Khloe Kardashian Fires Back at Critic Questioning "Rationale" Over Tribute to Tristan Thompson's Brother

Khloe Kardashian will not tolerate haters—including those who questioned her hosting a birthday for ex Tristan Thompson's brother Amari.

By Hayley Santaflorentina Jul 28, 2023 5:49 PM
| Updated Jul 28, 2023 7:02 PM
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Khloe Kardashian has no time for haters. 

After the Good American founder posted a glimpse into the birthday celebration she hosted for her ex Tristan Thompson's 17-year-old brother Amari, a user commented criticizing her actions, writing, "Seriously questioning your rationale for posting this…" under her July 27 Instagram tribute.

But Khloe was quick to fire back. "I'm seriously questioning your rationale in posting," she replied. "What's the problem?"

For the special birthday occasion, Khloe decked out her house with balloons that spelled out "Happy Birthday Amari" and posted some behind the scenes photos to her Instagram. She further shared selfies she took with Amari, as well as a sweet fam photo featuring the two alongside Kris Jenner, Khloe and Tristan's 5-year-old daughter True and her niece Dream Kardashian

"Someone is 17 today!!!!" the 39-year-old captioned her post. "Happy birthday sweet sweet Amari!!! We are all so blessed to have been touched by an angel such as you. You are truly one of Gods greatest treasures."

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A History of Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson's Relationship

Amari's birthday came shortly after Khloe shared on the July 27 episode of The Kardashians that he and Tristan had moved into her home earlier this year. While Amari had originally moved in with Tristan after relocating from Toronto following the death of the brothers' mom Andrea in January, the NBA player's home was later damaged by the severe weather in California, making it unlivable. 

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The announcement took some fans by surprise, given the former couple's complicated history. 

Khloe and Tristan, who welcomed daughter True in April 2018, first split in early 2019 following the news that Tristan cheated with the Kardashian family's longtime friend, Jordyn Woods. Then, after reuniting in 2020 and conceiving a child via surrogate in November 2021, the pair split for good later after news broke that Tristan had fathered a child with Maralee Nichols. Tristan and Khloe welcomed their son Tatum the following July.

But despite those who may have questioned allowing Tristan and Amari into her home, given the couple's history, Khloe is comfortable of her choice.

"I'm grateful that I'm strong enough and brave enough to be a support system for someone else that has no other support system right now," she told Hulu cameras of the decision. "You don't have to treat me right for me to treat you right—it's not the way I was raised."

And for more of the Kardashian-Jenner's best clapbacks over the years, keep reading. 

 

Sing With Me, Kylie

While Kendall and Kylie paid tribute to The Lizzie McGuire Movie with their October 2024 Halloween costumes, some fans were not amused by their lip-syncing skills to the film's iconic final number, "What Dreams Are Made Of," saying it "felt awkward."

But Kylie was ready with the perfect clapback: "U obvi haven't seen the movie."

Kourtney Kardashian Focuses on the Fam

After Kourtney posted a photo of herself to Instagram in October 2024, a fan noted in the comments, "Why does she look like North West???" 

The Lemme founder brilliantly responded, "We may be related."

Sister Takes on Sister

After Kim told Khloe that she shouldn't get a boob job for fear of her breasts looking "too big" for her, the Good American founder couldn't help but take aim at her older sister.

"Coming from DD door knockers is telling me what's too big for me?" she mused on a June 2024 episode of The Kardashians. "Please."

No Sibling Rivalry Here

After fans alleged that Kim intentionally posted what they deemed an unflattering photo of sister Kourtney in April 2024, the Poosh founder shot down any issues with the pic.

"I LOVE this photo," Kourtney commented on Instagram. "It is me and my sisters having the best time on a trip with our kids… and the memories to last forever!"

Khloe Kardashian vs. Naysayers

Khloe was quick to shut down a critic who questioned her choice to host a birthday party for her ex Tristan Thompson's younger brother Amari in 2023, writing, "I'm seriously your rationale in commenting.

Kourtney Kardashian Peaces Out to Haters

Kourtney took a moment to tell followers exactly how she deals with negativity—blocking them. 

"Taking a minute after a peaceful pilates session to drink my tea and block some negative accounts..." the Poosh founder wrote alongside a peace sign emoji on her July 2023 Instagram Story. "Positive vibrations bye bye to the rest."

Khloe Kardashian vs. Gossipers

Taking to Twitter in August 2021, the fashion mogul shut down false stories circulating about her. "HA! some of y'all really just make up anything and swear it's the truth as if you know what's going on," she posted. "The truth is never good enough… or juicy enough. So you create a narrative that fits what you choose to believe."

She added, "It is so old at this point. It's always something about people creating fake s--t about me and actually terrorizing me about something THEY ARE CREATING. Without anyone knowing any facts. It's some weirdo s--t."

Khloe Kardashian vs. "Shady Bitches"

In August 2021, the reality TV star called out online haters with a cheeky social media post. "Be careful outside," she wrote. "It's raining shady bitches everywhere!!" 

Khloe Kardashian vs. Instagram Critic

The Good American founder shut down an Instagram critic, who wrote, "If insecurity was a person."

"Baby girl, you have to look in the mirror," the reality TV personality responded. "Only insecure people tear other people down. I'm sending you so much love, health and happiness! I'm sorry that you're hurting."

Khloe Kardashian vs. Instagram Troll

KoKo's haters were at it again when one Instagram user commented "money spent well" on a series of glamorous snapshots she shared. 

But when the trolls go low, Khloe goes high, writing back with several laughing emojis, "the shade of it all." 

