In a candid new interview, reality star and beauty mogul Kylie Jenner is opening up about the ups and downs of her friendship with former best friend Jordyn Woods, revealing the pain and growth that came from their highly publicized falling-out.
The 27-year-old businesswoman recalled the heartbreak she felt when news broke in 2019 that Woods had been involved in a cheating scandal with Khloé Kardashian’s then-boyfriend Tristan Thompson.
“I was heartbroken,” Jenner told the magazine. “It felt really lonely to lose that person, but I had to go through that.”
The incident sparked a major rift between Jenner and Woods, who had been inseparable for years. Jenner admitted that prior to the scandal, Woods was the first person she would turn to “anytime something happened, good or bad.”
“It’s never been a full cold turkey cutoff; it was needed distance,” Jenner explained. “I think that in order for us both to grow, she needed to spread her wings and do what she needed to do as well.”
Despite the public drama, the two women never completely cut ties. Jenner revealed they “always tried to talk through things,” even when their friendship appeared to be over.
In the years since, both Jenner and Woods have taken time to focus on their individual growth and healing. But their bond has remained, as evidenced by their recent public reunions, including a TikTok video they posted together with mutual friend Stassie Karanikolaou.
“People don’t really understand how pure Khloé’s heart is. Her energy was always the same—you need to do what makes you happy,” Jenner said, noting that her sister Khloé never had an issue with the two women remaining friends.
For Jenner, the experience taught her valuable lessons about independence and self-reliance. “I learned so much, gained so much independence, and was there for myself. It helped me grow up a little bit,” she reflected.
Now, with a more “healthy distance” in their friendship, Jenner and Woods appear to have reconciled, demonstrating that even the strongest bonds can withstand life’s challenges.
As Jenner navigates her own journey as a young mother and business owner, she credits her ability to be there for herself as a key takeaway from this chapter. The once-inseparable duo may have a different dynamic, but their enduring connection remains a testament to the power of forgiveness and personal growth.