Keke Palmer is opening up about her tumultuous relationship with former partner Darius Jackson, explaining how she had to resort to legal action in a desperate move to restore stability as things spiraled wildly.
The actress shared with PEOPLE that this was the most challenging ordeal she’s encountered yet, revealing that a multitude of issues were unfolding behind the scenes, particularly after the arrival of their son Leo last year, alongside the pressure of her stardom adversely affecting their relationship.
Keke delves deeper into her experiences in her forthcoming book titled, “Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative,” set to be released on Nov. 19. She has much to unpack, including that notorious incident when Darius publicly criticized her outfit at an Usher concert last year.
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Keke also pursued a temporary restraining order against Darius, alleging instances of both physical and emotional mistreatment.
Although their relationship had deteriorated significantly, the former couple managed to achieve an amicable resolution that granted them shared custody of their son months later. Reflecting on the situation, Keke acknowledges that while she wishes she could deem Darius as wholly negative, the reality is more nuanced.
Keke is determined to ensure her son does not perceive his father as a villain, especially since she herself doesn’t view him that way. Ultimately, she has attained her own sense of tranquility and forgiveness.