Khloe Kardashian vs. Makeover Critic

Khloe's definitely been known to switch up her look every now and then. As part of her latest transformation, she went from long-haired to short-haired and blonde to brunette. 

But when Khloe debuted the new hairstyle on Instagram, one commenter was eager to point out they somehow couldn't recognize the Good American mogul, writing, "Who is that on the right?" 

"your new step mother," Khloe hilariously responded. "Be nice or get grounded."

Kourtney Kardashian vs. Judgement on Activism Efforts

Kindness is key! A snapshot from a family trip captioned "lake ya" drew the following comment, "why can't you donate more money or your time to help people of the world ?"

Kourtney's response was nothing short of gracious. She replied, "always wanting to help more, do you have suggestions? Let's encourage each other, ways others can help too. As humans sharing this planet, I find it our duty to help each other."

Kourtney Kardashian vs. Baby Bump Speculation

Loving her body.

After Kourtney posted a leisurely photo of herself reading in a bathing suit, some speculated that she was pregnant. Understandably, the mother of three shut this speculation down.

"This is me when I have a few extra pounds on, and I actually love it. I have given birth three amazing times and this is the shape of my body," Kourtney clarified.

Khloe Kardshian vs. Pregnancy Rumors

The Good American mogul took to Twitter in May 2020 after rumors circulated that she and Tristan were expecting another baby together.

"I don't go on social platforms much these days AND this is one of the main reasons as to why I stay away. The sick and hurtful things people say. I am disgusted by so many things I am seeing," Khloe tweeted. "SMH people swear they know everything about me. Including my uterus. Sick."

"The nasty things you're saying about me over A RUMOR!" Khloe continued. "I have seen so many hurtful/despicable stories and tweets about me over a false story. And if it were true.... it's MY LIFE, NOT YOURS."

Kendall Jenner vs. Dating Gossip

Back in April 2020, the supermodel sounded off on Twitter after several social media users criticized her dating history—which includes basketballers Blake Griffin and Devin Booker—and suggested that NBA players were "passing" her around.

"They act like I'm not in full control of where I throw this cooch," the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star shared.

Kylie Jenner vs. Halloween Haters

When critics referred to Kylie's squad at "Plastic Rangers," the beauty mogul replied, "and we love recycling."

Kourtney Kardashian vs. Easter Critics

After Kourtney showcased her family's Easter 2020 celebrations, critics tried (and failed) to bring the party down.

"Bruh cut your son hair…smh," one follower wrote in the comments section, to which she replied, "Most gorgeous hair on Earth. Anyone who says otherwise ABCDEFG."

But wait, there's more! When one user suggested that Kourtney had a "new dog every month," the Poosh founder quickly corrected them. "We've had Honey for years Honey Honey."

Kim Kardashian Defends Khloe Kardashian

In February 2019, Khloe stepped out for her first public appearance amid Tristan's cheating scandal involving Jordyn Woods. After attending her scheduled event, Khloe received critical comments on social media that did not sit well with Kim.

Along with a video of Khloe out at the event, one Twitter user wrote, "If someone cheats on you publicly. Y'all going outside the next day?"

After seeing the tweet, Kim replied, "Would you prefer she lose the [money emoji] too? A single mom has to work too boo! This was a professional commitment planned far in advance and you better believe she is not waiting on anyone to pay her bills or provide for her daughter. PERDIODT!!!"

Kourtney Kardashian vs. Mommy Shamers

While on vacation in Italy with her kids in 2018, Kourtney posted a photo of herself on a yacht with the caption, "just finished my daily basket of focaccia...hbu?" 

After an Instagram user questioned Kourtney about the whereabouts of her kids, she replied, "My son was taking the photo, and the other two were sitting a table across from me. Thank you so much for your concern."

Kim Kardashian vs. Chloë Grace Moretz

Back in 2016, Kim took to social media to fire back at actress Chloë Grace Moretz for dissing her nude selfie. "let's all welcome @ChloeGMoretz to twitter, since no one knows who she is," Kim tweeted. "your nylon cover is cute boo." 

Kim also clapped back at Bette Midler and Piers Morgan for their critical comments about her photo.

Kylie Jenner vs. Instagram Record Egg

After the infamous egg photo beat Kylie's Instagram record in January 2019, the reality star took to social media to clap back at the account. In her post, Kylie shared a meme that read, "Kylie when she sees the world record egg account." Along with the meme was a video of Kylie cracking an egg.

The beauty mogul captioned the post, "Take that little egg."

Khloe Kardashian vs. Haters

In a 2018 interview with E! News' Zanna Roberts Rassi, Khloe explained that she received criticism for going to a charity event without her daughter, True Thompson. "I was at a charity event last weekend and I'm literally trying to raise money for cancer research and I'm getting annihilated for being somewhere on a Sunday," Khloe said. "I'm like, 'She's with her dad, you a--hole. Like, what do you want me to do?'"

Kylie Jenner vs. Alex Rodriguez

After seeing Alex Rodriguez's claim that she was "talking about Instagram and her lipstick, and how rich she is" at the 2019 Met Gala, Kylie set the record straight. "Umm no i didn't," she tweeted. "We only spoke about Game of Thrones."

Kendall Jenner vs. Shady Accusations

In 2018, Kendall posted a photo of herself sitting at a rooftop table in lingerie. After seeing the photo, many social media users noted that the Kacey Musgraves billboard in the background appeared to be blurred.

Amid rumors of shade, Kendall clapped back, "yoooo, I was working all day and didn't edit this photo! Kacey is literally my f--kin fav! Space cowboy, I Miss You, Keep it to yourself, FOLLOW YOUR ARROW!! bangers!! ask anyone of my homies i die for her!"

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