In the shimmering world of Hollywood’s most public family, there remains a question that has followed them for years: who is really the father of Khloé Kardashian? And by extension, is she fully a “Kardashian” in the way her sisters are understood? At the heart of this question lies Kris Jenner’s admitted affair during her marriage to Robert Kardashian Sr., a long‑term relationship with her hairstylist, and the resulting swirl of paternity rumors.

The Known History: Marriage and Affair

Kris Jenner married Robert Kardashian Sr. in 1978. Together they had four children: Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Khloé, and Rob Kardashian Jr.. Their marriage lasted until 1991.In her memoir and subsequent interviews, Kris admitted to having had an affair during that marriage. For example, one article states: “Kris Jenner’s affair ‘destroyed’ Robert Kardashian, says Khloé,” with Khloé herself acknowledging: “I love my mom but my mom cheated on my dad.”

The affair Kris admitted to involved a man named Todd Waterman (a former soccer player turned animator) according to several sources. So far, these facts are not in dispute: Kris and Robert were married; Kris admits infidelity occurred.

The Rumor: Hair Stylist as Biological Father

But beyond that admitted affair, a persistent rumor has circulated: that Kris’s longtime hairstylist, Alex Roldan, is in fact Khloé’s biological father, rather than Robert KardashianThis theory has several ingredients:

Alex Roldan has been Kris Jenner’s hairstylist for decades—some sources say over 20‑30 years.

Observers note a striking physical resemblance between Khloé and Roldan: lighter hair, taller stature, facial structure, even Khloé’s middle name “Alexandra” is pointed out by some.

Two of Robert Kardashian Sr.’s ex‑wives (after Kris) are quoted in media as saying Robert told them he believed Khloé was not his biological daughter. For example: Jan Ashley told Star magazine: “Khloé is not his kid—he told me that … ’Well, you know that Khloé’s not really a Kardashian, don’t you?’”

Despite the rumors, Kris Jenner publicly confirms Robert Kardashian Sr. is Khloé’s father. In one article: “Kris Jenner confirms that Robert Kardashian is Khloé’s real father.”

Therefore the rumor remains unverified. But the combination of confessions of infidelity, resemblance, insider comments, and persistent speculation has fueled the narrative.

Why It Matters: Identity, Public Image & Family Brand

For the Kardashian‑Jenner brand, the question of paternity carries more weight than one might assume. Khloé is presented publicly as the younger sister of Kim and Kourtney. The brand and reality‑show format emphasize family unity, shared identity, and the “Kardashian” name. If Khloé were not biologically a Kardashian (i.e., not Robert’s child), it challenges the neat narrative of the family.

Moreover, Khloé herself has referenced the impact of Kris’s affair on her father and her sense of relationship values. On Kocktails with Khloé, she said:

I love my mom but my mom cheated on my dad, which she’s been honest about… I think because of that and I saw how it destroyed my dad, I’ve never ever cheated in any relationship.”

These remarks tie the affair to broader themes of trust, family trauma, and legacy. They also hint at Khloé’s own awareness of something being different.

The Evidence and What We Don’t Have

What we have:

Kris Jenner’s admission of an affair during her marriage to Robert Kardashian.

Reports from Robert’s former wives and others claiming Robert believed Khloé was not biologically his.

Public speculation about the resemblance between Khloé and Alex Roldan, and their connections.

What we donot have:

Conclusive DNA evidence made public. Despite talk of paternity tests, none verified conclusively in public domain has settled the question.

Any official statement or credible documentation verifying that Kris Jenner had a sexual affair with Alex Roldan. The media articles note that such claims remain speculative.

A public acknowledgment from Khloé, Kris or Alex that the hairstylist is father to Khloé.

Independent verification of the exact timeline and mechanics of the alleged affair relative to Khloé’s conception.

Hence, while there is much suspicion and rumor, the threshold for definitive proof has not been met in public domain.

Timeline & Key Moments

1978: Kris Jenner marries Robert Kardashian Sr.

1984 (approx): Khloé is born. (Exact date: June 27 1984)

1991: Kris and Robert divorce.

2011: Kris publishes her memoir where she admits to an affair.

2012 and after: Rumors intensify. Robert’s ex‑wives Jan Ashley and Ellen Pierson publicly claim he believed Khloé not his biological daughter.

2012: On an episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, Kris suggests a paternity test; Khloé refuses.

Recent years: The rumors continue via social‑media posts, Reddit threads, blog articles pointing to resemblance between Khloé and Alex Roldan.

Arguments for the Hairstylist Theory

The resemblance between Khloé and Alex Roldan (lighter hair, taller height, facial features) is cited by many fans as strong anecdotal evidence. > “They look like twins!” one Redditor commented.

The middle name “Alexandra” for Khloé is flagged by some as a nod to “Alex” Roldan.

Alex Roldan’s proximity to Kris Jenner and the family, longstanding professional alliance and presence in family‑related media reinforce speculation about a more personal connection.

Conflicting comments from Robert’s ex‑wives suggest that even within the family circle, there was belief Robert was aware his paternity was questionable.

Counterarguments & Official Position

Kris Jenner publicly affirmed that Robert Kardashian Sr. is Khloé’s father.

Without a publicly released DNA test or legal declaration the claims remain speculative. Khloé herself has expressed she doesn’t need one to validate who her father is.

Resemblance alone is a weak legal or genetic proof; many siblings look different from each other. Some Redditors point this out.

The affair Kris admitted to (with Todd Waterman) is not the hairstylist; so far no credible source claims she named the hairstylist as the affair partner.

Implications & What It Suggests

If the rumors were true, this would have implications such as:

Khloé’s public identity and the branding of “Kardashian” would carry a caveat—her biological father might be someone outside the Kardashian lineage.

The narrative of family unity would be complicated by hidden paternity and unacknowledged relationships.

For Khloé personally, the question of “who is my father” may carry emotional weight beyond public curiosity—identity, belonging, and legacy.

For celebrity culture and media, it raises questions about how behind‑the‑scenes personal affairs can alter public narratives.

Even if the rumors are not definitively proven, their persistence underscores a broader phenomenon: public fascination with lineage, authenticity in celebrity families, and the intersections of private truth and public image.

What We Still Don’t Know & Key Questions

Was a DNA test ever taken and the results kept private? If so, by whom?

Did Kris Jenner ever have a romantic relationship with Alex Roldan beyond hairstylist/client? And if so, when and for how long?

What was the timeline of the affair relative to Khloé’s conception?

Why have Robert Kardashian Sr.’s comments (as reported by his ex‑wives) about Khloé’s paternity never led to public legal or scientific inquiry?

How has Khloé personally processed the question of her paternity and identity over the years?

Final Thoughts

In many ways, this story is less about concrete facts and more about the interplay between public image and private lives. The headline “KHLOÉ is NOT a true Kardashian” sells intrigue—but the reality remains ambiguous. Kris Jenner has admitted to infidelity. Rumors have long linked Khloé’s paternity to the family hairstylist. But no publicly verified proof ties these threads conclusively together.