and filed for divorce in 2021, but trouble in their marriage began years earlier. West's string of erratic behavior in 2016 put a serious strain on their relationship, compounded by the rapper's very vocal support for former and numerous controversial remarks.
in 2020, asking the public for compassion and empathy as they worked through their struggles as a family.
"I've never spoken publicly about how this has affected us at home because I am very protective of our children and Kanye's right to privacy when it comes to his health," Kardashian wrote on Instagram. " ... I kindly ask that the media and public give us the compassion and empathy that is needed so that we can get through this.
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Despite Kardashian's reported attempts to fix the marriage, rumblings of divorce came to a head in early 2021, and by February, the SKIMS founder had officially filed. In November 2022, the divorce was finalized.
Keep reading for a complete timeline of and 's divorce.
Nearly two years after marrying in 2014, that involved controversial rants and sparking feuds with celebrities such as
and Taylor Swift.
A source told PEOPLE that while "Kim is a very supportive wife," she was not happy with her husband's behavior on social media.
"What causes friction in the marriage, however, is Kanye's compulsive tweeting," the source said. "Kim can't stand it. She is all for self-promotion, but doesn't approve of Twitter drama."
After reportedly "acting erratically" at his trainer's home, West was taken to UCLA Medical Center for a psychiatric evaluation.
A source told PEOPLE that the breakdown only added to the strain on his and Kardashian's marriage, especially considering the couple was still dealing with the .
"Kim has had a very rough time since the robbery," said the source. "It hasn't helped that Kanye has been touring. Their lives have been quite chaotic. It's been very trying for them both and not a good recipe for a happy marriage."
West was released from the hospital in early December but did not return home to his family, a source told PEOPLE.
"He is receiving outpatient care somewhere else with a medical team," said the source. "Kim still seems concerned but is supportive. They don't know for how long Kanye will need outpatient care."
put even more strain on his marriage with Kardashian, but their inner circle encouraged them to work through their issues.
"Lots of couples have political differences; that's not a deal breaker. They're dealing with much more important things than who each of them supported for President," a source told PEOPLE, likely referring to and West's mental health.
"We're telling them to hold on, to get through this," added the source, who also said that Kardashian had no "imminent plans to file for divorce." "They both need to understand that adversity is what will make them stronger as a couple."
Amid a series of stressful events for the couple, Kardashian and West began receiving individual therapy, a source told PEOPLE.
"Kim is dealing with the trauma from the robbery," the insider said. "Kanye is receiving help for depression and learning how to cope with stress better."
The source also clarified that they were not undergoing couples therapy and had no plans to divorce, saying, "Truly no truth behind divorce rumors. It's not something she would divorce him over. He had a breakdown, but it does not pertain to them not getting along."
Though the couple spent the holidays together with their children, a source told PEOPLE that things were "still not great" in Kardashian and West's marriage.
"Kim and Kanye continue to spend time with the kids," they said. "They act friendly, but the passion seems to be missing."
Kardashian and West's marriage still appeared rocky, but Kardashian remained hopeful about their relationship.
"It doesn't seem like they have plans to split now," a source told PEOPLE. "Things don't seem great, but it also seems they are working to change that. Kanye has been very low-key and Kim appreciates that. With her life not being completely chaotic, she is able to be more understanding and patient with Kanye. Kim seems more hopeful about their future together."
In May 2017, Kardashian attended the Met Gala without her husband by her side, telling
s André Leon Talley that the rapper had "been taking some time off and really loving that."
Ahead of the annual Gala, a source told PEOPLE that West was simply not ready for big public events. "He's doing great but wants to keep his stress levels low and just wants to take more time off," they said. "Kim and Kanye are in a great place."
In June 2017, Kardashian and West decided to due to Kardashian's previous pregnancy complications.
When pregnant with both of her first two children, North and Saint, the star , a condition in which the placenta grows into the wall of the womb and prevents it from easily detaching at the time of birth, and was told she wouldn't be able to carry another baby.
A source told PEOPLE that the couple had "found the perfect surrogate" and were excited about welcoming a third child. "If things work out with the surrogate, they will be thrilled," the source said. "But they still have a long road to go."
On Jan. 15, 2018, , daughter Chicago West."Kanye and I are happy to announce the arrival of our healthy, beautiful baby girl," Kardashian West wrote in a post titled "She's Here!"
She continued: "We are incredibly who made our dreams come true with the greatest gift one could give and to our wonderful doctors and nurses for their special care."
One year after welcoming their daughter Chicago, PEOPLE confirmed that Kardashian and West were expecting a fourth child.
On May 10, 2019, Kardashian announced by tweeting, "He's here and he's perfect!" Seven days later, .
On July 4, 2020, in the upcoming election. "We must now realize the promise of America by trusting God, unifying our vision and building our future. I am running for president of the United States Flag of United States! #2020VISION," he wrote.
Kardashian showed her support by retweeting his statement and an American flag emoji.
Following a Twitter spree in which West claimed had tried to "lock him up" and that he was considering divorcing his wife, for the first time.
"As many of you know, Kanye has bi-polar disorder," she began a lengthy note shared on her Instagram Story. " ... I've never spoken publicly about how this has affected us at home because I am very protective of our children and Kanye's right to privacy when it comes to his health.
But today, I feel like I should comment on it because of the stigma and misconceptions about mental health."
Kardashian said that West is a "brilliant and complicated person" and that "his words sometimes do not align with his intentions."
"I kindly ask that the media and public give us the compassion and empathy that is needed so that we can get through this," she wrote. "Thank you for those who have expressed concern for Kanye's well-being and for your understanding."
In January 20221, multiple sources confirmed that .
"He knows that she's done," one source said. "She has had enough, and she told him that she wants some space to figure out her future."
