Khloé Kardashian Pushes Kim to Face Her Worst Fear: The Wild, Hilarious, and Heartfelt Kardashian Spider Intervention

If you think the Kardashians’ lives are all glitz, glam, and drama, you haven’t seen Kim Kardashian face a spider. In a recent episode that had viewers both cringing and laughing, Khloé Kardashian orchestrated an unforgettable intervention to help her sister Kim confront her lifelong arachnophobia—for the sake of Kim’s daughter, North. What followed was a rollercoaster of emotions, sibling pranks, and a moment of courage that only the Kardashians could deliver.

“You’re Inviting My Fear Into My Home!”

The episode opens with pure panic. Kim is adamant: spiders are her absolute worst nightmare. “Oh my God, I just actually can’t,” Kim stammers, her voice trembling as Khloé tries to reassure her. North, Kim’s daughter, is the opposite—she’s fascinated by spiders and wants nothing more than to have one as a pet. But Kim is not budging. “Never, ever, ever as long as she’s living under my roof,” Kim insists.

Khloé, ever the instigator and motivator, isn’t giving up. “You should just get over this fear of yours, just like whales for you,” she teases, referencing her own phobia. Kim fires back, “How would you feel if I brought a whale to your pool?” It’s a classic Kardashian moment—the sisters bickering, but always with a touch of humor and love.

The Pet Store Bribe Gone Wrong

Kim recounts a hilarious (and desperate) attempt to block North’s spider obsession. After North convinced her to visit a pet store, Kim tried to bribe the clerk with $100 to say tarantulas bite kids and make terrible pets. Unfortunately, the plan backfired spectacularly. “The woman’s like, ‘They make great pets!’” Kim recalls, still incredulous. North was delighted, but Kim’s anxiety only grew. The thought of a spider in her house was simply too much to bear.

Enter the Spider Wrangler

Determined to help Kim conquer her fear, Khloé pulls out all the stops and hires a professional spider wrangler named Mike. “I have a surprise,” Khloé announces, barely containing her excitement. Kim’s face falls as Mike enters with a container of tarantulas. “I would shake your hand, but you probably touched a tarantula or two,” Kim jokes, keeping her distance.

North, undeterred, volunteers to hold the tarantula—even on her head. Kim is horrified. “I just can’t. North, something’s wrong with you!” she exclaims, half-laughing, half-crying. Khloé, meanwhile, encourages Kim to try. “Now it’s your turn,” she says. But Kim’s fear is paralyzing. “You’re inviting my fear to come into my home,” she repeats, genuinely distressed.

The Family Dynamic: Support and Teasing

Despite Kim’s protests, Khloé remains supportive. “I know about your fear and I definitely empathize, but for the sake of North, I just thought this would be the fastest way to conquer a fear. You have a professional here in case something happens,” she reasons. But Kim can’t bring herself to do it. “It’s just so hairy… I swear I think it’s going to jump at me!” she cries, backing away.

The family’s reactions are a mix of amusement and concern. Khloé even tries to bribe Kim to hold the spider, but Kim refuses. The moment is both comedic and relatable—who hasn’t faced a fear they just couldn’t shake, no matter how much encouragement they received?

The Spider Returns—And So Does the Panic

Khloé isn’t done yet. In a second attempt, she brings the tarantula back—this time, in Kim’s car, seatbelted in for the ride. Kim is beside herself. “Are you trying to get me to crash?” she asks, only half-joking. Khloé’s logic is simple: “The more you’re around the spider, the more comfortable you’ll be. It’s for North.” But Kim stands firm. “I think this had to happen in my own time, and I just don’t think that it’s ever going to be the time for me to be cool with spiders.”

North’s dream of a pet spider is officially over. “That’s a part of life—not getting what you want,” Kim says, resigned but resolute.

The Final Challenge: A Deal Is Struck

Not ready to give up, Khloé orchestrates one final challenge. This time, there’s a deal: if Kim holds the tarantula, North promises to behave and not throw tantrums in the mornings. The whole family gathers for moral support. Kim is shaking but determined. “I want it on me for one second,” she bargains.

With everyone watching, Kim puts out her hand. The tarantula’s leg brushes her skin, and she immediately panics. “Get it off, get it off, get it off!” she screams, but it’s over. She did it. “I did that for you,” Kim tells North, her voice full of relief and pride. The family erupts in applause, and Khloé beams. “That is a huge moment,” she says, proud of her sister’s courage.

Revenge Served Kardashian-Style

But the story doesn’t end there. In true Kardashian fashion, Kim plots her revenge. Khloé returns to her bedroom to find it filled with inflatable whales—a nod to her own phobia. “I’m getting you back for the spiders at my house and in the car and for your last prank,” Kim declares. Khloé laughs, but the message is clear: in this family, payback is always on the table.

Facing Fears, Kardashian Style

Kim’s journey is about more than just spiders. It’s about family, love, and the willingness to step outside your comfort zone for the people you care about. “I’m happy that I did it for my kids, but we’re still never owning a pet spider—ever, ever, ever,” Kim laughs.

For the Kardashians, it’s just another day of chaos, laughter, and unforgettable moments. For Kim, it’s a victory—and a story she’ll never let Khloé forget.