In the latest episode of The Kardashians, Kim Kardashian offered a rare glimpse into her thoughts on her divorce from Kanye West, tying her experience to her sister Khloé Kardashian’s past marriage to Lamar Odom. The heartfelt conversation took place during a sit-down with her mom, Kris Jenner, and Khloé, who had been discussing her recent reunion with her ex-husband. While reflecting on her own marriage, Kim acknowledged the challenges of ending a relationship when unforeseen circumstances alter a partner’s behavior, making it impossible to reconcile the person they once knew.
Khloé, who married Lamar Odom in 2009 and filed for divorce in 2013 due to his infidelity and drug addiction, shared her perspective on the situation. She admitted that the two had tied the knot “way too quickly” but emphasized that Lamar was the love of her life at the time. Khloé revealed that she and her family were unaware of his drug use until about a year into their marriage, which she described as “terrifying.” She explained that if it weren’t for his addiction, she believes they would still be together today. The couple’s divorce wasn’t finalized until 2016, following Lamar’s near-fatal overdose in 2015. Looking back, Khloé stood by her decision to marry him, saying she “picked the right person at the time.”
Kim, who finalized her divorce from Kanye West in 2022 after seven years of marriage, connected her sister’s story to her own experience. She told Khloé, “That’s the hardest part,” referring to the pain of watching someone you love change in ways you never anticipated. She shared her understanding of how devastating it is when a partner’s personality shifts due to internal struggles, making it impossible to reconcile with the person they’ve become. In a confessional, Kim elaborated, saying, “It’s tougher when you don’t want your marriage to end for personal reasons, but circumstances change that force your marriage to end.” She added that when the outcome isn’t what you envisioned, it’s especially difficult to move on.
Kim and Kanye’s marriage ended after a series of controversial events, including his public statements about slavery, abortion, and vaccines, as well as his behavior following his bipolar diagnosis. During his 2020 presidential campaign, Kanye made shocking revelations about the couple’s private life, including that they had considered aborting their first child, North, and accused Kris Jenner of trying to “lock him up.” These actions, combined with his increasingly erratic behavior, led Kim to file for divorce in 2021. In court documents, she expressed her desire to be single, stating that Kanye had shared misinformation about their family and co-parenting, causing her emotional distress. While she wished their marriage could have worked, she ultimately accepted that it was beyond repair.
Since the divorce, Kim has focused on raising their four children and building her career as a single mom. Kanye, on the other hand, has lived primarily in Italy and Japan after marrying Bianca Censori in 2022. Recently, Kim has distanced herself from her ex-husband, particularly after his antisemitic remarks on social media. A source close to the family revealed that Kim hasn’t engaged with Kanye’s latest drama, choosing instead to prioritize her well-being and avoid unnecessary stress. She has made it clear that she wants no part of the ongoing controversy surrounding her ex.
The episode highlights the resilience and introspection of both Kim and Khloé as they navigate the complexities of love, loss, and personal growth. Their candid conversation underscores the emotional toll of ending a marriage, especially when it’s due to factors beyond your control. Both women have emerged stronger, focusing on their families, careers, and individual journeys. Their stories serve as a reminder that relationships are complicated, and sometimes, walking away is the hardest but healthiest decision.
