Keke Palmer Opens Up About Stressors with Ex Darius Jackson Amid Allegations and Custody Dispute
Keke Palmer recently shared insights into the challenges she faced in her relationship with ex-partner Darius Jackson, citing the birth of their son, Leodis, and her celebrity status as major stressors, Page Six reported. In a conversation with People, the 31-year-old "Nope" actress expressed how external pressures from family, friends, and her public life contributed to the breakdown of her romantic relationships.
The couple's issues became highly publicized in July 2023 when Jackson, a fitness instructor, criticized Palmer for wearing a revealing outfit at an Usher concert. This incident and further disputes, including domestic violence allegations and a custody battle over their infant son, extended their challenges into the public eye.
While promoting her upcoming book, "Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative," Palmer recounted how the situation became uncontrollable, leading her to seek a court-mediated resolution. Ultimately, they were able to amicably agree on joint custody, an outcome she discusses in her book, emphasizing her desire for her son not to have a negative perception of his father.
Despite their past difficulties, Palmer and Jackson have shown commitment to co-parenting, evident from their public reunions for family time with Leodis and Jackson's attendance at Palmer's 31st birthday celebration in August. Palmer's book is set to release on Nov. 19, offering further insights into her personal growth and narrative control.
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