Khloe Kardashian slams Algerian model Younes Bendjima as ‘toxic’

Younes Bendjima and Kourtney Kardashian dated on and off between 2016 and 2018, File/AFP
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Updated 27 March 2021
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Khloe Kardashian slams Algerian model Younes Bendjima as ‘toxic’

DUBAI: According to a cryptic tweet by Khloe Kardashian, Algerian model Younes Bendjima was “toxic” for Kourtney Kardashian.

Bendjima and Kardashian dated on and off between 2016 and 2018, and briefly reunited in 2019 at the annual Kardashian-Jenner Christmas Eve party before calling it quits for good.

During the most recent episode of “Keeping Up With the Kardashians,” Khloe asked her older sister if she still talks to “what’s his name,”  seemingly referring to the 27-year-old model and former boxer.

“No,” Kourtney responded, prompting Khloe to ask “Do you think he may have been a bit negative for you?”

Kourtney said, “Yeah,” before adding that Bendjima still texts her “once in a while.”

After the episode aired, Khloe later went on Twitter and wrote: “He was sooooooo toxic and negative for Kourt #KUWTK, (sic)”

When a fan asked if she was referring to Algeria-born Bendjima, Khloé replied, “Yous smart. (sic).”

“I’m feeling really content with my own way of life,” Kourtney, who is now dating Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker, added in the episode. 

It’s not the first time the Good American founder has seemingly thrown shade at Bendjima.

Just before Bendjima and the Poosh founder split, he was photographed in Mexico with another woman. Although Bendjima insisted that she was just a friend, Khloe commented on social media “Alexa play ‘heard it all before’ by Sunshine Anderson.”


Jessica Alba hails AlUla during Saudi Arabia visit

Updated 19 December 2025
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Jessica Alba hails AlUla during Saudi Arabia visit

  • On her Instagram profile, Alba described AlUla as “pure magic, calm, protected, deeply serene”

LONDON: Hollywood star Jessica Alba shared her admiration for AlUla during a recent visit to Saudi Arabia, sharing a video of the ancient desert destination on her social media channels.

The short clip, posted Dec. 10, showed the “Fantastic Four” star spinning on the spot with the famous rock formations in the background.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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On her Instagram profile, she described AlUla as “pure magic, calm, protected, deeply serene,” adding: “Every direction carried the weight and beauty of ancient history - like wandering through a living museum.” 

The actress was in the Kingdom earlier this month to attend the Red Sea International Film Festival.

The actress was among a host of global stars who attended the the fifth edition of the RSlFF, which kicked off on Dec. 4 with a glittering red-carpet ceremony at Culture Square, the festival’s open-air hub.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Alba joined an A-list lineup that included the likes of Adrien Brody, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kirsten Dunst, Vin Diesel, Queen Latifah, Dakota Johnson, Ana de Armas, Riz Ahmed, Naomie Harris and Uma Thurman, alongside Saudi, regional stars and international film legends.

The event ran until Dec. 13 and showcased more than 100 films from over 50 countries, with its mission to bridge East and West while spotlighting voices from the Middle East and Africa.

During her visit to the Kingdom, Alba also shared several “get ready with me” clips and behind-the-scenes shots from the red carpet ceremony.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Alba’s visit comes as Saudi Arabia continues to attract global creatives and cultural figures, with AlUla increasingly positioned as a must-visit destination for international visitors as well as a shooting location for some of Hollywood’s biggest studios.