Kendall Jenner has set the record straight on years of speculation about her relationship with Cara Delevingne.
Jenner, 30, used the latest episode of “The Kardashians” to address the persistent rumor that she and Delevingne, 32, were once romantically involved. The model made clear that their bond has always been platonic, even as she left the door open to future possibilities.
“We have been friends for a long time now — going on 11 or 12 years,” Jenner said on the show. “She brought me under her wing — in a way — and made me feel really safe and welcome in the modeling world.”
The two first connected as young models climbing the industry’s ranks, and their visible closeness over the years fueled repeated gossip. Jenner directly confronted the speculation during the episode, stating: “There’s definitely a rumor that Cara and I, like, date, which is not true.”
She continued: “By the way, I have nothing against having sex with Cara. Never say never, right?”
Jenner elaborated on why the public misread their dynamic. “We should address this. It’s because of our love for each other. People think I’m a lesbian to this day. I’m not,” she said.
The “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” alum emphasized her loyalty to Delevingne while firmly denying any past romance. “There’s definitely a rumor that her and I dated or something in the past, which is not true. Not that I would have anything wrong with dating Cara but we’ve just always been best buds,” she added.
“I love Cara. She’s my sister and that never happened. For the record, I think being a lesbian would be fun and amazing,” Jenner shared on the series.
Despite stating she is not attracted to women, Jenner made a striking admission about her openness to experimentation. She said she “wouldn’t be opposed to having some fun with a girl.”
The model then pivoted to a joke about her frustrations with dating men. “Being a lesbian would be fun and easier,” she quipped, adding: “Men suck.”
The trailer for the new season, released last month, first teased Jenner’s willingness to discuss the topic. In that preview, she delivered the same direct denial about Delevingne while maintaining her playful, boundary-pushing tone.
Jenner’s comments arrive amid ongoing public interest in her love life. She is currently rumored to be dating actor Jacob Elordi, 26, though she has not confirmed the relationship on the show.
The speculation about Jenner and Delevingne dates back roughly a decade, intensifying as both women became fixtures in fashion and celebrity circles. Their frequent appearances together at events, coordinated outings, and affectionate social media posts consistently generated headlines and fan theories about a hidden romance.
Delevingne, who has been open about her own sexuality and relationships with women, has not publicly responded to Jenner’s latest remarks. The British model has previously discussed experiencing “suicidal” moments due to shame about her sexuality early in her career.
Jenner’s approach to the topic—simultaneously shutting down false rumors while expressing genuine admiration for queer relationships—reflects her broader pattern of controlling narratives about her personal life through the family’s Hulu platform.
The new season of “The Kardashians” continues streaming on Hulu.