Kris Jenner Recounts Her Reaction to Caitlyn's Transition 

On Wednesday, April 6, Kris Jenner got candid on "Good Morning America" about her relationship with Caitlyn.

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Kris admitted that Caitlyn's transition was "a big shock" and a "scary thing" for her family to experience.

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The momager explained that she and her family never expected to confront or deal with the subject directly.

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Now Caitlyn's ex-wife and family have come to terms with her new status and support her.

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Kris told host Robin Roberts that she and Caitlyn are fine and friends. They also meet at family gatherings.

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The exes divorced in October 2013, two years before the "I Am Cait" star came out as transgender.

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The former spouses became estranged when Caitlyn published her tell-all memoir "The Secrets of My Life."

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While on "Celebrity Big Brother," Caitlyn said things were okay with Kris but could be better.

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Caitlyn credited her desire for a better friendship with Kris to the benefit of their offspring, Kendall and Kylie.

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