The internet is awash with overrated quotes about unique relationships among siblings. In the case of Kris Jenner, it may come as a surprise for some to learn that the famous “momager” has a younger sister. Karen Houghton is not a celebrity like Jenner and leads a relatively ordinary life as a part-time nurse and author. She has written two cookbooks, the Naturally Gourmet Cookbook, which was released in 2010, and a follow-up volume three years later.
The relationship between Kris Jenner and Karen Houghton has been rocky over the years, and Jenner was even accused of snubbing her only sibling. The two sisters often exchange public digs, while sometimes Jenner has been known to shower Houghton with expensive gifts.
Kris Jenner’s Sister, Karen Houghton Calls Her Out When She Upsets Her
Karen Houghton has a history of being outspoken toward Kris Jenner when she feels provoked. In an interview with Radar, Houghton expressed her dissatisfaction with Jenner and implied that her famous sister had neglected the requests of her other half of the family who are not famous, despite Jenner’s massive net worth of $230 million. Houghton claimed that Jenner pursued fame and wealth by moving to Los Angeles, a lifestyle that she dislikes.
Karen Houghton also tried to communicate her concerns to Jenner during times when they were taking care of their mother. Houghton admitted to Mail Online that she had yelled at her older sister and demanded that she help their mother more.
She also expressed her annoyance every time Kris wouldn’t return her calls, “… If you think your sister would call you back, she doesn’t. And it hurts me. I don’t care how much money you have or who you are, you’re my sister. I’m not afraid of her. I can’t get to her anymore…”
Kris Jenner Dislikes When Karen Houghton Talks About Her Marriage To Caitlyn Jenner
In 2014, Karen Houghton stated in an interview that there would be no reunion between Kris Jenner and her estranged husband despite their seemingly friendly behavior. Houghton believed that Caitlyn Jenner had left her sister because he could no longer tolerate her yelling. She also revealed that Kris was struggling with the split and was not dating anyone.
Although Houghton claimed to know everything about Jenner’s life and how she was dealing with the separation, the reality star herself admitted to not being in touch with Houghton. An insider claimed that Houghton had no real knowledge of Kris Jenner’s family life or her ex-husband and had used what she saw on the show to create a fictional story about the family.
Houghton’s actions caused a rift between the already distant sisters. The source informed Radar that Jenner was disappointed that her sister chose to share private information with the media and sold her out, especially considering that the TV personality had always been there to help Houghton financially.
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Kris Jenner Ignored Her Sister On Her Birthday
In November 2018, Kris Jenner failed to greet her younger sister on her 60th birthday, causing their relationship to hit a new low. Despite frequently supporting her family and friends, Jenner did not publicly acknowledge her sister’s milestone birthday.
Houghton’s daughter, Natalie Zettel celebrated her mother’s birthday on Instagram by sharing a photo of her in the hospital bed. Houghton had been in and out of the hospital since July 2018, and it was reported that Jenner had not visited her sister during her hospital stays.
Kris Jenner’s decision to ignore her sister’s birthday while publicly celebrating her friend Dee Ocleppo’s birthday received criticism from fans. The reality TV star has been known to keep Houghton out of the spotlight, although her sister has shown support for her nieces on her Twitter account.
Kris Jenner Doesn’t Approve Karen Houghton’s Dating Preferences
According to Star magazine, Karen Houghton has a history of relationships with men who have addiction problems and conflicts with the law. A source stated that Houghton is not as image-conscious as Kris Jenner and doesn’t meet the glam standards that the momager likes to project for her family, which is why Karen is not seen on any of the family TV shows. The report claims that Houghton’s relationships with complicated men had been a major sore point between the two sisters.
Houghton was previously married to Mark Zettel for six years, with whom they share their daughter, Natalie Zettel.
Their marriage ended in 2002 but in January 2009, Houghton obtained an order of protection against her ex-husband, claiming that he frequently abused substances and bullied her and their daughter. In 2011, Karen requested another protection order, this time for her boyfriend Steven Edward Thornton, who had an unsatisfactory record with over 12 arrests in California and Tennessee for burglary and theft.
Karen Houghton Got A Facelift To Look Like Her Sister, Kris Jenner
Karen Houghton has been affectionately referred to as the “crazy aunt” of the Kardashian-Jenner clan and even sought to resemble her sister Kris by undergoing an intensive facelift in 2016. The procedure was reportedly intended to help Houghton look more like her “beautiful sister Kris.”
Houghton had a five-hour facelift procedure which she allowed to be filmed. Her plastic surgeon used an AuraLyft, which is said to be the most extensive facelift a woman can get. The procedure included lifting Houghton’s face and neck, removing fat from under her eyes, and transferring it to her cheeks to make her cheekbones more pronounced. Houghton admitted that she felt some pressure to keep up with the Kardashians’ image, and she revealed with Inside Edition that she was pleased with the results of the facelift.
In Kris Jenner’s 2011 autobiography, she expressed her strong bond with her sister, despite several misunderstandings they have faced. Jenner wrote, “We loved each other, and we were there for each other through thick and thin, and to this day, we are a part of each other’s lives.” Houghton’s daughter, Natalie Zettel also shares a close bond with her famous cousins.