"He's okay. He's sad, but okay. He knows the inevitable will happen, and he knows that it's coming soon," the source added.
on Feb. 19, 2021. A source told PEOPLE that things were amicable between the pair, and they were nearing a settlement.
During a performance at the at the Los Angeles Coliseum in December 2021, West altered his song "Runaway" to shout out his soon-to-be ex-wife.
After singing the lyrics, "I need you to run right back to me, baby," the rapper added, "more specifically, Kimberly."
Kardashian was in attendance along with her sister, , her mom, Kris Jenner, and two of her children, North and Saint.
Amid their ongoing divorce, from West. reported that the SKIMS founder filed court documents asking to separate issues of child custody and property from her marital status and have her maiden name restored.
For her cover story, after her split from West.
"For so long, I did what made other people happy," she told the magazine.
"And I think in the last two years I decided, I'm going to make myself happy. And that feels really good. And even if that created changes and caused my divorce, I think it's important to be honest with yourself about what really makes you happy. I've chosen myself."
The star also opened up about co-parenting with West, saying, "You could be so hurt or angry at your ex, but I think in front of the kids, it always has to be 'Your dad's the best.' "
Two months after Kardashian filed to be declared legally single, claiming that granting single status before coming to agreements regarding shared properties and the custody of their children could result in "a risk of adverse consequences."
The filing added that, "An early termination of status also creates barriers to obtaining evidence" if one of them "remarries before the case is concluded."
A hearing regarding Kardashian's petition was set for early March.
During a bifurcation hearing on March 1, 2022, . Kardashian appeared via video conference for the hearing, while West did not attend.
In a music video for West's new song "Eazy," which references Kardashian's new relationship with star , the rapper ties up and buries a claymation version of the comedian. A source told PEOPLE that and that she thinks it was "way too violent."
"She's really upset with Kanye that he'd do this," the source said.
"She's completely over all of this and she wants it to stop."
A since-deleted Instagram post shared by Davidson's friend and writer, Dave Sirus, showed a between the comedian and the rapper after West publicly criticized Kardashian's parenting skills.
"I've decided I'm not going to let you treat us this way anymore, and I'm done being quiet," he wrote after saying that Kardashian was "literally the best mother I've ever met.
"Grow the f— up."
At one point, Davidson says he is in Los Angeles and willing to meet up to discuss things with West. When the rapper asked him his location, Davidson sent a photo of himself flashing a peace sign with his fingers and sticking his tongue out along with the phrase, "in bed with your wife."
Davidson later offered to help West with his mental health, saying, "You don't have to feel this way anymore. There's no shame in having a little help. You'll be so happy and at peace."
Despite the drama surrounding her divorce from West, . On a new episode of , the star opened up about co-parenting, saying, "No matter what we're going through, I always want my kids to be around their dad as much as possible and just have their mornings with Dad and get dropped off at school."
During an appearance on , Kardashian said that "everything is going good" between her and West and shared that .
"We had Father's Day at the house," she said. "The kids spent the day with him and then we had a big Father's Day dinner and North cooked."
In an Instagram tribute to West, Kardashian wrote, "Thank you for being the best dad to our babies and loving them the way you do! Happy Father's Day Ye."
Following an uptick in antisemitic incidents in the Los Angeles area and a series of antisemitic comments made by West,
. Though she didn't reference West directly, the star wrote on Twitter, "Hate speech is never OK or excusable. I stand together with the Jewish community and call on the terrible violence and hateful rhetoric towards them to come to an immediate end."
As of Nov. 29, 2022, . According to documents obtained by PEOPLE, the former couple will have joint physical and legal custody of their four children: , , and
.
Kardashian will receive $200,000 a month in child support from West, who will also be responsible for half of the children's medical, educational and security expenses. Both parties waived spousal support.
As for their shared properties, in Hidden Hills, California, one of which is next door to an estate that West was awarded in the split. Kardashian will also get a home in Riverside, California, as well as three in Idaho and one in Malibu, California.
Following the settlement, a source told PEOPLE that .
"Although Kim and Kanye share custody [of the kids], Kim is the primary caregiver," the source said.
"They agreed that Kanye needs to speak to Kim in private about any complaints and not go public with them. She wants the kids to be protected. Kim hopes the co-parenting will be a bit easier from now on."
Before getting suspended from Twitter in early December, West , including one in which he alleged that Kardashian had cheated on him with NBA star .
"Let's break one last window before we get outa here," West tweeted along with a photo of Paul. "I caught this guy with Kim."
However, sources close to Kardashian told PEOPLE that the claim was fabricated.
"This is not true and sadly it's an ongoing pattern with Kanye — attacking Kim to redirect everyone's attention after a day of antics where he has said every hateful and offensive thing he can possibly dream of," said one insider.
During an appearance on the podcast .
"Something I learned is that you cannot help people that don't want the help," the reality star said. "You can't force your beliefs and project that on someone that thinks something totally different."
"It's okay to have those different views.
It's why the world goes round," she added. "But if you don't align in the same values and morals and things at your core, then it's okay to realize that this life is so short, and you should go and find the people that do align with what you really believe in."
In an episode of the mom of four spoke about her concerning her relationship with Kanye.
"I feel so bad for him," Kardashian told her sister Khloé, adding that she hadn't spoken to Kanye amid his antisemitic online attacks.
"Then I feel guilty that I posted something in support of the Jewish community, then people dropped him today," the SKIMS founder added.
"Then I'm like, 'Is that my fault that I posted that? Did that push them? Should I just have kept quiet?' But I'm vocal about everything else and I never know what to do."
In a confessional, she added, "I'm conflicted because I don’t ever want to jump in and be a part of a downfall for the father of my kids."
