Lamar Odom Sparks Controversy with Purchase of Life-Sized Doll Resembling Ex Khloé Kardashian
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Former NBA player Lamar Odom has stirred up strong reactions with his latest purchase: a custom-made, life-sized doll inspired by his ex-wife, Khloé Kardashian. On November 5, the 45-year-old visited RealDoll’s facility in Las Vegas to order the personalized figure, which typically costs between $8,000 and $20,000. Thanks to an exceptional deal, Odom secured his purchase for less.
According to Odom’s manager, Gina Rodriguez, he became intrigued by the company after seeing a news story about them last month. “He instantly knew he needed one,” Rodriguez told TMZ, adding that Odom specifically requested a doll that mirrored his ex-wife’s “voluptuous” figure. However, social media users quickly criticized the purchase. “This is beyond weird and creepy,” one person posted.
Another chimed in, “Lamar enough! I see why she wants to stay single and just be with her kids!” Others echoed similar sentiments, with one user tweeting, “This dude is sick. He is LOST.” The purchase has reignited discussions about Odom’s relationship with Kardashian, a romance that played out prominently in the public eye. The two famously tied the knot in 2009, just one month after they began dating, and their whirlwind romance was documented on Keeping Up with the Kardashians and their spinoff, Khloé & Lamar.
However, the relationship quickly encountered obstacles. Odom’s struggles with addiction, personal issues, and his dwindling career put a strain on their marriage. In his 2019 memoir, Darkness to Light, Odom reflected, “I wish I could have been more of a man… But regret is something we have to learn to live with.” He attributed their marital struggles to “the lethal cocktail of the spotlight, addiction, a diminishing career, and infidelity.”
Kardashian initially filed for divorce in 2013 but paused the proceedings in 2015 to support Odom through serious medical challenges. The couple ultimately finalized their divorce in 2016, parting amicably with no spousal support on either side. Despite their separation more than eight years ago, Odom’s recent actions suggest he may still harbor feelings for his former wife. Rodriguez hinted that the purchase might help Odom “make peace with those memories in a private way”, as on Page Six.
Video obtained by TMZ shows Odom enjoying his visit to the RealDoll facility, admiring the store’s selection, and inspecting the doll-making process. He seemed particularly drawn to one doll’s curvy appearance, even referring to it as “bad” with a smile. While some fans view Odom’s actions as an attempt to cope with past emotions, others see it as unsettling, especially considering Kardashian has moved on with her life.
The purchase has reopened discussions about the former couple’s history, with fans reminiscing on the ups and downs of their marriage and the unique challenges they faced together. As Odom continues to navigate his life post-basketball and post-Khloé, it’s clear that his connection to the past remains, raising questions about how he plans to move forward.
