In a surprising and rare display of unity, Kim Kardashian and her former husband Kanye West quietly reunited over the recent Christmas holidays. The ex-couple spent time together with their four children, marking a significant moment after years of public estrangement and conflict.
A Cordial Family Celebration
According to sources speaking to TMZ, the pair put aside their long-running differences to celebrate as a family. The atmosphere was described as respectful and cordial, with the focus firmly on their children: North, 12, Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 5.
Insiders with direct knowledge stated that the former spouses are now actively working to improve their co-parenting relationship. This holiday gathering represents a notable shift following a period characterised by public disputes and tension.
West's Personal Reflection and Support for North
The reconciliation appears to follow what TMZ described as a sustained effort by Kanye West to reflect on his past behaviour. Sources indicate the rapper has been 'working on himself' and spent considerable time reassessing his actions from earlier this year. This period of reflection includes his widely condemned antisemitic remarks and praise of Adolf Hitler.
In a further sign of changed dynamics, West has reportedly become more supportive of his eldest daughter North's burgeoning social media presence. Despite initial hesitancy about her being online at a young age, he now embraces her creativity and individuality.
Sources confirm he approves of her online activity, including her bold fashion choices and blue hair, and has even encouraged her to share music and creative content connected to him. This counters viral A.I.-generated videos on TikTok that suggested otherwise.
Contrast to Kardashian's Recent Admissions
This harmonious holiday scene stands in sharp contrast to Kim Kardashian's recent candid revelations about the strain of co-parenting. Last month on her show, The Kardashians, she admitted the relationship sometimes pushes her 'to the brink'.
She expressed frustration when West questions her 'character as a mom,' stating, 'Sometimes I just feel like snapping, but I can't.' Kardashian has repeatedly emphasised that her priority is providing stability, calling it her 'only focus and job' to remain the more consistent and present parent.
The SKIMS founder has a history of emotional disclosures regarding the challenges. In a 2022 podcast appearance, she broke down in tears, explaining she tries to shield her children from 'all of the crazy s***' surrounding West's public outbursts.
Despite the difficulties, Kardashian has consistently insisted she has never interfered with West's relationship with their children. On a podcast in October, she acknowledged the situation 'really sucks' but prioritises peace over engaging in public battles.
Kardashian and West married in Italy in 2014, less than a year after North's birth. Kardashian filed for divorce in February 2021, which was finalised the following year. West has since married Australian model Bianca Censori.
