Kourtney Kardashian is revisiting a surprising chapter in her relationship with younger sister Kim Kardashian, and it involves a secret Las Vegas wedding, an unexpected discovery, and weeks of silence between the siblings.
In an exclusive preview shared by PEOPLE from the October 22 episode of Hulu's The Kardashians, Kourtney, 47, reveals that she and Kim, 46, stopped speaking after Kim secretly married music producer Damon Thomas in 2000 at just 19 years old.
© GC ImagesThe reason? Kourtney learned about the marriage from her friends instead of her own sister.
Why Kourtney Kardashian Stopped Speaking to Kim After Her Secret Wedding
The family drama resurfaces during a conversation between Kourtney and her stepdaughter, Alabama Barker, in the upcoming episode of The Kardashians. Alabama, 20, opens up about an ongoing disagreement with her older brother, Landon Barker, 23.
The siblings have reportedly gone nearly four weeks without speaking after Alabama shared information with their father, Travis Barker, that Landon did not want disclosed. Alabama explains that she believed telling their father was in Landon's best interest, even though it created tension between them.
The situation immediately reminds Kourtney of a disagreement she experienced with Kim years earlier. Kourtney recalls that she and Kim also went four weeks without speaking during their college years. The disagreement stemmed from Kim's decision to get married without informing her family.
© GC ImagesIn a confessional, Kourtney explains that she discovered her younger sister's marriage through mutual friends. Rather than keeping the information to herself, Kourtney decided to tell their mother, Kris Jenner.
According to Kourtney, Kris had already been receiving unexpected congratulations from people who believed her daughter was married. Kim, however, was furious that Kourtney had revealed the secret.
Who Was Kim Kardashian's First Husband, Damon Thomas?
Long before her marriages to Kris Humphries and Kanye West, Kim Kardashian married music producer Damon Thomas in Las Vegas in 2000.
© Disney General Entertainment ConKim was 19 at the time, while Thomas was approximately 29. Thomas was already established in the music industry, working as a producer and songwriter. The couple's relationship remained relatively private, particularly because Kim had not yet become a household name.
Their marriage ended in divorce in 2004.
Over the years, Kim has occasionally discussed the relationship, offering glimpses into her life before “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” premiered in 2007.
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© WireImage for The Recording AcadIn a 2011 interview with Harper's Bazaar, referenced by E! News, Kim reflected on how much she had changed since her teenage years. She acknowledged that she had once been overly dependent on romantic partners and wished her younger self had recognized her independence and potential.
Kim Kardashian's Family Previously Revealed How They Discovered Her Marriage
Interestingly, Kourtney's latest account is not the first time the family has discussed Kim's secret wedding. During a 2010 appearance on Larry King Live, Kim explained that Kourtney discovered her marriage license online and emailed it to Kris Jenner.
Kris then gave Kim 24 hours to tell her father about the marriage. The moment was particularly difficult for the family because Kim had married without involving her parents. Kris described the situation as upsetting, while Kim acknowledged that she was young and had much to learn.
© Getty ImagesIn a 2011 Redbook family interview, Khloé Kardashian also recalled that Kourtney and Kim had stopped speaking for a couple of months following the wedding.
Kim Kardashian Once Revealed What She Wore to Her First Wedding
Kim has also shared an unexpected fashion detail about her first wedding. During a March 2025 episode of The Kardashians, the SKIMS founder reflected on the outfits she wore for her three wedding ceremonies.
Unlike the extravagant designer gowns associated with her later weddings, her first bridal look was anything but traditional. For her Las Vegas ceremony with Thomas, Kim chose leather capri pants, a backless leather halter top and Prada wedges.
© InstagramThe outfit was a far cry from the elaborate Vera Wang gowns she later wore for her 2011 wedding to NBA player Kris Humphries. Her third wedding, to Kanye West in Florence, Italy, in 2014, featured a custom Givenchy gown.
Khloé Kardashian Helped Kim Financially During Her First Divorce
While Kourtney's relationship with Kim suffered during the secret wedding controversy, another Kardashian sister later played an important role when the marriage ended. In a previous episode of The Kardashians, Kim revealed that Khloé helped her financially when she was struggling to start over after separating from Thomas.
Kim recalled that Khloé had received a giant Coca-Cola bottle-shaped piggy bank when she was a child. Over the years, the family had filled the container with money.
© GettyWhen Kim needed financial assistance after moving out, Khloé offered her the savings. The sisters spent hours counting the money and discovered that the piggy bank contained approximately $6,000.
According to Kim, the amount helped her secure an apartment and cover her initial rental expenses.
Kourtney and Kim Kardashian's Complicated Sister Relationship
Kourtney and Kim have experienced several highly publicized disagreements over the years. Their arguments have ranged from family priorities and business commitments to personal boundaries and wedding-related controversies.
One of their most memorable disputes involved accusations surrounding Kourtney's 2022 wedding to Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and Kim's subsequent collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana.
© SKIMS x Dolce & GabbanaWhen Does the New Episode of The Kardashians Air?
The episode featuring Kourtney's recollection of Kim's first wedding is scheduled to premiere on Thursday, October 22, 2026, on Hulu.
The conversation is part of the eighth season of The Kardashians, which continues to follow the family's personal relationships, parenting experiences, and business ventures.
