“Behind the glamour of the Kardashian-Jenner empire lies a web of complex relationships, where the lines between family and business are constantly blurred. For Khloé Kardashian, navigating this delicate balance was particularly challenging, especially when it came to her momager extraordinaire, Kris Jenner. In a candid confession, Khloé has opened up about the struggles she faced in distinguishing between Kris’s dual roles as her mother and manager during the early years of their reality TV reign. As the middle Kardashian sister reflects on the difficulties of reconciling her personal and professional relationships with her mom, we’re given a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the Kardashian-Jenner machine. Get ready for a candid conversation that’s sure to resonate with anyone who’s ever struggled to separate family ties from business obligations. In this exclusive, Khloé Kardashian bares all about the challenges of growing up under the watchful eye of ‘Momager’ Kris Jenner.”
Challenges of Balancing Roles
Khloé Kardashian is admitting that she didn’t always love having her mom as her manager. On this week’s episode of Khloé in Wonder Land, the Good American co-founder, 40, had her mom Kris Jenner, 69, on, and the two spoke about how their relationship has shifted in the many years their family has been in the public eye.
As Jenner shares that she never could have predicted having her grandkids on their TV show, The Kardashians, Khloé notes that even their working relationship is now different. “I guess I could also never have imagined it to even include another generation, which is so amazing. Now my grandchildren get to shoot with us, or film with us,” Jenner says. “Or even if they don’t want to film — be in the room. It’s the kind of thing where we can all work together.”
“I also think our dynamic at the beginning, it was challenging — I know more so for Kourt and I for you to be our manager at first. Because we were like, ‘What are you talking about? You’re not going to boss us around. We don’t even want to do this!’ ” Khloé remembers.
Defensiveness and Misunderstandings
Jenner nods her head, saying that she remembers telling Khloé and sister Kourtney Kardashian that they were going to do the show. Khloé says it just “sort of happened” and that they were told it’s only going to be one season, so to just do it.
“But then when you were like our manager and telling us what to do and where to go, it was hard for us to differentiate ‘mom’ and then a manager. It was hard for, I would say, the first few years,” Khloé candidly admits.
Jenner’s Perspective on Navigating the Transition
“To get the rhythm,” adds Jenner. “To be like, okay, she’s ordering me around or telling me to do this, but not as my mom. Because we would be defensive or like, ‘What are you doing?’ It was, I think, Kim and you always had a very easy rapport and respect. And I had respect for you as my mom, but I was like, ‘You are not my boss,’ ” says Khloé.
Analysis of the Challenges and How They Were Overcome
Khloé notes that sometimes when she’d try to talk to her mom about manager stuff, Jenner would get defensive — and other times, Jenner would want to talk about work at the dinner table, which Khloé did not want.
“We definitely had to figure it out,” affirms Jenner. “The transition of that was definitely…” “And when to turn it off,” adds Khloé. “That was always hard for me.”
Evolution of Their Relationship
Khloé notes that having children changed their dynamic. “I think our relationship really became very seamless once I had kids. And it was always a great relationship, but the management/mom role was always very hard for me.”
How Having Children Changed Their Dynamic
“I also think it was easier for me to not take it so personally because I had my own children and I understood what it meant to be a mom and a manager. So, it was easier for me to separate the two,” says Khloé.
Smooth Transition to a Seamless Working Relationship
Khloé notes that her relationship with Jenner has become more harmonious over the years. “I think we both understand each other better now, and we know how to communicate better. We know how to respect each other’s roles and boundaries.”
Practical Aspects of Their Relationship and How They Prioritize Each Other’s Roles
“We definitely make an effort to prioritize each other’s roles and not step on each other’s toes. We communicate openly and honestly, and we’re always willing to listen to each other and work together to find a solution that works for both of us,” says Khloé.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Khloé Kardashian’s recent admission that it was “hard” to differentiate between her mom, Kris Jenner, as a parent and a manager in the early years of her career serves as a poignant reminder of the blurred lines that often exist between family and business. As the matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, Kris has long been known for her shrewd business acumen and ability to leverage her family’s fame for commercial gain. However, her role as a mother has often taken a backseat to her role as a manager, leading to a complex dynamic that can be difficult for family members to navigate.
The significance of this topic lies in its ability to shed light on the often-messy reality of celebrity families, where business and family are inextricably linked. As the Kardashian-Jenner family continues to grow and evolve, it will be interesting to see how they navigate the challenges that come with being a high-profile family. Will they continue to prioritize their business interests above their family dynamics, or will they find a way to strike a healthier balance? Only time will tell, but for now, Khloé’s candid admission serves as a reminder that even the most seemingly perfect families can be complex and multifaceted.
As we look to the future, it will be crucial for the Kardashian-Jenner family to prioritize their well-being and relationships above their business interests. By doing so, they can avoid the pitfalls of fame and focus on building strong, lasting bonds with one another. As Khloé so eloquently put it, “family is everything,” and it’s time for the Kardashians to put their relationships first and foremost.