Kim Kardashian Details ‘Toxic’ Marriage to Kanye West, Claims He’d Give Away Their Cars During ‘Episodes’ and Calls the Relationship “Exhausting”
Kim Kardashian is pulling back the curtain on her tumultuous marriage to Kanye West, revealing new details about what she describes as a “toxic” and emotionally draining chapter of her life. The reality star and business mogul opened up during an episode of Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast on October 15, candidly discussing the difficulties she endured behind the glamorous façade of one of Hollywood’s most public relationships.
For years, Kim and Kanye’s marriage captivated the world — a union of fashion, fame, and controversy. But as Kim now admits, much of what the public saw was only part of the story. “There were moments where I didn’t recognize the person I married,” she said, describing a cycle of chaos and control that left her emotionally exhausted. She spoke openly about the unpredictable nature of Kanye’s behavior, particularly during what she called his “episodes,” moments where he would make extreme decisions or act out impulsively. “There were times he’d literally give away our cars — the Lamborghinis, just hand them off,” Kim revealed, calling the experience “heartbreaking and confusing.”
Kim’s account paints a vivid picture of life in a relationship that swung between love and volatility. “It wasn’t all bad,” she clarified, careful to acknowledge the early years of passion and shared ambition. “We built so much together. We were partners in every sense at one point.” But over time, the emotional strain of trying to balance his mental health, public controversies, and her own sense of stability took a toll. “I tried to help him, to protect him, to make everything feel normal,” she said. “But I realized I was losing myself in the process.”
The couple, who share four children — North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm — finalized their divorce in 2022 after nearly eight years of marriage. Kim said co-parenting remains a challenge, particularly with Kanye’s continued public outbursts and erratic social media behavior. “At the end of the day, he’s their dad,” she said softly. “I’ll always want him to be okay, even after everything.”
During the interview, Kim also reflected on how fame amplified every private struggle. She explained how difficult it was to maintain composure while the entire world speculated about her personal life. “People would see headlines and think they knew everything,” she said. “But they didn’t see the sleepless nights, the arguments, or the moments I had to hold everything together for the kids.”
Despite the pain, Kim said the experience forced her to grow in ways she never imagined. She spoke about rediscovering her confidence and learning to set boundaries — something she admits she struggled with in the past. “For so long, I thought I could fix everything,” she said. “Now I realize that peace is something I have to protect. I had to choose myself.”
Her tone throughout the interview was not bitter but reflective. She acknowledged the love and the lessons, emphasizing that her story was not one of blame but of growth. “I’ll never regret the life we built,” she said. “But I also won’t romanticize the parts that broke me.”
As she looks ahead, Kim says she’s focused on her family, her businesses, and her own well-being. “I’m happy now,” she said with a small smile. “I feel like I’m finally living, not just surviving.”
Her words mark a rare moment of vulnerability from one of the most guarded public figures in pop culture. Beyond the headlines and social media moments, Kim’s reflection offers a deeper look at what it means to rebuild after love, fame, and heartbreak collide. It’s a reminder that even the most powerful women can lose themselves in someone else — and that reclaiming peace is sometimes the bravest act of all.
