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Khloe Kardashian is facing criticism online following the announcement of a new Netflix documentary centered on her former husband, Lamar Odom.
The project, titled UNTOLD: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom, is the fourth installment in Netflix’s sports documentary series and is set to premiere March 31. The film revisits the former NBA star’s basketball career, his struggles with addiction and the pivotal events that nearly cost him his life.
While some viewers say the documentary offers an opportunity for reflection and redemption, others are questioning the motives behind the project — including Kardashian’s involvement.
The Netflix documentary revisits Lamar Odom’s lowest point
The upcoming film takes a closer look at Odom’s rise in professional basketball and the personal challenges that unfolded behind the scenes. Central to the documentary is the 2015 incident at the Love Ranch brothel in Nevada, where Odom was found unresponsive after a drug overdose.
He was later hospitalized and suffered multiple strokes and heart attacks during his recovery. The medical emergency marked a turning point in his life and became one of the most widely reported celebrity health crises of the decade.
According to Netflix’s description of the episode, the documentary examines the career decisions and personal struggles that led to that night, while also exploring Odom’s survival and path forward.
Khloe Kardashian is expected to share her perspective
Kardashian, who married Odom in 2009 and finalized their divorce in 2016, is expected to appear in the documentary to discuss her experience during his health crisis and their highly publicized relationship.
At the time of Odom’s hospitalization, Kardashian paused divorce proceedings to support him through his recovery. Their relationship, which unfolded largely on reality television and in tabloids, has remained a point of public fascination.
Some fans have expressed support for Kardashian’s participation, noting the emotional toll the experience likely had on her. Others, however, have accused her of benefiting from revisiting a painful chapter in Odom’s life, sparking debate across social media platforms.
Social media reactions are sharply divided
Following Netflix’s announcement, online reactions quickly poured in. Critics pointed to Odom’s past struggles with substance abuse and questioned whether the documentary would serve as meaningful reflection or simply reopen old wounds.
Others voiced sympathy for Odom, acknowledging the severity of his medical crisis and the long road to recovery that followed. Supporters argued that sharing his story could help shed light on addiction and survival, particularly given how close he came to losing his life.
The polarized response highlights the continued public interest in both Odom’s personal journey and his former marriage to Kardashian.
The creative team behind the project
The Death & Life of Lamar Odom is directed by Ryan Duffy. The film is produced by Chapman and Maclain Way, who previously worked on other UNTOLD installments. Additional producers include Ben Silverman, Howard Owens, Isabel San Vargas, Jeff Jenkins, Shondrella Avery, Jake Graham-Felsen and Carolyn Craddock.
Odom has previously spoken publicly about his addiction struggles, acknowledging past substance use and the impact it had on his career and relationships. The documentary appears poised to expand on those admissions, offering further insight into his experiences.
As the March 31 premiere approaches, viewers will ultimately decide whether the film feels like a thoughtful examination of resilience or a controversial revisit of celebrity trauma.
Source:The Mirror US.
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