A Brief History of the Relationship Between Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson
28 may 2026 в 18:37
It’s no secret that the relationship between Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson has gone through many ups and downs. Despite the fact that the couple officially split in 2021, they continue to be part of each other’s lives due to their two children. Tristan has cheated on Khloé multiple times, and although he has tried to make amends for his mistakes on the Hulu reality show «The Kardashians», - she has made it clear that she has no intention of getting back together with him. Let’s revisit the story of Tristan and Khloé's relationship.
The first photos of Khloé and Tristan together appeared in August 2016 when the former couple was spotted leaving Bootsy Bellows in Hollywood. Later, in an episode of «The Kardashians», - it was revealed that Khloé and Tristan met through a mutual friend. «Brandon Jennings, who is a basketball player, is my friend and Malika [Haq]'s friend, and he said, 'You're such a great girl, I want to introduce you to someone,'» Khloé recounted. «I was at the Bel-Air hotel. [Tristan] came to dinner because I didn’t want to go on a blind date, and Brandon kind of set up this date. So I was with a few people, and he brought him, and we just connected».
By the 2016 holidays, Khloé and Tristan had become practically inseparable. The couple continued to share enthusiastic posts about each other on social media, and it seemed their relationship was becoming more serious. During this time, they even went on romantic trips, and Tristan appeared to be becoming part of the Kardashian family! As 2017 began, the couple continued to delight their followers with their relationship, and Khloé supported Tristan while he played for the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, they soon began preparing to expand their family!
In the fall of 2017, reports started to emerge that Khloé and Tristan were expecting their first child. On December 20, 2017, they officially confirmed the news! «My greatest dream has come true! We are expecting a baby», - Khloé wrote in her Instagram post. Tristan seemed more in love with Khloé than ever. «My love, thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey and share this moment with you. This is something I will always cherish», - he commented on Khloé's announcement photo. «Girl, you look better than ever».
By March 2018, Khloé and Tristan seemed stronger than ever. The couple celebrated Tristan’s 27th birthday with a grand party, and Khloé shared her feelings on social media. «How amazing is what we are sharing together?! I am so happy to create beautiful memories with such a wonderful person! I hope this year brings you everything you dream of! You will always be my forever! I love you, baby», - Khloé wrote in her birthday message to Tristan. Of course, spring was set to become even more exciting for the couple with the arrival of their daughter!
On April 12, 2018, Khloé officially gave birth to their child! However, the arrival of True came during a difficult period in the couple’s relationship. In the days leading up to Khloé's delivery, Tristan was accused of cheating with multiple women. Even Khloé's family intervened and supported her during this incredibly challenging time.
«Kris, Kim, and the entire Kardashian family were as cold as ice towards Tristan during the tense birth of his daughter with Khloé», - a source shared with Hollywood Life in April 2018. «Kim couldn’t even look at the cheater after the greeting. Neither Kim nor Kourtney said almost anything to Tristan. The tension in the hospital and in the delivery room was high. It was an uncomfortable place, especially when Tristan was around».
By the 2018 holidays, it seemed that Khloé and Tristan’s relationship was on the verge of breaking apart. Although the couple was still together, Khloé noted…
The first photos of Khloé and Tristan together appeared in August 2016 when the former couple was spotted leaving Bootsy Bellows in Hollywood. Later, in an episode of «The Kardashians», - it was revealed that Khloé and Tristan met through a mutual friend. «Brandon Jennings, who is a basketball player, is my friend and Malika [Haq]'s friend, and he said, 'You're such a great girl, I want to introduce you to someone,'» Khloé recounted. «I was at the Bel-Air hotel. [Tristan] came to dinner because I didn’t want to go on a blind date, and Brandon kind of set up this date. So I was with a few people, and he brought him, and we just connected».
By the 2016 holidays, Khloé and Tristan had become practically inseparable. The couple continued to share enthusiastic posts about each other on social media, and it seemed their relationship was becoming more serious. During this time, they even went on romantic trips, and Tristan appeared to be becoming part of the Kardashian family! As 2017 began, the couple continued to delight their followers with their relationship, and Khloé supported Tristan while he played for the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, they soon began preparing to expand their family!
In the fall of 2017, reports started to emerge that Khloé and Tristan were expecting their first child. On December 20, 2017, they officially confirmed the news! «My greatest dream has come true! We are expecting a baby», - Khloé wrote in her Instagram post. Tristan seemed more in love with Khloé than ever. «My love, thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey and share this moment with you. This is something I will always cherish», - he commented on Khloé's announcement photo. «Girl, you look better than ever».
By March 2018, Khloé and Tristan seemed stronger than ever. The couple celebrated Tristan’s 27th birthday with a grand party, and Khloé shared her feelings on social media. «How amazing is what we are sharing together?! I am so happy to create beautiful memories with such a wonderful person! I hope this year brings you everything you dream of! You will always be my forever! I love you, baby», - Khloé wrote in her birthday message to Tristan. Of course, spring was set to become even more exciting for the couple with the arrival of their daughter!
On April 12, 2018, Khloé officially gave birth to their child! However, the arrival of True came during a difficult period in the couple’s relationship. In the days leading up to Khloé's delivery, Tristan was accused of cheating with multiple women. Even Khloé's family intervened and supported her during this incredibly challenging time.
«Kris, Kim, and the entire Kardashian family were as cold as ice towards Tristan during the tense birth of his daughter with Khloé», - a source shared with Hollywood Life in April 2018. «Kim couldn’t even look at the cheater after the greeting. Neither Kim nor Kourtney said almost anything to Tristan. The tension in the hospital and in the delivery room was high. It was an uncomfortable place, especially when Tristan was around».
By the 2018 holidays, it seemed that Khloé and Tristan’s relationship was on the verge of breaking apart. Although the couple was still together, Khloé noted…
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