July 28, 2024 — Kris Jenner, matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner family, took to Instagram to celebrate her grandson Tatum’s second birthday, sharing a series of touching photos and heartfelt messages. The post, made on Sunday, July 28, highlighted Jenner’s deep affection for her grandson and featured snapshots from his life.
A Grandmother’s Love
In her Instagram caption, Jenner expressed her immense love for Tatum, saying, “Happy Birthday to my amazing little Grandson Tatum!!!! You are such a beautiful boy filled with wonder, joy, amazement, curiosity and so so so much love!!!!!!” The 68-year-old grandmother continued, “You are the sweetest most special little love bug and every day fill me with such happiness and the best energy to start my days. I am so blessed God chose me to be your Grandma and I love you beyond measure!!!! Lovey ❤️🥰🙏🏼🎂🥳 P.S. you are Rob to the T!!!!!!!! @khloekardashian @realtristan13.”
Family Moments Captured
The Instagram post featured a carousel of photos documenting Tatum’s growth and the special moments shared with Jenner. The images ranged from Tatum as a newborn to more recent pictures, many taken indoors as Jenner spent time with him. One notable photo showed Jenner and Tatum in front of a backdrop adorned with white and blue balloons, celebrating the toddler’s birthday.
The post also included photos of Tatum with his mother, Khloé Kardashian, and his older sister, True Thompson, 6. A particularly sweet image showed Jenner embracing both of Kardashian’s children, who were seated in her lap wearing pajamas.
Family Resemblance
In her caption, Jenner made a reference to her son Rob Kardashian, suggesting that Tatum bears a strong resemblance to him. However, Jenner has previously mentioned that Tatum also closely resembles her late ex-husband, Robert Kardashian Sr., who passed away in 2003.
During an episode of The Kardashians that aired in November 2023, Jenner remarked to Khloé that Tatum was a “spitting image” of her father and brother. She said, “It’s freaking me out,” laughing as she spoke about the resemblance.
Reflections on Family and Legacy
In a confessional interview from the same episode, Jenner reflected on the striking similarities between Tatum and Robert Kardashian Sr., noting, “Tatum is Robert Kardashian Sr. He is my ex-husband in a baby form, even his little mannerisms, his little smile, the way he looks at me. I look through those eyes and I see his little soul, and I’m like, ‘Yup, there he is. The DNA is real.’”
Kris Jenner’s heartfelt tribute to Tatum encapsulates the close-knit family bonds and the joy she finds in her role as a grandmother.