Travis Barker's List Of Favorite Things About Kourtney Kardashian Is Going Viral Because People Think It's Low-Key Kind Of Shallow

If someone asked you to name your favorite things about your partner, what would you say? You’d probably share different qualities they possess, like how thoughtful they are, how they always support you, or how they consistently inspire you to be a better person. Travis Barker with face and neck tattoos, wearing a jacket, shirt, and chain necklaces, attends a public event

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In a recent episode of The Kardashians, Travis was asked to share his “absolute favorite thing about Kourt,” whom he’s been with since 2020. He started off strong, calling her “such a great mom” and “a great wife.” Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian sitting closely at a dining table; one with tattoos and a casual jacket, the other wearing a sheer top and sunglasses, posing for the camera

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But then he kept going. Travis Barker in a sleek suit jacket with chain necklaces and sunglasses, looking to the side

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“She’s a good kisser. She’s got nice feet. She’s got great hygiene,” Travis said, noting that Kourtney also “flosses every day.” Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian smiling at each other at an event

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Kourtney was clearly flattered… Kourtney Kardashian in elegant attire smiling and looking away, with photography equipment visible in the background

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However, the internet had different thoughts. Kourtney Kardashian in a dress and Travis Barker in a leather jacket and beanie, seated in the audience

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One person pointed out, “He mentioned NOTHING about Kourtney as a person or her personality/individuality, mostly js the things that she does for him, almost (except the hygiene and flossing thing).” Travis Barker with cropped hair and a shirt speaks into a microphone on stage

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“It did strike me as odd,” another shared. “The fact that my boyfriend wipes his arse properly doesn’t really enter my mind when someone asks me why I like him.” Kourtney Kardashian in a cropped button up top and long skirt and Travis Barker in a tailored suit with a unique kilt-style bottom at the Met Gala

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Others were also stuck on the hygiene part. “‘She has good hygiene ??'” one person wrote, as another wondered, “she flosses? do you hate your wife?” Kourtney Kardashian in a sleek, strapless gown and Travis Barker in a tailored suit with sunglasses and visible tattoos

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Some also observed how much the list relied on the physical stuff. “The fact that he choose these things that are having to do with her body is notable,” one person shared. “When asked to consider his favorite things about her his mind seems to go primarily to his physical relationship to her body.” Kourtney Kardashian laughs as Travis Barker kisses her on the red carpet

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Some tried to defend Travis by pointing out that Kourtney — a lifestyle website founder, vitamin brand owner, and mother of four — has made things like motherhood and wellness part of her brand. But not everyone went for that. Kourtney Kardashian lounging on a counter in stylish casual wear, surrounded by product bottles and a large bouquet of flowers

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“I mean, there are layers to a person that you expect your partner to pick up on,” one said. “Everyone has layers – Even Kourtney. It honestly would be bleak if my boyfriend told someone he liked me for my ability to breast feed a baby or keep the house clean. Either Travis didn’t know what to say in the moment or he doesn’t really pay attention. Either way, I found it funny then when I really thought about it, a little sad.” Kourtney Kardashian holds a bouquet of roses and is engaged in conversation with Travis Barker

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Some people suggested that Travis might’ve just been a little uncomfortable in front of the cameras. “I think he’s just an awkward awkward guy,” someone said. “I think he doesn’t know how to do the reality tv thing anymore. In interviews about her he says really kind things about her. Even before they dated he would talk about how much he loved her and close they were.” Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker pose on the red carpet in elegant evening attire

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People also speculated that Travis may have wanted to keep the deeper stuff private. “There is a difference between what they say to press vs each other,” one viewer wrote. “The reality is they were good friends WAY before dating and obviously appreciated each other for much more than what he is saying, plus Travis’ kids seemingly love Kourtney. We forget these are veteran celebrities who are very measured on what they share.” Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker looking at a phone screen