Lamar Odom Shares Personal Story in 'Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom'

The Netflix documentary explores the former NBA star's off-court struggles and path to redemption.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:29am

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An abstract close-up image of shattered glass and glittering shards, captured in dramatic high-contrast studio lighting to convey the turbulent personal life of a celebrity figure.The Netflix documentary 'Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom' offers an intimate look at the former NBA star's personal struggles and path to redemption.Las Vegas Today

Lamar Odom has opened up about his decision to create the Netflix documentary 'Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom,' which explores the complexities of his personal life, including his substance abuse issues, high-profile relationship with Khloé Kardashian, NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers, and friendship with the late Kobe Bryant. Odom hopes the documentary will inspire change and help others suffering from addiction.

Why it matters

Odom's story has long been a subject of public fascination, with his personal struggles and triumphs making headlines over the years. By sharing his unfiltered perspective, the documentary provides a deeper understanding of the challenges he has faced and the resilience he has shown in overcoming them.

The details

The Death and Life of Lamar Odom debuted on Netflix on March 31, 2026, and has since reached the top of the platform's charts. In the documentary, Odom discusses the inspiration behind creating the project, stating that he wanted to 'tell his truth' and potentially use his platform to help others suffering from addiction. The film covers Odom's 2015 Las Vegas overdose, where he suffered 12 strokes and 6 heart attacks, as well as the events that led to his substance abuse issues.

  • The Death and Life of Lamar Odom debuted on Netflix on March 31, 2026.
  • Odom was drafted into the NBA in 2009, which he describes as a 'life-changing experience.'

The players

Lamar Odom

A former NBA player who won two championships with the Los Angeles Lakers and was named the 2011 NBA Sixth Man of the Year. He has struggled with substance abuse issues and is the subject of the Netflix documentary 'Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom.'

Khloé Kardashian

Odom's ex-wife, with whom he had a high-profile relationship that was featured in the documentary.

Kobe Bryant

Odom's former teammate and close friend with the Los Angeles Lakers, who passed away in 2020.

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What they’re saying

“I wanted to become more famous. No, no, I'm playing bad joke, I mean I just wanted to tell my truth really. A lot of people are fans, and I love them for loving me.”

— Lamar Odom, Former NBA Player

“When I got drafted, I was drafted really high that was you know a life-changing experience, and I hope with the with the Netflix special, my life can change in a way where it's just not about me. I hope I'll be put in a situation where I can You know help others that suffer from the brain disease of addiction and there's no doubt in my mind that's probably why God spared me to use my platform to be able to change others lives that are going through it because not just the addict goes through it, but family, kids, and loved ones.”

— Lamar Odom, Former NBA Player

What’s next

Odom hopes the documentary's success will lead to more opportunities to use his platform to help others struggling with addiction.

The takeaway

Lamar Odom's decision to share his personal story in 'Untold: The Death and Life of Lamar Odom' demonstrates his commitment to transparency and his desire to inspire change. By opening up about his challenges, he aims to destigmatize addiction and provide hope to those facing similar battles.