Khloe Kardashian gifted her “life savings” to Kim Kardashian following her split from Damon Thomas. This generous act occurred during a particularly challenging time in Kim’s early adult life, demonstrating the strong family bonds that have characterized the Kardashian family dynamic for years.
The 44-year-old beauty has revealed that she was left in a desperate financial situation, at the age of 21, after divorcing her first husband – but Khloe was on-hand to help her sibling. Financial difficulties following divorce are surprisingly common, with women often experiencing significant income declines after marital dissolution.
“When Khloe was maybe four or five years old, she got this piggy bank in the shape of a Coca-Cola bottle. We would put so much money in it,” Kim shared during the latest episode of ‘The Kardashians’. The popular reality show continues to give viewers intimate glimpses into the family’s personal history and relationships beyond what was previously known to the public.
“When I was getting my first divorce, I moved out and had no money. I was like 21 and she gave me her Coke bottle. We were up all night counting it and it was $6,000 and it was enough for me to get a down payment on my apartment. She gave me her life savings at age 21.” In early 2000s Los Angeles, this amount represented a significant sum for a young adult starting over after divorce.
Khloe, 40, still has vivid memories of supporting Kim in the aftermath of her split. The sisterly bond between the Kardashian women has been a constant theme throughout their public lives, often serving as an emotional foundation during personal challenges.
“She was crying in my room and I was just like, ‘I have this so let’s take what is in here and go to the bank to cash it. Let’s use this money for your divorce’,” the reality TV star shared. “I gave her all that I got and hopefully helped her.” This act of generosity occurred years before the family achieved their current fame and wealth through their reality television empire.
Meanwhile, Kim recently revealed that she has “a list” of dating must-haves. After several high-profile relationships and marriages, the entrepreneur and media personality has developed clear boundaries about potential partners.
The brunette beauty – who was married to Damon between 2000 and 2004 – admitted to being very particular about who she dates. Kim’s first marriage to music producer Damon Thomas lasted four years and occurred when she was just 19 years old, well before her rise to international fame.
“My absolute red flag is just when someone doesn’t treat other people – even when no one is watching – with respect. No matter who they are, what they do,” Kim shared during an appearance on ‘The World’s First Podcast’. Relationship experts often cite respect as one of the fundamental pillars of healthy partnerships.
Kim also acknowledged that she’s looking for a “very secure person”. With her immense fame and business empire, finding compatible partners has presented unique challenges for the reality star and entrepreneur.
“It must not be easy coming into my life. They have to be a very secure person. I want our morals and values to really align,” she said. Celebrity relationships often face additional pressures due to public scrutiny and lifestyle differences.
This touching story about sisterly support comes amid Kim’s continued success with her various business ventures, including SKIMS and SKKN BY KIM. The revelation provides fans with insight into the early struggles that preceded her eventual rise to prominence.
The Kardashian family’s journey from relative obscurity to global fame has been well-documented through their reality shows, which have aired for over a decade across various iterations. This particular story highlights how their close family bonds predated their celebrity status and helped them navigate difficult personal circumstances.
Financial experts note that having support systems during major life transitions like divorce can significantly impact long-term financial recovery and stability. Kim’s experience demonstrates how family assistance can provide crucial stepping stones during challenging financial periods, especially for young adults facing unexpected hardships.
