Kendall Jenner has sparked concern among her family members who believe she is spending too much time with her new boyfriend Jacob Elordi.
The 30-year-old supermodel and the 29-year-old Oscar-nominated actor have become inseparable since they began dating in January, with Jenner reportedly planning their expensive trips, booking private jets, and hosting Elordi at her California residences.
Elordi has already settled into Jenner's homes in Beverly Hills and Montecito. The couple was seen together in London on August 22 and again on August 24 as their globe-trotting romance continues to escalate.
"Some of Kendall's family members think she is spending too much time with Jacob and catering to him too much," a source told the Daily Mail. "They are totally inseparable. She plans all their expensive trips, she has the big houses, she books the private jets, she has the connections."
Elordi has joined Jenner's inner circle, spending time with her close friends Hailey Bieber and Justin Bieber, as well as her lesser-known friends Renell Medrano and Lauren Perez. He has also bonded with her sister Kylie Jenner and her boyfriend Timothee Chalamet.
Jenner is a high-profile fashion model and reality television personality known for her appearances on Keeping Up With The Kardashians and its spinoff series. Elordi is an Australian actor who rose to international fame through feature films and prestige drama series before securing critical acclaim and award nominations.
Family Warnings and Sisterly Advice
While Jenner's family remains happy for her, her older half-sister Khloe Kardashian has urged caution. The source described Kardashian as acting like a mother figure who is warm and supportive, but also protective.
"Khloe is a sweetheart and acts like she is Kendall's mom sometimes," the source said. "She is super supportive to all her siblings, so warm, and generous and kind, but sometimes also like a helicopter parent, so it's only natural for Khloe to tell Kendall to be careful."
Kardashian's protective nature stems from her own turbulent romantic history, having sworn off dating for five years following public betrayals by Lamar Odom and Tristan Thompson. "Khloe has been burned so many times. I mean, look at what Lamar and Tristan did to her, so it's understandable she is wary of men," the source added. "She doesn't want to scare Kendall, she has just told her sister to keep one eye open."
In contrast, Kylie Jenner has encouraged her older sister to embrace the relationship fully. Kylie initially suggested that Jenner and Elordi date each other and has advised her to enjoy the romance rather than slow down.
Red Flags and Romance History
A second source raised concerns about Elordi's motives, claiming the actor enjoys the heightened public attention that comes with dating Jenner. "This is absolutely everything that Jacob wants as he loves every minute of his celebrity and Kendall is only providing him with more, it's like a drug to his ego," the second source said.
Jenner has previously dated high-profile figures including musician Bad Bunny and professional basketball players Devin Booker, Ben Simmons, and Blake Griffin. However, friends note that none possessed Elordi's reputation as a serial dater.
During his six years in the spotlight, Elordi has dated several prominent women, including Joey King, Zendaya, Olivia Jade Giannulli, and Jenner's friend and fellow model Kaia Gerber. "Friends worry Jacob will break Kendall's heart because he has dated so many women before and he tends to not stay in a relationship for too long. It is cause for concern," the second source stated.
Lifestyle Balance and Personal Support
Friends have suggested that Jenner, who has discussed her struggles with anxiety on Keeping Up With The Kardashians, take time to focus on her personal well-being. They recommended she spend more time riding her horses, pursuing home design projects, and going out with her friends.
Jenner frequently shares photos of her horses and dogs on Instagram, where fans have spotted Elordi's Golden Retriever, Layla. One mid-August Instagram photo showed Jenner cuddling up to the retriever, hinting at Elordi's constant presence.
Despite the warnings, Jenner remains unfazed by her family's anxiety. "Kendall says they are doing great, and he is a good person, so why mess with a good thing?" the first source said, adding that Jenner believes Elordi could be "the one" and has even joked about becoming "Kendall Elordi."
Insiders note that Elordi has provided strong emotional support, particularly when Jenner was grieving the death of her grandmother MJ. Being close to his own family, Elordi was there to comfort her during her grief.
Relationship Timeline and Future Plans
The relationship marks a major shift from early in the year when Jenner expressed a desire for single life. Speaking on the In Your Dreams podcast, she told host Owen Thiele: "I like this independence that I have right now. And I can do my own thing."
Her solitude ended later that month when she began dating Elordi, her longtime friend. The couple was photographed at a Vanity Fair Oscar party in March, caught kissing at the Coachella festival in April, and subsequently traveled to Hawaii in mid-May, Tokyo in early June, Australia, and Idaho. Most recently, they dined at a Japanese barbecue restaurant on Tuesday.
Neither star has been married, but both have voiced a desire for children. Jenner told Vogue France earlier this year that she wants children when her schedule permits: "Yes, of course. I want to have them, but not right now. I want to make sure I can dedicate a lot of time to them, and for the moment, I'm still too busy." Elordi told the Wall Street Journal last year that becoming a father would make him "the happiest person in the world."
Elordi's family has gradually accepted the relationship, while the second source noted Elordi is investing significant effort into the romance despite his busy career. The first source confirmed Elordi will not appear on The Kardashians, but indicated the pair might collaborate on a fashion campaign, noting Elordi's modeling work for Bottega Veneta, Calvin Klein, Chanel, Cartier, and TAG Heuer.
