Sophia Michaels
After spending 22 years as Hollywood’s power couple, Caitlyn and Kris Jenner parted ways, blending their families that included children from previous marriages. Caitlyn had children with Chrystie Crownover and Linda Thompson, while Kris brought her children from her marriage to Robert Kardashian Sr. When Caitlyn and Kris married, they introduced Kylie and Kendall Jenner into their blended family. Following their split, Kris found love with Corey Gamble, while Caitlyn’s romantic life has been relatively quiet.
The pair met in 1990 as Kris was finalizing her divorce from Robert. Caitlyn revealed to The Times that they swiftly fell in love, tying the knot within a year. In 2013, they separated, two years before Caitlyn publicly came out as transgender.
While Kris has moved on to a new relationship, Caitlyn’s love life has taken a backseat, but experts believe this could change in the future.
Reasons Behind Caitlyn and Kris’s Divorce
The separation of Caitlyn and Kris Jenner wasn’t solely due to Caitlyn’s transition. Caitlyn mentioned in an interview with Vanity Fair that gender played a small part, while the bulk of the issue was around how she was treated. Kris leaned on Caitlyn during challenging times early on, but as Kris’s career soared, their relationship faced difficulties. Caitlyn acknowledged her internal struggles affecting their marriage, expressing regrets about how she handled things towards the end.
Caitlyn and Kris separated at ages 64 and 58, respectively, during a period when “gray divorces” are becoming more common, according to matchmaker Susan Trombetti. She explained that longer life expectancies lead people to seek happiness, often post-empty nest realization.
Communication Breakdown Between Caitlyn and Kris
Although Caitlyn and Kris initially aimed to remain close after their split, their current relationship is almost non-existent. Caitlyn admitted on “This Morning,” that direct communication between them is rare, if it occurs at all.
She mentioned a disconnect with Kris and the Kardashian family, attributing the tension to her revealing book, “The Secrets of My Life.” Kris expressed disappointment with Caitlyn’s portrayal in the book and the strain it caused on their relationship.
Caitlyn Jenner’s Stance on Romantic Relationships
Caitlyn Jenner has expressed that she is no longer interested in pursuing romantic relationships after her divorce from Kris Jenner. While there were rumors about her and Kris’ friend Ronda Kamihira, Caitlyn clarified that they were just friends.
She mentioned that she confided in Ronda about her gender identity struggles, and Ronda has been a supportive friend. Caitlyn emphasized that she values her supportive group of friends and does not see herself entering into any new relationships in the future.
Matchmaker Susan Trombetti suggested that Caitlyn might be hesitant to seek romance due to fear of rejection but acknowledged that love could unexpectedly find its way to her in the future.
Fulfillment in Other Areas of Life
Despite not actively seeking a romantic partner, Caitlyn Jenner appears to be content in her single life. Matchmaker Susan Trombetti noted that Caitlyn has a strong support system of family and friends, which enriches her life.
Caitlyn seems to be channeling her time and energy into activities she is passionate about rather than searching for a new romantic connection. Trombetti highlighted the fulfillment Caitlyn finds in volunteering for causes she cares about and being actively involved in her community.
Emotions Towards Kris Jenner
Despite any past conflicts, Caitlyn Jenner still holds affection for Kris Jenner. Reports suggest that Caitlyn regrets not personally discussing her transition with Kris before it became public knowledge.
While the communication between Caitlyn and Kris has had its challenges, Caitlyn made efforts to mend their relationship publicly. She participated in a documentary to clarify misunderstandings about Kris and maintain a strong bond with their daughters, Kylie and Kendall Jenner.
