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Lamar Odom Disputes Khloe Kardashian's Life Support Claims

4/8/2026

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Lamar Odom disputed Khloe Kardashian's claim in the Netflix documentary Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom that his father Joe Odom wanted him taken off life support in 2015.
He said he doesn’t think that is something Joe would have said.
Odom added that Joe was his biggest fan and that Khloe's account may be mistranslated.
He acknowledged Khloe's support and said he is focused on sobriety.

History

Historical Context

Lamar Odom's near-fatal overdose in 2015 reignited discussions about addiction and celebrity culture, echoing the struggles of icons like Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson. Odom, who won NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2009 and 2010, faced personal challenges, including a tumultuous marriage to Khloé Kardashian. This incident underscores the ongoing stigma surrounding addiction and the importance of mental health awareness.

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Story summary

Lamar Odom disputed Khloe Kardashian's claim in the Netflix documentary Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom that his father Joe Odom wanted him taken off life support in 2015.
He said he doesn’t think that is something Joe would have said.
Odom added that Joe was his biggest fan and that Khloe's account may be mistranslated.
He acknowledged Khloe's support and said he is focused on sobriety.

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