Caitlyn Jenner claims Kim Kardashian “calculated how she could become famous” at the beginning of her career

Caitlyn Jenner has claimed that her stepdaughter Kim Kardashian “figured out how to be famous” before her career even began.

The 73-year-old former decathlete spoke candidly about raising her family in the spotlight in a trailer for SkyTV’s new documentary series. Kardashian HouseShe claimed that the Skims founder was looking for ways to become famous long before Kim Kardashian became a household name.

“Kimberly has always thought about how to become famous,” Caitlyn claimed.

Girls have gone wild Founder Joe Francis – who previously dated Kourtney Kardashian and also appears in the documentary – made further claims about why he thinks Kim’s infamous sex tape with her ex Ray J was released, claiming it was intended to “stir up controversy.”

In the trailer, the Olympian was asked, “What was it like working with your wife?”, referring to her ex Kris Jenner, whom she was married to from 1991 to 2014. However, Caitlyn was reserved in the teaser and simply answered the question with a laugh.

Following her split from Kris, Caitlyn has continued to speak openly about her relationship with the rest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan. During Kim’s divorce from Kanye in May 2022, Caitlyn claimed that it hadn’t been easy for her stepdaughter to live with the musician.

“It was very difficult to live with him,” she said of West in an interview with The Pivot Podcast. After admitting that the rapper had “supported” her during her gender reassignment surgery, she also expressed that he was a “very complicated guy.”

Caitlyn then briefly touched on Kim’s dating history, adding, “Kimberly has been through a lot with the guys she’s been with, especially Kanye.”

In 2019, Caitlyn also spoke about her estranged relationship with her stepdaughter Khloé Kardashain, claiming that they had been on the sidelines since the former I am Cait Star died in 2015.

“I went through every child and Khloe was mad about something for some reason throughout the whole process,” she said during an episode of I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here. “It’s been five or six years and I haven’t spoken to her since.”

However, the two now seem to be getting along well, as Caitlyn posted a sweet tribute to Khloe on Instagram in July in honor of the Good American founder’s birthday.

“Happy birthday @khloekardashian. Being your stepdad was and is one of the best things your mother ever gave me. I promised your dad that I would try my best to always be there for you kids and I know I wasn’t perfect but I will always love you and you are forever in my heart,” Caitlyn wrote, referring to Khloe’s late father Robert Kardashian. “I hope your day is filled with love, your kids and happiness.”

As noted by diversitythe Kardashians-Jenner family – which Keeping up with the Kardashians And The Kardashians – had no editorial control over Kardashian HouseCaitlyn also made a statement about her motivations for being involved in the series, noting that she still cares for her stepchildren.

“I was happy to participate in the interview to share my perspective, which shows the strength, influence and ability of my family to capture the world’s attention and hold it throughout the years,” she said. “I am incredibly proud of all my children and stepchildren.”