time" together in Southern California.

"Pete is back in NYC now, but Kim had a great time with him in Palm Springs," a source told the outlet. "They were very affectionate and seem more serious. He is very sweet to Kim. She is smitten."

The insider added that the two "have plans to see each other again soon."

Yet, fans noticed that Kim might be sending a message to her former flame amid the fun flirtations.

Fans weigh on Kim and Pete's surprising romance and a possible dig

On Tuesday, Kim Kardashian (l) threw Pete Davidson (l) a birthday part at Kris Jenner's (r) Palm Springs home.
On Tuesday, Kim Kardashian (l) threw Pete Davidson (l) a birthday part at Kris Jenner's (r) Palm Springs home.  © Screenshot/instagram/flavorflavofficial

Some fans are still on the fence about the new celeb duo.

There are various reasons why people are a bit taken aback by the unusual pairing.

First, Kim is still legally married to Kanye "Ye" West.

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The estranged spouses split earlier this year. Kanye had a brief romance with supermodel Irina Shayk earlier this year, and is reportedly dating another model at the moment.

Yet recently, Ye shockingly alleged that Kim is "still his wife" and has yet to serve him divorce papers, so their status seems confusing.

Now, Kim may have further fueled the fire.

Internet sleuths pointed out that in the new pics that captured Kim and Pete's rendezvous, the reality star was sporting a pair of Yeezys – sneakers designed by Kanye.

Kim is a part-owner of her former husband's shoe company, so it could be just a coincidence that she was wearing them. Yet some fans on Twitter believe the move was subtle dig towards Ye.

Nevertheless, Pete seems to be having a positive effect on Kim, as she appears casual and carefree with her new beau.

Cover photo: Collage: IMAGO/UPI Photo & screenshot/instagram/kimkardashian

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