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How Caitlyn Jenner Reacted to Brody Jenner Saying He Felt “Abandoned” During Childhood

Brody Jenner opened up about Caitlyn Jenner’s initial reaction to him saying he felt “abandoned” during a recent episode of Special Forces: World's Toughest Test.

By Kisha Forde Jan 27, 2025 7:20 PM
| Updated Jan 27, 2025 7:24 PM
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Watch: Brody Jenner Shares Caitlyn Jenner’s Reaction to Him Saying He Felt “Abandoned” (Exclusive)

Brody Jenner and Caitlyn Jenner's current relationship is far from undefined.

In fact, though the Hills alum shared he felt a "little bit abandoned" by his dad during his childhood years while appearing on Special Forces: World's Toughest Test, as Brody explained, that's water under the bridge.

"We talk all the time," Brody—whose mom Linda Thompson split from Caitlyn during his younger years—told E! News in an exclusive interview. "I even texted Caitlyn after I watched the episode. I'm like, 'Hey Dad, just so you know, there's this stuff.' But, we're in a good place."

As the Special Forces: World's Toughest Test star noted, "She was so supportive and didn't care. She's like, 'Look, I've done all these types of shows. I know how these things work, but you're doing great.'" (For more with Brody, tune into E! News tonight Jan. 27 at 11 p.m.)

Brody's insight into his dynamic with Caitlyn comes after the reality star reflected on his childhood during the Jan. 15 episode of the competition show.

"I had an incredible mother. Father, Bruce, at the time, wasn't around that much," Brody explained of Caitlyn's new marriage to Kris Jenner, who was already mom to Kourtney KardashianKim KardashianKhloe Kardashian and Rob Kardashian at the time. "They split, and then he met a woman. She had kids as well, the woman that he met, then they had kids together."

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And though they went through their ups and downs, Brody later shared that he has received an apology from Caitlyn.

"Just recently, I got a real, sincere apology," Brody noted. "It was the first time in my life that I've ever gotten an apology. You know, I'm sorry for not being there, and honestly, it meant a lot."

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That said, Brody also shared that his own experience has shaped his perspective on parenthood. As the 41-year-old, who shares daughter Honey, 17 months, with fiancée Tia Blanco, explained of fatherhood, "everything" about his latest chapter serves as his favorite parts of life.

"It's just watching sort of yourself in another human being that is just like yourself and your fiancée and just this little creation," he told E!. "It's the most rewarding thing that I've ever done in my life. It really is. I can't even explain in words how much I love my daughter. It's indescribable. It's the best thing that's ever happened to me."

Keep reading for a closer look at the Jenner family tree...

—Reporting by Ally Manor

With Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian & Kendall Jenner

The gang was the first family of fashion during Kanye West's Yeezy Season 3 runway show in 2016.

With Kendall Jenner & Kylie Jenner

The Olympian was all smiles while hanging with her two daughters in 2015.

With Kris Jenner

The exes reunited at the 2015 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show one year after finalizing their divorce.

With Kim Kardashian

Kim helped Cait perfect her selfie game.

With Kylie Jenner

As did Kylie.

With Brody Jenner, Linda Thompson & Brandon Jenner

The I Am Cait star celebrated Christmas with her ex and their two sons in 2015.

With Cassandra "Casey" Marino's Kids

Caitlyn enjoyed some family time with her grandkids in 2015.

With Kendall Jenner

The supermodel gave Cait a big bear hug.

With Kylie Jenner

Another day, another selfie!

With Kim Kardashian & Kris Jenner

In 2015, the trio attend a birthday lunch for Kylie in Malibu.

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