Keke Palmer is reflecting on her “unhealthy” relationship with ex Darius Jackson.
The 31-year-old “Nope” star recalls her romance with a 30-year-old fitness instructor which ended in turmoil in an interview with Peoplewhich was published on Wednesday to promote his upcoming memoir, “Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative,
“It was like, not only is this the person, but this is also the time. “It felt very spiritual for Darius and me,” Palmer said of the beginning of her relationship with Jackson, with whom she shares 1 year old son leo,
The actress further added, “We had different lonelinesses, and we created a space to be together in that loneliness.” “And then we wanted a son. Leo was very scheming.”
The former couple began dating in 2021, but their There is a rift in the relationship from July 2023When? Jackson embarrassed Palmer Over the see-through, see-through outfit she wore to an Usher concert. “Even though it’s the dress… you’re a mom,” Jackson tweeted at the time.
There was a huge reaction on social media to his comment, but Jackson still stood his ground. He said, “We live in a generation where a family man doesn’t want his wife and mother showing off their booty cheeks to please other people and being told how much of a hater he is.”
Palmer reportedly wrote in her book that the relationship was “unhappy and unhealthy” even before the Usher incident.
Four months after Palmer was physically embarrassed Filed a petition for full custody of his son and filed a restraining order against Jackson. nickelodeon alum Includes surveillance camera footage Of alleged abuse cases At the hands of Jackson.
In response, Jackson claimed that Palmer was the “primary aggressor” in their relationship. They alleged that Palmer was “verbally and physically abusive” and “often became agitated and aggressive after drinking.”
“It got so out of control,” Palmer tells People about the relationship drama. “I knew the only way to bring order was through the court.”
The “Password” host said that “having a baby was a huge stress” for the pair, as was fame. “Not only with my romantic relationships, but with family and friends, it’s always been a burden,” Palmer explained.
“There are a lot of voices. Because of this, not everyone can trust you. It’s hard to explain.”
After allegations of abuse and a battle over custody of his son, Palmer and Jackson Participated in court ordered mediation And a joint custody agreement was reached.
Palmer reportedly wrote in her book, “I wish I could say he was horrible the whole time or I was… but it wasn’t that black-and-white and that was the problem. I didn’t want my son to think that That his father is a monster, because I don’t think so.
She also told People that she is “so proud” and “happy” for Jackson who is now in the Army.
“I feel very comfortable now knowing that things are under control,” Palmer said.
Palmer’s book comes out November 19.
