Caitlyn Jenner is staying strong in the face of unimaginable grief after losing her longtime friend and manager, Sophia Hutchins, in a tragic accident earlier this week.
The 74-year-old reality star was photographed in Malibu on Thursday morning, stepping out for coffee in a simple light blue T-shirt, knee-length shorts, and dark sunglasses.
“Holding It Together” Amid Loss
Jenner, ever poised under pressure, managed to wave to onlookers as she left the café—despite the heartbreak she’s been enduring since Sophia’s passing.
Accompanied by her big black dog, who leaned out of the car window to enjoy the summer breeze, Caitlyn appeared composed but somber during the low-key outing.
“She’s a tough woman,” one onlooker told The Pop Radar. “You could tell she’s holding a lot inside, but she’s pushing forward.”
Sophia Hutchins’ Fatal ATV Crash
As The Pop Radar previously reported, 29-year-old Sophia Hutchins died Wednesday morning in a horrific ATV accident just steps away from Caitlyn’s home.
Sophia was riding an ATV on Jenner’s street in Malibu when she struck the back of a moving car, causing her vehicle to veer off-road and plunge 350 feet into a ravine.
She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Aerial footage of the wreckage—captured by local news outlets—shows rescue crews navigating the steep terrain in an attempt to recover the mangled ATV.
A Longstanding Bond
Hutchins and Jenner first became close in 2015 when Sophia joined Caitlyn as her manager and confidant following her public transition.
Sophia later appeared in several episodes of Jenner’s reality series I Am Cait, and the two were often photographed together at events, sparking years of speculation about the nature of their relationship.
While both maintained they were not romantically involved, their bond was undeniable.
“Sophia was more than a manager—she was family,” a source close to Caitlyn said.
Fans Share Condolences
News of Sophia’s death has rocked Jenner’s fanbase, with thousands sharing their grief online:
- “Sophia was so young… this is heartbreaking. Sending love to Caitlyn.”
- “What a tragic loss. Rest in peace, Sophia.”
Caitlyn Faces Life Without Sophia
As Caitlyn navigates this new chapter without her trusted companion by her side, fans are hoping the former Olympian finds comfort in her family—including daughters Kendall and Kylie Jenner—and her circle of friends.
Sophia’s vibrant presence and influence will not be forgotten.
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