Kim Kardashian Reflects on Her Time with Pete Davidson, Admits One Moment in Their Relationship “Wasn’t Fair for Him” and Left Her “Really Sad”
Kim Kardashian is revisiting her whirlwind romance with Pete Davidson — and opening up about the painful realization that made her feel “really sad” for how things unfolded between them. In a candid moment on the Call Her Daddy podcast, the reality star shared how her life’s public chaos at the time affected their relationship in ways she wishes had been different.
The 43-year-old SKIMS founder said that while her relationship with Pete, 30, was filled with laughter, warmth, and moments of comfort after her split from Kanye West, it wasn’t always easy living under such intense scrutiny. “There was a moment,” Kim recalled softly, “where I realized that all the noise surrounding me wasn’t fair to him. It made me really sad.” Though she didn’t go into specifics, fans immediately understood what she meant — the period when her divorce, her ex’s public behavior, and her new relationship all collided in the spotlight.
During their nine-month relationship, Kim and Pete’s every move was followed by cameras and headlines. From their first kiss during Kim’s Saturday Night Live hosting debut to their vacations and red-carpet appearances, the pair seemed inseparable. But behind the scenes, Kim says she often struggled with guilt. “Pete didn’t ask for any of it,” she admitted. “He just showed up for me — and somehow got caught in everything that came with me.”
That “everything” included Kanye West’s public disapproval and relentless social media posts that targeted Pete for months. Despite Pete’s attempts to rise above the noise, the tension took its toll. Kim, who was trying to focus on her children and rebuild her emotional life, says she often felt torn between wanting happiness and trying to protect everyone involved. “It wasn’t fair,” she said, repeating the phrase that seemed to weigh on her the most.
Even as she reflected on the sadness, Kim spoke with immense respect for Pete. “He’s truly one of the kindest, most genuine people I’ve met,” she said, her tone filled with gratitude. Their relationship, though brief, was something she described as “refreshing” — a reminder that she could still smile, laugh, and feel loved again after one of the most difficult years of her life. “He came into my life when I really needed light,” she shared. “And for that, I’ll always be thankful.”
Sources close to Kim have said that while the relationship ended due to distance and their busy schedules, there was never any bitterness. Pete, who’s since spoken kindly about Kim in interviews, has often described her as “amazing” and said that their relationship was “real and normal” despite the chaos around it.
For Kim, the experience seems to have been one of self-reflection more than regret. On the podcast, she admitted she’s learned to be more cautious with who she lets into her personal world — not because of fear, but because she now understands the impact her public life can have on others. “I live under a microscope,” she said. “And that’s something I can handle. But it’s not something everyone should have to.”
It’s rare to hear Kim speak so openly about her emotions, but her honesty struck a chord with many fans who have followed her journey for years. The woman often seen as unshakable showed her softer side — someone capable of deep empathy, even for relationships that didn’t last. “You can care about someone, and still realize timing just wasn’t right,” she said.
Today, Kim continues to focus on her children, her brands, and her growing list of ventures, but the lessons from her relationship with Pete remain close to her heart. “Sometimes,” she said, “you meet the right person at the wrong time. And that’s okay. What matters is that you both walk away with love and respect.”
Her reflection is not just about romance — it’s about accountability, maturity, and the reality of being human in a world that rarely gives her privacy. For Kim Kardashian, it’s another step toward peace — the kind that doesn’t come from headlines, but from within.
