As Her Romance With Jacob Elordi Grows More Serious, Kendall Jenner Is Reportedly Refusing to Let Kris Jenner Interfere

Kendall Jenner’s relationship with actor Jacob Elordi is reportedly becoming increasingly serious, but that may be exactly why the 30-year-old supermodel is determined to keep her romance away from the spotlight of The Kardashians. According to multiple sources, Kendall has taken a firm stance with her mother, Kris Jenner, following reports that the Kardashian matriarch is considering making the relationship part of the reality show’s upcoming season.

An insider claimed that Kendall is particularly concerned about her romance with Jacob becoming a storyline on the family’s hit reality series. “The problem is, if Kris wants to make it a plot line, she can just mention it herself and gossip to one of the sisters about it, so Kendall doesn’t actually have a lot of control.”

According to the source, Kendall has even considered walking away from The Kardashians if her new boyfriend becomes part of the show’s narrative. The model is said to be determined not to let anyone interfere with a relationship she deeply values.

“She’s very into Jacob and doesn’t want her mom ruining it,” the insider claimed.

Another source added that Jacob Elordi has been giving Kendall his full attention since they began dating. “Jacob is incredibly charming, and he’s very zeroed in on Kendall. He’s been pouring all his attention on her, and it’s intoxicating.”

Despite that, Kendall reportedly entered the relationship with caution, fully aware of Jacob Elordi’s reputation for breaking hearts. “Going into this, Kendall vowed she’d stay grounded because she’s well aware of Jacob’s heartbreaker reputation. But it’s gotten a lot more intense than she was expecting.”

According to reports, Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi have been dating since January 2026. Although neither has publicly confirmed the relationship, the pair are said to have been spending significant time together while intentionally keeping their romance far more private than Kendall’s previous relationships.

This is far from the first time Kendall has chosen to keep her love life out of the public eye. Unlike many members of the Kardashian-Jenner family, who frequently share personal milestones through reality television and social media, Kendall has consistently maintained a clear boundary between her career and her private life. In previous interviews, she has admitted that exposing relationships to the public often creates unnecessary pressure and can make them more difficult to sustain.

For that reason, Kendall is reportedly uncomfortable with the possibility of her relationship with Jacob becoming part of The Kardashians. The reality series has documented the Kardashian-Jenner family’s lives for nearly two decades and has played a major role in turning them into one of the world’s most recognizable celebrity families. Even so, Kendall has traditionally been the sibling who shares the least about her romantic relationships on camera.

Kris Jenner has long been regarded as Hollywood’s ultimate “momager,” balancing the roles of both mother and business manager to her famous children. She is widely known for turning family milestones and personal moments into compelling television storylines. Because of that, many believe that any significant relationship involving one of her children is unlikely to escape the cameras.

According to insiders, Kendall understands that if Kris truly wants to make her romance part of the show, she could simply bring it up during conversations with Kendall’s sisters, even if Kendall herself chooses not to discuss it on screen.

Born in 1995, Kendall Jenner has established herself as one of the world’s most successful fashion models. She launched her modeling career as a teenager before walking the runway for luxury fashion houses including Chanel, Versace, Prada, Balmain, Givenchy and Jacquemus. She has also appeared on the covers of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle and numerous other international fashion publications, consistently ranking among the highest-paid models in the industry.

Outside of modeling, Kendall has expanded her business portfolio through her tequila brand, 818 Tequila, while partnering with leading fashion, beauty and luxury brands. Unlike some of her sisters, whose careers have largely centered around reality television and social media, Kendall has repeatedly emphasized that she wants to be recognized primarily for her work in high fashion.

Over the years, Kendall has been romantically linked to several high-profile figures, including Ben Simmons, Devin Booker, Bad Bunny and other celebrities from the worlds of sports and entertainment. Most of those relationships, however, remained relatively private, with Kendall rarely confirming details publicly.

Jacob Elordi, meanwhile, rose to international fame through The Kissing Booth before earning widespread critical acclaim for his portrayal of Nate Jacobs in HBO’s Euphoria. In recent years, he has continued to build an impressive acting career with acclaimed films such as Priscilla, Saltburn and several other high-profile projects, cementing his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after young actors.

Beyond his acting career, Jacob has frequently made headlines for his personal life. He has previously dated Joey King, Kaia Gerber and Olivia Jade, while also developing a reputation in the tabloids as something of a “heartbreaker” due to several high-profile breakups. According to insiders, that reputation is one of the reasons Kendall initially approached their relationship cautiously.

Nevertheless, sources close to the couple insist that Jacob is now fully invested in Kendall and that their relationship continues to move in a positive direction. That may also explain why Kendall is reportedly determined to keep the romance away from reality television and the constant attention surrounding her famous family.

Neither Kendall Jenner, Jacob Elordi nor Kris Jenner has publicly commented on the reports. Still, speculation surrounding Kendall’s determination to protect her relationship from both the media and The Kardashians continues to generate widespread interest. For someone who has always been one of the most private members of the Kardashian-Jenner family, reports that she would even consider leaving the family’s reality show to protect her personal life have only intensified public curiosity about her romance with Jacob Elordi.