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Gary Owen’s ex-wife, Kenya Duke, in an interview with “Club Shay Shay” refutes the comedian’s “false narratives” about divorce and children

Comedian Gary Owen has been called out for continuing to speak about his ex-wife, Kenya Duke, and their three children who’ve chosen to not contact him.
Last week on his YouTube show “Get Some,” he reported that he had recently seen Duke and warned her about his appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s “Club Shay Shay.”

Duke hoped he would pass up the opportunity, but he didn’t. Owen revealed shocking details of their divorce, lack of relationship with their children and the fallout he has faced since their public split.
Now Duke speaks up.
Owen’s ex-wife posted on her Instagram and he wrote, “@garyowencomedy it has been 3 years. I’m at all times nice and cool to you. I purposely never make it awkward. I never disturb you.
Adding: “I actually have given you my suggestions about the situation, but you don’t respect their boundaries. That’s why you brought it up again on social media. I do not know what else I can do to enable you. I at all times wish you well.
She also posted a note that read: “In my development, I no longer feel the need to address untruths. The grace and kindness I have shown you is a space to tell lies and false narratives to gain sympathy and attention without correction. You are a great storyteller… sometimes I get sucked into your versions,” and she tagged her ex-husband.
Duke’s response was met with support and criticism. One person said: “I come from a black woman in Kenya. I’ve seen us do that to men one million times until you were honest about the role you played in it and talked bad about your child’s father. It won’t ever recover, you could have to come clean with your part in it.
In response, Duke replied, “Hey, where do you get this? I never spoke ill of their father. I encourage you to contact me. Their relationship with Gary is separate from my relationship with Gary. So what are you talking about?”
One of the stories he told Sharpe was about his father, Gary Owen Sr. Owen said his dad was so offended with him that he fed his ex-wife “filth” during their divorce and took her side. Duke took issue with such stories regarding her and her children.
Another story he told was how he filed for divorce from his ex-wife and that she demanded $44,000 in monthly alimony from him for a yr. Although he stated that he didn’t need to comply with this request, he stated that he would take over all the debt they owed as a family and pay her rent for the first yr after the divorce.
“But it made me appear to be a player. I won’t lie.” –@garyowencomedy
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— Club Shay Shay (@ClubShayShay) May 8, 2024
“After the divorce, I took on all the debt. I took it all and it was a lot. I didn’t like being dragged along, saying I was a crap dad,” Duke repeated many times. “And then it was like I left everyone hanging.”
“It wasn’t an accident,” he continued. “I got a text message. I just literally said, “Hey, send me the bills.” I understand,’ and she said, ‘No, that is not how we do it.’
However, based on Owen, Duke didn’t need to move out of their marital home, regardless that it could pose tax problems.
“I made sure that when it was all said and done, after we went to mediation, I believed I might assume the debt. I’ll be sure that you could have enough alimony to be good. By the way, you are really good.
Owen said he also agreed to pay Duke the first yr’s rent once she got her recent apartment, and they agreed on a set amount.
“I just want to stay calm and I want everyone to feel comfortable. I’m not vindictive, I’m not angry, I understand,” he told Sharpe. “It’s love and war. But I think I was very generous in the divorce.”
This is not the first time Duke has spoken out about the comedian. Although she is never lively on social media, she wrote on Instagram in 2023 that she was attempting to get her children to speak with him, but he had broken off relations with them.
“You hit the Internet with a video of the result, but not the cause. I just don’t understand the way it helped anything. At this point I do not know what to imagine or how one can deal with you,” she said.
According to Duke, the “Think Like a Man” actor had an affair and allegedly had relationships with prostitutes, which ultimately led to a divorce. Once she spoke, she also mentioned why they weren’t together. She said Owen neglected his parental responsibilities and took a vacation with nurse Brianna Johnson.
Owen hasn’t responded to her post, but he continues to advertise his “Club Shay Shay” interview on his social media pages.
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Usher to provide the address of the Emory University class start from 2025 graduates

