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Los Angeles, July 30, 2025 – In a heartfelt turn of events, Khloé Kardashian has revealed why she has chosen to assume full-time caregiving responsibilities for Amari Thompson, the 18-year-old brother of her ex, NBA star Tristan Thompson—an announcement that has quickly gone viral across social media and sparked intense discussion on Reddit.
A Sister’s Love While Her Brother Travels
Khloé made the revelation during a recent episode of her podcast Khloé in Wonder Land, explaining that Amari lives with Lennox‑Gastaut syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy that involves frequent seizures and non‑verbal communication. Having lost his mother, Andrea Thompson, to a sudden heart attack in January 2023, Amari was left without a full‑time caregiver.
With Tristan Thompson juggling an NBA career that takes him across states constantly, Khloé stepped in. “Tristan is in a different state every few days…, it’s just not conducive for Amari to travel,” she explained. Now based in Los Angeles, Amari resides with Khloé and her family, supported by professional caretakers she acknowledged on the podcast.
Why She Says “I Chose To” Become the Care Provider
Khloé stressed that her decision isn’t tied to her romantic past with Tristan. She and Andrea had forged a deep friendship before Andrea’s passing, and Khloé was already actively involved in Amari’s medical care. “Amari deserves my love and care, regardless of where me and Tristan stand,” she affirmed.
For the Children: A Lesson in Compassion
Khloé also highlighted the importance of having Amari in her home for the sake of her own children, daughter True and son Tatum. She believes his presence teaches empathy and broadens their understanding of different realities. She remarked, “He can’t verbally talk, but if you know him well… you see the glimmer in his eyes”.
Reddit Reacts – Support and Skepticism Collide
Reddit communities have exploded with comments about the revelation. While many applaud Khloé’s choice, others question her motives. As one user wrote:
“Having the money for a caregiver or not… she does deserve some props and praise.”
Another skeptic posted:
“She’s just trying to mark territory and position herself in Tristan’s life… She wants that family unit sooooo bad.”
These conflicting views echo the complexity of public reactions—some view Khloé as sacrificial and compassionate; others see strategic positioning.
What This Means Going Forward
With legal guardianship of Amari filed by Tristan in September 2023, the dynamic remains legally complicated. Yet Khloé remains the daily point of care, backed by hired caretakers, and asserts the arrangement gives Amari a stable environment.
On The Kardashians—the family’s Hulu series—Khloé has shared glimpses of Amari’s 18th birthday celebration and emotional moments at his dance recital, sparking more emotional responses from fans.