Katie Couric has apologised for hurting Kim Kardashian's feelings after questioning her family's massive fame in a recent interview.

The 56-year-old journalist released a statement following the reality star's furious Instagram post accusing Katie of being a 'fake media friend.'

'I've met Kim before and I think she's a really sweet person,' the TV presenter told E news.

Katie added, “I was responding to a reporter’s question, and explaining how I’m intrigued by the public’s fascination with her family. I didn’t mean to hurt her feelings. The gift is genuine, and I’m happy for Kim and Kanye.”

The offending comments were made by the former Today Show anchor in an article published Wednesday.

KIM KARDASHIAN BLASTS KATIE COURIC

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  show host sent what looks to be pajamas for the little one, born in June. "Dear Kim and Kanye,   Congratulations on the birth of your baby girl!" the card read. "And may I humbly suggest you continue the K tradition."

Kardashian's outburst may have something to do with Couric's recent comments about the reality TV family. In mid-August, the host was quoted as saying she didn't understand why the Kardashians were famous