Khloé Kardashian Denies Using Lamar's Hospitalization to Sell Stuff

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Khloé Kardashian's People magazine cover that happened to coincide with news of Lamar Odom's hospitalization? Emphatically not an evil plot designed to ensure more fame and money for the Kardashians, says Khloé.

This morning, she took to Twitter to explain that the cover shoot and interview took place prior to Lamar Odom being found unconscious in Nevada, and that her book contractually obligated it:

I want to make this VERY clear.... My people cover, I shot and interviewed for PRIOR to all the events that happened. PART 1

— Khloé (@khloekardashian) October 28, 2015

It was contracted press for my book that I wrote months and months ago. Timing is what it is. PART 2

— Khloé (@khloekardashian) October 28, 2015

Shame on you all for thinking the worst of me. It's been a tough few weeks. I don't need your fucked up energy!

— Khloé (@khloekardashian) October 28, 2015

Know the facts before you throw stones

— Khloé (@khloekardashian) October 28, 2015

I had to do a follow up 5 minute phoner after the events only because I was contracted to. I cancelled my book tour to avoid this attention.

— Khloé (@khloekardashian) October 28, 2015

To the ones who uplift and send love.... I love you more! I appreciate the support. Have a great day babies! Kisses and hugs

— Khloé (@khloekardashian) October 28, 2015

Also gleaned from the tweets: Khloé actually wrote her book.