Khloe Kardashian Building a ‘Real Friendship’ With Meghan Markle, Taken the Duchess ‘Under Her Wing’

Khloé Kardashian and Meghan Markle have become pals, according to a source.

The source tells Star the Duchess of Sussex, 44, “has been slowly making her way” into the Kardashian-Jenner “family circle.”

“She’s friendly with them all, but up until now her closest connection has been Kris [Jenner],” the source shares. “That’s shifted, though, and lately she’s been getting closer to Khloé.”

“They’ve been texting each other a lot, and Khloé has taken her under her wing and is giving her referrals to various people that have helped her from a business perspective,” the source adds.

The source claims that Jenner, 69, “has been pushing this alliance from behind the scenes because she thinks it will be good for Khloé’s image,” and that she will likely make sure her daughter “gets a good cut from whatever opportunities arise out of these connections she’s helping to facilitate.”

However, the source notes their relationship is “not just about business,” pointing out that “a real friendship is growing” between the reality TV personality, 41, and the Suits alum.

The two women have seemingly been building their relationship over the last few months. In August, Kardashian took to social media to share a snap of a gift basket Meghan sent her, filled with goodies from the former royal’s lifestyle brand, As Ever, including rosé and honey, per People.