Caitlyn Jenner Makes Rare Appearance After Sophia Hutchins' Death

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Caitlyn Jenner wouldn’t miss her son’s big day for the world.

Nearly two weeks after her manager and close friend Sophia Hutchins died after an ATV accident July 2, the Kardashians star made a rare appearance to support her and Linda Thompson’s son Brody Jenner on his wedding day.

Indeed, the 75-year-old was among the guests who gathered, per TMZ, to watch the Hills alum tie the knot with his longtime girlfriend Tia Blanco—with whom he shares 23-month old daughter Honey Raye Jenner—at Linda’s Malibu home.

Caitlyn’s appearance at her son’s intimate nuptials came less than a week after authorities shared that Sophia—who was driving a 2013 Polaris four-wheeler—rear-ended a 2016 Mazda sedan in the mountains of Malibu, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department told the Daily Mail, before falling off a 350-foot cliff.

"It doesn't seem like she was following them," Malibu/Lost Hills Sergeant Eduardo Saucedo—who added that there were two uninjured females in the car—told the outlet. "I think she just came up on them and then hit the car."

"So it looked like she tried to maneuver to go around it," he continued, "but she was going too fast and just ended up clipping the rear end of that Mazda, causing her to veer off and go off the cliff there."

And while Caitlyn shared that she’s been navigating “tough times” following the incident, she couldn’t miss her son’s nuptials.

Because while Brody and Caitlyn now share a close bond, their relationship was not always without its hiccups. Indeed, the 41-year-old previously admitted that he felt “a little bit abandoned” by his father—who transitioned in 2015—throughout his childhood.

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"I'd randomly see him—'him' at the time—you know, here and there,” Brody—whose mom split from Caitlyn when he was a toddler in 1986—shared on Special Forces: World's Toughest Test earlier this year. “But, mom would tell me that I would write on cards, 'Why doesn't dad call me on my birthday?'"

After all, Caitlyn was busy with her new marriage to Kris Jenner—who was already mother to Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian and Rob Kardashian—and her commitment to filming Keeping Up With the Kardashians.

"I had an incredible mother. Father, Bruce, at the time, wasn't around that much," he continued. "They split, and then he met a woman. She had kids as well. The woman that he met, they had kids together."

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As for how Caitlyn reacted to these comments? While Brody emphasized that all their past issues are water under the bridge, he still wanted to give his dad a warning before she discovered the episode herself.

"We talk all the time," Brody told E! News of his father in January. "I even texted Caitlyn after I watched the episode. I'm like, 'Hey Dad, just so you know, there's this stuff.' But, we're in a good place."

"She was so supportive and didn't care,” he added. “She's like, 'Look, I've done all these types of shows. I know how these things work, but you're doing great.'"

For a look back at Caitlyn and Sophia’s friendship, keep reading.

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Oscars Bash

Cait and Sophia attended the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

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Family Affair

"Love partying with family! Oscars 2020 @vanityfair party!" Cait posted from inside the VF bash in February 2020.

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Photobooth Fun

"Such a great party last night to celebrate an amazing woman and her genius brands! @kylieskin is going to be soooo amazing!! Happy launch day!" Sophia posted following the star-studded bash.

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Birthday Celebration

"Happy Birthday to my little Sophia!" Cait posted. "It was a great night last night. So few candles."

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Greek Goddesses

"Great trip to Greece. Athens is a beautiful city with great people and a rich history. Thank you for a wonderful trip!" Caitlyn posted.

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Flower Power

"So blessed - life is good."

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Power Posse

Cait and Sophia mingle with Eva Longoria and Eiza Gonzalez at The Hollywood Reporter's Empowerment In Entertainment Event 2019 at Milk Studios in L.A.

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Ladies Who Lunch

"Lunch squad. We have the best neighbors and friends!" Sophia posted on IG.

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Giving Back

"Last night, on behalf of the @caitlynjennerfdn we are honored to continue our support of St. John's transgender health program this holiday season," Caitlyn shared.

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Happy Holidays

"From our little pre-Christmas party last night! Only 6 days until Christmas!!" Sophia posted on Instagram.

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Christmas Cuties

Cait and Sophia bonded with Kendall Jenner at the Kardashians' annual Christmas Eve party.

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Matching in Winter White

"Thank you @kimkardashian Kanye @krisjenner for hosting this amazing Christmas Eve winter wonderland party last night! Truly magical!" Sophia shared post-party.

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Sweet Selfie

The pals snap a sweet selfie.

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Tour of Kindness

"Next stop on Phoenix tour granting funds for our very deserving community," Sophia wrote.

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Phoenixes Rising

"Best part of our job...giving away four grants to four LGBT charities today in Phoenix! @drbobparsons @reneelparsons," Sophia shared.

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Lipkit Lovers

"So proud of my @kyliejenner for all of her hard work and dedication to @kyliecosmetics !!! Also, Sophia and I are loving this new gloss - shade DIVA."

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Girls' Night Out

"@officialretrouve thank you for your amazing friendship and generous sponsorship of our event last night!"

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Photo Booth Fun

"Had so much fun in the photo booth at @kyliejenner's birthday party!" Cait shared.

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Gala Attendees

Cait and Sophia turn heads at the Sally Awards in Beverly Hills.

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Jet-Setting

The BFFs attend the LIFE+ Solidarity Gala prior to the Life Ball at Vienna's City Hall in Austria.

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Lots of Love

"Nothing but love in this photo."

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Red Carpet Ready

The duo hit another red carpet looking super glam.

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Beach Babes

Caitlyn and Sophia enjoy a chili cook-off in Malibu.

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