It seems that there will not be much that Usher Raymond IV – Better, known to the world, simply as a USher – no. He can sing. He can dance. He can sing and dance while skating. He works. Sells Las Vegas residences. Performs philanthropic work.
And also performs the completion addresses. Usher was utilized by the University in its own yard. May 12 Usher will provide the address at Emory University 180. Ceremony of graduation and shall be awarded with an honorary doctorate in humanitarian letters from the institution. This will not be the first Usher Rodeo with an honorary doctorate; In 2023 Berklee School of Music in Boston He awarded the International Superstar with distinction. He also gave comments then.
Usher will not be alien to Emory University. His non-profit, New Usher Lookwhich according to the website“He transforms the lives of malnourished youth through a comprehensive program that develops passion, global leaders”, has established cooperation with Emory’s University’s University Goizueta Business School in a 400-hour program helping to prepare teenagers for faculty. Apparently, non-profit influenced over 50,000 students.
“I spent my life following my spark – my passion – and trying to support young people when they find and follow their own passions. I am excited that I have the opportunity to talk to these amazing Emory students who graduate and prepare for imprint in the world – said Usher in Billboard statement.
Usher is one of the most successful musical acts in history, selling over 80 million records, winning many Grammy awards and has toured throughout the world since his profession in the mid -90s. His album “Confessions” from 2004 is the second best -selling album from 2000 and is taken into account by Rolling Stone as one of the best albums of all of all of all.
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The most iconic moments of the beauty of Robert Flack – Essence

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Robert Flack, a valued singer, songwriter and pianist, died on February 24, 2025, at the age of 88. The legendary singer, whose velvety voice again defined the soul and R&B, stays a everlasting icon of elegance, emotions and artistry. With timeless classics, resembling “Killing Me Softly with His Song” and “The First Time Ever and Wis See Your Face”, the singer died the audience captivated the audience along with her ability to weave delicacy and power in every note. Not only will we take heed to her repetitive music, but we won’t stop eager about its most iconic moments of beauty.
In the 70s Robert seriously swayed Afro – a daring statement of being black and proud – during performances at live shows, including the famous Newport Jazz festival. Two years later, she honored the scene of Ronnie Scott in London along with her hair drawn into the band, combined with dramatic long eyelashes, which defined her characteristic appearance. Always to experiment with hair, she also accepted braids decorated with beads, without effort combining style and cultural pride.
Just a few many years quickly forward, and Robert was still turning her head. While playing in Gillette Civil Rights 2010 between Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals, she stunned the navy blue eye shadow, a dark light highlighter and daring red lipstick. The following yr, she performed at Bideawee Ball from 2011 with full rhythm – eyeliner, mascara, highlighter and its characteristic red lips. And in 2020 she performed unforgettable during the 62th annual Grammy Awards, wearing a beautiful curly crown and the same red lipstick that we met and loved.
In honor of her everlasting legacy, we glance back at some of the most iconic beauty moments of Roberta’s incomparable flack.
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Joe Freshgoods X New Balance 992 “Starn Well” is celebrating cooperation

Joe Freshgoods selects five years and counts with New Balance because of his latest version 992 “Arged Well”, a tribute to his creative partnership with a characteristic brand of sportswear, which still supports his design talents and a contagious passion.
After Debut On the Joe Freshgoods New Balance 992 website, Chicago Creative is preparing for a wider version of February 28 via newbalance.com and chosen retail sellers. The new edition of the sneakers means the fifth anniversary of Joe of New Balance, milestone after almost stood before closing his now widely beloved and known brand.
The document coming in June 2025 is shared within the history of Joe’s success, from his start as an area Streetwearus brand in his hometown of Chicago to providing New Balance partnership in 2020, when he wasn’t sure find out how to keep his business.
“He examines how the partnership influenced the global culture of sneakers and development transparency”, Joe common In the announcement on Instagram, “which was more important to me than just doing it about tennis games. This is a real life. ”
The trailer of the documentation offers access to Joe’s journey, presenting his modest approach to success and its influence on the Boston brand of sportswear founded in 1906. Since joining New Balance, Joe Robinson (higher referred to as Joe Freshgoods), a champion with a young history.
Five years later, with 20 Sneakers Publishing House and counting the most recent cooperation of New Balance Joe Freshgoods is a love letter for his creative journey with the Boston brand.
“Sometimes I feel that I shouldn’t be here. But I am here and say, “Oh, I’m good at what I do,” he says within the film.
Project 992 “Agnish well” attracts the inspiration from the primary cooperation of Joe Freshgoods from New Balance – the edition of New Balance 992 “No Emotions”, also referred to as “heart anatomy”. It was a right away hit and celebrated in the course of the NBA All-Star weekend, and now charges resale prices around $ 3,000.
While the explanations for the New Balance revival may vary, many consider the primary release of Joe 992 to be a catalyst that enlivened the brand. Sneakers have pink and red suede silhouettes placed on an olive mesh base and accented saddle skin on the tongue and rear card.
Four sets of lace are attached, and the box is decorated with unique details reflecting the theme “aging well”. In addition, Joe Freshgoods designed the “Championship Dreams” leather university jacket to commemorate his five -year success as a designer.
“I wanted this jacket to capture the essence of the last five years – each project was a milestone, another closed chapter, another dream,” Joe signature Post on Instagram. “Over time, I had the honor to tell culturally important stories, and this jacket reflects this travel project according to the design.”
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