by Kim Kardashian has finally addressed long-standing rumors about a past romantic connection with Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, who is now married to her sister Kourtney Kardashian. She made the clarification during an appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast.
When asked directly if she ever hooked up with Travis Barker in the past, Kardashian was clear and definitive in her response.
“No, I never have. Absolutely, that I do not mind you asking,” she said. “I never have and it really sucks that has gone on.”
She went on to explain the nature of their relationship and how the rumors may have originated.
“He dated Paris [Hilton] and we were all friends and we’d all hang out when I was with Paris,” she continued. “We’d be on the road and go to, like, their tour in Amsterdam. So I have been friends with him … And never hooked up with him.”
The statement puts to rest speculation that had circulated for years, particularly given Barker’s current marriage to Kourtney Kardashian. Kim’s decision to address these rumors publicly highlights the ongoing scrutiny the Kardashian family faces regarding their personal relationships and the importance of setting the record straight.
Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian got married in 2022. This marked a significant chapter in both of their lives. The couple has been fairly open about their relationship, often sharing updates on social media and in interviews. Their marriage has been a subject of interest in the media, given their close-knit family dynamics and the presence of Kourtney’s children from a previous relationship.
Before marrying Kourtney, Travis Barker had been married twice. He was first married to Melissa Kennedy and later to Shanna Moakler. He shares children with Moakler. His relationship history has been well-documented over the years. This makes his current marriage to Kourtney all the more significant within the blended Kardashian-Barker family structure.
Kim’s clarification about her friendship with Travis during his time dating Paris Hilton provides important context to their long history. The group’s social circle in the mid-2000s often overlapped. This likely contributed to the persistent rumors. By addressing these speculations directly, Kim has helped clear up any confusion about the nature of her relationship with her now brother-in-law.
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