‘I Tried to Protect Him’: Khloe Kardashian shares painful truth about ex-husband

Reality TV star Khloe Kardashian has opened up about one of the most difficult chapters of her life, revealing new details about ex-husband Lamar Odom and his near fatal overdose, while admitting she unknowingly enabled his addiction in an effort to protect his image.

Speaking in the Netflix documentary Untold: The Death & Life Of Lamar Odom, Kardashian reflected on the emotional toll of standing by Lamar Odom during his battle with substance abuse.

The television personality shared that she often felt responsible for shielding his struggles from the public, believing it was necessary to preserve both his career and reputation.

According to Khloe Kardashian, there were multiple occasions where Lamar Odom would disappear for hours or even days, only to be found in troubling situations.

She described searching for him in motels and other locations, while also dealing with the aftermath of his addiction behind closed doors.

In hindsight, she admitted that her efforts to “Hold everything together” ultimately contributed to enabling his behavior.

The couple’s whirlwind romance began in 2009, with the pair marrying just weeks after meeting.

However, their relationship soon faced challenges, including reports of infidelity and Lamar Odom’s growing dependence on drugs.

Khloe Kardashian first filed for divorce in 2013, though their separation was delayed as she continued to support him through his health crisis.

Lamar’s struggles intensified following setbacks in his basketball career, leading to a downward spiral that culminated in a life threatening overdose in 2015.

Despite their differences, Khloe remained involved in his recovery, putting her own life on hold during that period.

Reflecting on those years, Khloe Kardashian acknowledged the emotional complexity of loving someone battling addiction.

She explained that her intentions were rooted in care and loyalty, but the experience left her exhausted and overwhelmed.