Who was Kris Jenner’s sister, Karen Houghton?
KARDASHIAN fans are well informed about Kris Jenner's life before and after they shot to fame.
However, many don't know about Kris' relationship with her late sister, Karen Houghton, who passed away on March 18, 2024.
Who was Kris Jenner's sister, Karen Houghton?
Karen Houghton was Kris' younger sister, who lived in San Marcos, .
The sisters were raised by their single mother, Mary Jo Campbell, in San Diego after divorcing their father, Robert Houghton.
Prior to her death, Karen was a part-time nurse. Additionally, she published two cooking books.
She released her first cookbook, Naturally Gourmet Cookbook, in 2010 and released Vol. 2 of the cookbook in 2013.
Over the years, the sisters have shared a roller-coaster relationship.
In Kris's 2011 autobiography, she said about her sister: "We loved each other, and we were there for each other through thick and thin, and to this day, we are a part of each other's lives."
Sadly, Karen passed away on March 18, 2024, according to Kris.
According to , Karen's cause of death was attributed to "cardiac arrest and sudden cardiac arrhythmia."
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What did Kris say about Karen’s passing?
Kris Jenner shared her thoughts on Karen's passing in a sweet tribute via Instagram.
"It is with the heaviest heart and deepest sadness that I share that my sister Karen passed away yesterday unexpectedly," she began the .
"My heart aches for my mom MJ and my niece Natalie and I pray that God guides us all through this difficult time. Karen was beautiful inside and out. She was the sweetest, kindest, the most sensitive and vulnerable and so so funny.
"She always felt grateful and thankful for her life and treasured her family and friends and especially her beautiful daughter."
Kris went on to say Karen "holds such a huge part" of her heart. She encouraged her followers to tell their loved ones that they are appreciated.
"Karen’s passing is a reminder that life is so short and precious and tomorrow is never promised," she wrote.
"We must tell those we cherish how much we love them. I love you my beautiful sister," Kris concluded her post.
Did Karen Houghton have children?
Karen Houghton is survived by her daughter, Natalie, whom she shared with her ex-husband of six years, Mark Zettel.
Born January 20, 1998, Natalie came into the public eye in 2019 when she was seen with her cousin, .
According to Natalie's , she is a model and entrepreneur.
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Natalie founded , a clothing rental company based in California.
Like her famous relatives, Natalie has built a following with over 59,000 followers on Instagram.