Kourtney Kardashian Slams Rumors That Son Mason, 15, Is a Father.
Kourtney Kardashian is shutting down online speculation that her 15-year-old son, Mason Disick, is a teen father. The reality star took to Instagram on Sunday to blast the rumors, calling them a "conspiracy" and urging people to stop spreading misinformation about her children.
Kourtney Kardashian Addresses the Controversy
Kourtney, 44, made it clear that she doesn't usually respond to wild internet gossip, but she felt the need to step in to protect Mason. She explained that many social media accounts pretending to be Mason are fake and that they are responsible for spreading lies about him.
"My son is not a father," she wrote. "These accounts are NOT him. Please stop making up stories about my child."
She also reminded her followers that Mason values his privacy and called on the public to respect it.
Kourtney Kardashian
How the Rumors Started
Speculation that Mason had a child began when a now-deleted Reddit post shared alleged screenshots from a private Instagram account, which the user claimed belonged to him. Some social media users quickly dismissed the claim, arguing that it would be nearly impossible for a Kardashian family member to keep such major news a secret.
Kourtney Kardashian Addresses Rumors About Son Mason Disick
The reality TV star took to Instagram on Sunday to shut down rumors that her son, Mason Disick, is a father, stating that while she usually ignores wild gossip, she felt compelled to speak out to protect her child.
"I rarely address rumors or conspiracies regarding myself or my family, but this is about my child, and it feels wrong to let anyone think for a second that these lies are remotely true. They are not. Mason does not have a child. These accounts that pretend to be him are definitely not. They are FAKE.
My son really values his privacy, and I am asking all media to please be respectful: he is a kid with feelings and a beautiful life ahead of him. Please stop spreading false narratives and spinning lies. And to all the other people making videos about my kids (who, by the way, are minors), please stop and leave them alone.
The Legal Ramifications of Online Misinformation
Kourtney’s frustration highlights the growing problem of social media misinformation, particularly when it targets minors. Celebrities and public figures often face damaging false rumors, leading some to take legal action.
In fact, misinformation on social media has been at the center of numerous legal disputes. High-profile defamation cases, such as Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard, illustrate how false allegations can spiral into serious legal battles. As Lawyer Monthly reports, social media is increasingly being used as evidence in legal proceedings, making online accountability more important than ever. (Read more about the legal impact of social media misinformation here.)
The Kardashian Family and Internet Speculation
The Kardashians are no strangers to bizarre online rumors, from claims about secret pregnancies to allegations of staged controversies. While some gossip fades quickly, Kourtney made it clear that falsehoods involving her children cross the line.
Despite the latest drama, Kourtney remains focused on her growing family. She recently welcomed her first child with husband Travis Barker and has been sharing glimpses of their life together on social media.
For now, it seems Mason is keeping a low profile—just as his mother wishes.
