Kris Jenner's Sister's Cause Of Death Has Finally Been Revealed, Weeks After Her Passing

Highlights

• Kris Jenner's sister, Karen Houghton, unexpectedly passed away from cardiac arrest and sudden cardiac arrhythmia at age 65.
• Houghton also had Type 2 diabetes and bipolar disorder, and her body has since been cremated, per reports.
• While fans mourned the loss, some questioned why they knew so little about Houghton, pointing to her private life away from the spotlight.

Kris Jenner announced the tragic passing of her younger sister, Karen Houghton, on March 19, 2024. Houghton died on March 18, 2024, at age 65. However, at the time of her passing, no cause of death had been revealed, but it was believed she had died of natural causes. Weeks later, it was confirmed that her death was a result of cardiac arrest and sudden cardiac arrhythmia, TMZ reports.

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Per the outlet, her death certificate also noted "Type 2 diabetes as a secondary underlying cause." Houghton's medical files also confirmed that she had bipolar disorder. Her body has since been cremated.

What Has Kris Jenner Said About Her Sister's Death?

Kris Jenner announced the death of her sister, Karen Houghton, on Instagram, sharing a heartfelt message with fans. "It is with the heaviest heart and deepest sadness that I share that my sister Karen passed away yesterday unexpectedly," she wrote at the time. In her tribute, Jenner also commented on the impact Houghton's death had on those who loved her, including her mother, Mary Jo Campbell, and Houghton's daughter, Natalie Zettel.

"My heart aches for my mom MJ and my niece Natalie, and I pray that God guides us all through this difficult time," Jenner wrote. "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."

Jenner continued, "She holds such a huge part of my heart, and I cherish every single memory we have together. Karen's passing is a reminder that life is so short and precious and tomorrow is never promised. We must tell those we cherish how much we love them. I love you, my beautiful sister." According to TMZ, sources close to the situation told them, "Kris was extremely upset by the loss of her sister," which was reflected in her statement. Jenner has made no further comment about Houghton.

What Was The Fan Reaction To The Death Of Kris Jenner's Sister?

Although most people showed love and compassion to Kris Jenner after she announced Karen Houghton's death, some fans also questioned why they knew so little about her.

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"Well it looks like they haven't seen each other since the 80s,"a comment reads. "No pictures of Karen and Kris together in the last 30 years or so says everything about their relationship," another wrote. Others have commented on how little had been said about Houghton, despite Jenner living much of her life in the public eye. "I don't recall Kris EVER even mentioning she had a sister," a comment reads. Another fan agreed, writing, "Not once has anyone mentioned her in all the years of filming and not one photo from the last what 20 years?"

"Why don't we ever hear about her sister????" one fan asked. While others responded with similar thoughts, some people were quick to shut down this line of questioning. "Maybe … just maybe ... it's none of our business," one response reads. Maybe she wanted to lead a private life. Sending thoughts and prayers for you because you were left in the dark." It is true that Houghton preferred to live her life away from the spotlight.

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