His parents had one more child together daughter Cassandra before divorcing in 1981.

That’s what I wanted to do."

Despite his famous last name, Burt’s professional career didn’t come easy.

Caitlyn and Burt Jenner sitting

He also owns a doggie daycare in Los Angeles called West LA Dogs (perThe Sun).

But Burt says that Caitlyn’s participation in the Kardashian show ultimately hurt their relationship.

“There was a you-aren’t-part-of-this kind of thing.

Bruce Jenner & Burt Jenner vintage photo

Kris made the choice to make a good TV show that was in their image and brand.”

Since Caitlyn’stransition, however, parent and son couldn’t be closer.

“Because I think he’s realized that family means a lot to him.

Just like anybody else in life, all you got is family.

So, that’s brought us much closer,” Burt toldEntertainment Tonight.

He added that Caitlyn “is a better person.

Honesty is always the building block for any relationship, and at least we have that now.”