Jordyn Woods’ Sister Opens Up About Tristan Thompson Cheating Scandal and Kylie Jenner Fallout

Jodie Woods is speaking publicly about the lasting emotional impact of the 2019 cheating scandal involving her sister, Jordyn Woods, Tristan Thompson, Khloé Kardashian, and Kylie Jenner. The controversy began when Jordyn Woods was accused of getting too close to Thompson, who was dating Khloé Kardashian at the time. Jordyn denied having sex with Thompson during a later Red Table Talk interview, saying their interaction involved only a kiss. Although she rejected the more serious allegations, the episode triggered intense public backlash and damaged her friendship with Kylie Jenner.

In the years since, Kylie has acknowledged the rift and said in 2024 that she felt heartbroken over losing that friendship, though the separation was necessary. She explained that the two had not completely cut off contact, but that distance was needed after the fallout. Despite the pain, there have been signs that Jordyn and Kylie have been rebuilding their relationship gradually, with more recent appearances suggesting they are on better terms than they were immediately after the scandal.

Now Jodie Woods, Jordyn’s younger sister, is opening up about how deeply the incident affected her family. In the first episode of the new Netflix series Calabasas Confidential, released on Friday, Jodie said she still feels traumatized by the online abuse that followed the scandal. She described herself as extremely protective of Jordyn and recalled receiving threatening and hateful messages in her direct messages and comment sections, including cruel remarks wishing harm on her sister and telling her to die.

Jodie said those experiences made her feel as if she had post-traumatic stress disorder. She explained that the backlash left her feeling guarded around other people and more cautious in relationships. The emotional strain, she said tearfully, changed the way she approaches trust and made it harder to feel safe with others.

At the same time, Jodie emphasized that the ordeal brought her and Jordyn even closer. She said the experience forced them to rely on each other and strengthened their bond as sisters. While the scandal created lasting pain and public scrutiny, Jodie suggested that their relationship became more resilient because of it.

The Woods family has remained under public attention since the original controversy, with the incident continuing to be discussed years later. Jodie’s comments highlight that the effects of celebrity scandals can extend far beyond the people directly involved, affecting family members who also endure online harassment and emotional distress. Her testimony adds a more personal perspective to a story that was widely covered as tabloid drama at the time, showing how online backlash can leave long-term scars.

Jodie’s remarks on Calabasas Confidential underscore the emotional aftermath of one of the most talked-about celebrity controversies of 2019. Even as Jordyn and Kylie appear to be healing their friendship, Jodie says the damage from the public response is still something she carries with her.