The O.J. Simpson Paternity Rumor: Why Khloé Kardashian Is *So* Over It

You know, some jokes just never seem to die. And for Khloé Kardashian, the persistent, decades-old whispers and "jokes" about O.J. Simpson being her biological father are definitely one of them. Frankly, it’s a narrative she’s grown incredibly weary of, and who can blame her? It's been twenty years, folks, twenty years of the same tired speculation.

The topic recently resurfaced during a family dinner, and who else but her sister, Kim Kardashian, was the one to stir the pot once more? Kim, with a characteristic twinkle in her eye, posed the question to Khloé: "Do you want to take a DNA test with Kris?" — referring, of course, to their mom, Kris Jenner. While Kim might have meant it as light-hearted banter, the effect on Khloé was anything but. She simply sighed, looking utterly fed up with the whole charade.

Khloé's frustration isn't new. She's been incredibly vocal over the years about how exhausting and, frankly, hurtful these rumors are. Imagine living under that kind of cloud, constantly having your paternity questioned, especially when it’s tied to such a sensational and tragic period in your family’s history. It’s no wonder she described the situation as "frustrating" and "exhausting." It’s a burden, pure and simple, and one she never asked for.

But let's give credit where it's due: Kris Jenner, matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, has consistently and adamantly shut down these ridiculous claims. Every single time. She’s been unwavering in her stance, confirming without a shadow of a doubt that Robert Kardashian Sr. is Khloé's biological father. It must be incredibly trying for her, too, to constantly defend her daughter’s parentage and honor her late husband's memory against such baseless gossip.

The "joke" often seems to originate from older relatives, people who perhaps remember the close friendship between Robert Kardashian Sr. and O.J. Simpson, and the infamous trial that captivated the world. But what starts as a whispered family aside can quickly morph into a public spectacle, especially when you're a Kardashian. It’s a situation where the line between humor and genuine hurt often gets blurred, if not completely erased.

For those who point to perceived physical differences, arguing Khloé doesn't quite fit the typical Kardashian look, it's worth remembering that genetics are wonderfully complex. Khloé herself has pointed out her strong resemblance to Robert Kardashian Sr.'s side of the family, particularly his mother. In fact, she even took a DNA test years ago on their show, "Keeping Up With The Kardashians," though that specific test was to address rumors about another potential father figure, not O.J. directly. Still, it underscored her desire for clarity and to put these rumors to rest.

At the end of the day, Khloé just wants these conversations to cease. It's a deeply personal matter that's been dragged through the public sphere for far too long. While her family might view it as an old, quirky inside joke, for Khloé, it’s a constant reminder of unwanted scrutiny and a rather painful narrative that simply refuses to fade away. Perhaps, just perhaps, it’s time to let this particular "joke" finally rest in peace.