Lamar Odom Revealed the One Thing Keeping Him Connected to the Kardashians Seven Years After Divorcing Khloé

Something that never ceases to amaze is how the Kardashian clan keeps their exes close, transforming former flames into friends (or at least friendly acquaintances). Think about it — Khloé Kardashian and French Montana hanging out like old pals, Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick hitting some bumps but ultimately carving their own path of co-parenting. It’s like they’ve got this magnetic field that keeps everyone connected, in one way or another.

Amidst this intriguing dance of maintaining ties with ex-partners, Lamar Odom’s story stands out. Seven years have flown by since his split from Khloé, and despite personal challenges with addiction, Odom shares a nugget of gold about what keeps him feeling connected to the Kardashian world. And guess what? It’s not exactly about rekindling old flames with Khloé.

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In a heart-to-heart with E! News’ Francesca Amiker, Odom opened up about the essence of family and the bonds that linger, mentioning how he would like to reconnect with Rob Kardashian. “I don’t have any siblings,” he revealed, touching on how special it was to have people who filled that void. “It was cool to me to have somebody come in my life and play that role. I learned from it,” he said of Rob, who has mostly stayed out of the spotlight to raise his daughter, Dream, 7.

Lamar didn’t hold back on the love, either. Speaking of the Kardashian mantra, he said, “Once a family, always a family,” echoing the timeless values passed down from his grandmother, Mildred Mercer. It’s clear that this “old school” mindset has profoundly influenced his view on relationships and forgiveness.

And when it comes to Khloé? Odom had nothing but high praise. Describing her as “strong” and someone he’s “always looked up to,” he added, “She’s always looked amazing to me.” These words, free from any hint of bitterness, reveal a genuine respect and fondness for Khloé that goes beyond their shared history.

Wrapping up, Odom expressed a simple yet profound wish: “I want everybody to be happy.” This sentiment, reflecting a journey of personal growth and a heartfelt desire for well-being all around, paints a picture of a man who’s come a long way.

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