Kris Jenner Calls Caitlyn Jenner's 2015 Transition "A Big Shock"

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She says they're still "friends" and see one another at family functions.

It came as a surprise back in 2015 when Caitlyn Jenner sat down with Diane Sawyer on 20/20 and told the world that she was transitioning from male to female. The Olympics winner and sports star was married to Kris Jenner for 23 years and enjoyed a life of luxury with their blended family, so it was an international moment when this news hit pop culture airwaves.

In the years that followed, there were rumors of tension in the Kardashian-Jenner clan as it was reported that the children were having a difficult time with Caitlyn's decision, and even she has shared publicly her relationship with Khloé Kardashian has been difficult.

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The Kardashian sisters, along with their "momager" Kris Jenner, sat down with Robin Roberts of Good Morning America and spoke about the controversies that have continued to keep their names in headlines. Kris was questioned about her ex's transition and her initial reaction to the news.

"Um, we're fine. Yeah, we're friends, and I see her when she's at a family thing, so, you know, it's settled down a lot," said Jenner. "I think it was a big shock. It's a scary thing to go through because you know nothing about it. You know, it's a subject I never thought I would ever have to directly deal with, confront, be understanding about something that I didn't understand."

The interview special is currently available in its entirety on Hulu. Check out a few clips below.


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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