Kendall Jenner has directly addressed ongoing online speculation about her sexuality, offering clarity in her own words during a recent podcast appearance. The 30-year-old model and reality television star spoke candidly on the Friday, January 9 episode of the In Your Dreams podcast, where she discussed how persistent internet narratives have shaped public conversation around her personal life. Jenner explained that she is aware of a section of the internet that labels her as a closeted lesbian, and she emphasized that the tone of many comments has often been harsh rather than inclusive. She shared that the language used in these discussions has been unkind and, at times, aggressive, which she said is what truly troubles her about the speculation. Her comments were made in conversation with podcast host Owen Thiele and were shared publicly through the podcast’s official release.
Kendall Jenner Clarifies Her Sexuality on the In Your Dreams Podcast
Jenner stated during the podcast that she does not identify as gay and added that she believes she would be open about her sexuality if that were the case. She explained that while she understands coming out can be deeply difficult for many people, she feels confident that, at this stage of her life, she would not feel compelled to hide that part of herself. She also addressed claims suggesting that hiding her sexuality would somehow benefit her career, saying she does not understand how being open could be considered harmful to business. Jenner concluded her remarks by stating that, as of now, she is not a lesbian, while also expressing that she remains open-minded about life experiences without placing rigid labels on the future.
Following her candid discussion, Jenner reiterated her long-standing approach to privacy, particularly when it comes to romantic relationships. She has previously been linked to public figures including Harry Styles, NBA player Devin Booker, and most recently rapper Bad Bunny, whose breakup was confirmed by a source speaking to PEOPLE in late 2023. Despite public interest, Jenner has consistently chosen to keep her dating life largely off-camera. This perspective has been supported by Keeping Up with the Kardashians executive producer Farnaz Farjam, who explained in a 2021 interview that Jenner prefers to wait at least a year before allowing partners to appear on the show. Jenner echoed this sentiment in a 2019 interview with Vogue Australia, where she explained that she considers her relationships sacred and believes that public exposure often complicates something meant to remain personal.