@Patrick Finley As a man im almost sure you've never been emotionally or financially abused. Therefore, youd be unable to recognize the signs and symptoms. I wont go back and forth but as a woman that has gone through this sort of thing it sounds absolutely plausible. Not to mention his history with women past and present. I pray for her and i pray u learn a bit of empathy moving forward. Much peace to u!
@@amen-ramccarthybsrrt1860 financial abuse is when one partner in a marriage controls ALL THE MONEY. A marriage is EQUAL regardless of WHO earns WHAT. Your money is my money and my money is your money ....thats a marriage. Not my money is my money and your money is my money...... That is financial abuse. Making one of the ppl in the marriage feel that they cant get out because theyd be destitute on the streets with not one penny to their name.
1 pic...smh...she has 3 kids with him...duh...wow...needless to say we can tell by some of these posts who the women are who'd be lining up to be treated like urinals and dirt...
Will Rodgers I know she’s telling the truth. I was married to a man who was just like Art K , most people thought he was so sweet and innocent and they didn’t know the other side of him.
Patrick Finley yep. Everybody wants to holler oh y’all defending a pedophile. Correction. Alleged. Nobody can’t say how old the girl was in the video. She might have been young but I don’t believe she was underage. And if that was even the case where were her parents ? How were these so called young girls getting that close to r kelly at his concerts? I’m almost 27 years old and I still get the oh you look 16 all the time. I’m grown but got the face of a kid. I’m not buying none of it either. And she was still with him after that tape. I don’t feel bad cause they was still after him after the tape. One of the girls that said he allegedly did all this shit to him was stalking him. There ain’t enough proof for me. It’s got to be a trail of proof somewhere after all these years
Every interview I watch with Andrea Kelly takes me aback at what a smart, humble, brave person Drea is. The fact that she has her humor intact and yet isn't mincing her words at what she went through leaves me inspired. What a woman.
Chris Evans out and do my best to bring me new video of us future love you guys you power just me and my life back home soon would you like me wow that day and people would get me the best day of my life back on this would be back in time before we get back do you on this would happen hope you can get it back we soon
I know this is a very tough topic to discuss, because there are people who are truly in fear for their life from domestic violence. This women playing a role and using peoples pain, who truly are and have been victims of their accuser. I don't trust nothing she says. Her motives seem very scketchy to me...
Cynthia McKinney I'm less concerned about her motives for telling her story and more concerned about accuracy. Shes not the only person to describe him this way. There's no right way to grieve or react when telling a story. I just dont have a reason to think shes lying. I do have several reasons to believe he's a predator in more ways than one.
@@writerzblock00 the problem isn't that's she's not the only one describing him that way, the problem is that she's describing him after so many women have come out and told their story, which makes hers seem false. You have to understand this man is a celebrity and regardless of what he's done you will get people who lie to get a piece of the action. Believe half of what you here and half of what you see. Not every persons motives will be genuine. You can believe what you want, and so will I. I don't see an abused women here...
writerzblock00 people don't get abuse is jus not physical. It's the bracket that you are put example Republican and democrat. emotional abuse needs to be brought to the forefront.
Btw women who get abused are usually the most special, the most kindhearted, the smartest, and the most articulate and charismatic women! Abusers can’t stand being with a special woman So the try to knock their confidence down as much as they can to end up miserable and sad with no spark to shine
Hebah Muhammad very true. My ex struggled with reading. So he hated when I read a book around him. I’m grateful that I ran for my life and yes, I was running for my life.
@@encouragingrecovery415 seriously.. This idiots blame their insecurities on women.. I don't get excited around men..they are more trouble than they are really worth..except the ones with sense...
@@Silkie2fine You mean for her, and her kids! They both made them kids not only her, and if she got millions for the abuse she suffered (so what)! She entitled to that also!
The only person most people know Is r kelly not robert 🤷♂️.... these people need to shift their attention at gathering enough evidence and open a case against r kelly ,because right now r kelly is 200% a free man ,he's not being investigated nor tried. And they are charging for every interview $$$$$
@@11kwright then ya'll need to publicly shame elvis Presley for marrying lisa Marie Presley mom when she was only 13yrs old r Kelly isn't the first music artist to be a pedophile.
I got out of a mental prison for almost 10 years. The pain follows after for years, when you walk into a quiet house/apt, when you get into an disagreement you automatically feel you may need to battle, your defenses and guard are forever heightened. I applaud her for putting her feelings aside to be the voice the world needs to hear. I am not ashamed I too survived...
I grew up in domestic violence and child abuse. Seeing my mother get away from a crazy man was weight off my little heart, I eventually remained behind after an adduction from my father and uncle. Seeing my mother live was more important to me, than living without her, I endured more beatings- but GOD kept me. Being a child of the KING, is real story for later. I had a relationship later in life where physical abuse was involved and I finally had to have this young man arrested. I never married or beat a woman, my story is not that different, but I do know- leaving and ending a domestic violence relationship is a must. Over the years, I have thrown fundraisers at our home in AZ to benefit different woman’s charities. My mother at 83 years old is still alive and living her life like us Golden..... and so am I. Thank you Drea for sharing your story.
@Mychaeltodd Mtr. Thanks for your short story. I left my ex during the gray area or precursor to extreme violence. With children now under my care. I sometimes meditate on their outcome, If hadn't custody of them. I'm confident though I left without physical scars. Many don't believe me either because he was and is Soo likeable that it's blinding. I thank God that be I listen to others testimony help gear my life in a safer way. It's rough but God will guide when I seek What He sees as good for my sons and I.
@@Mychaeltoddmtr Shut the front door! Just looked it up. I found you on Amazon and ordered the book. Love this back cover part, "There is nothing proper about this book including the English." Ohmyword, that has me laughing. www.amazon.com/HEY-PUDDIN-Some-Things-Change-ebook/dp/B07D328L6P/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1542652585&sr=8-1-fkmr1
@Mychaeltodd Mtr I'm following up with you. I am loving your book! I listen to it at work and had to catch myself screaming "Hallelujah, say whaaat!, Oh no and WTH!" It's a great read. There are times, I am tearful as I read further into your journey. Wishing you a wonderful day. I gotta get back to your book! :)
When you finally understand they don't Love You, and Never did you can Let Go, You start to see things as they are!!!!! The Peace of Leaving is so Phenomenal!!!!! 6 Years Free!!!!
@Patrick Finley "I'm not sure about you, but I wouldn't be too keen on..." Fill in the blank. Yes, well you're not Andrea are you? So she's not performing in the manner you would somehow...expect? How would you know? Remember, she came to R. Kelly as a young teen and this is all she's ever known. And you're expecting her to act like a regular and normal person?!?
The level of confidence and the way she handles him makes her really smart and GODly women. woooo what an energy, this is the only reason his children will heal
of course she left him when he went broke...if he still had money and spotify had taken his music off she would have never have came foward or without the documentary
When she said he looked at the picture of her and her kids holding a python and he wanted to know who the hell is the man smiling behind them, that's when you know she is telling the truth.
SimplyinGeorgia that part reminded me of my ex so much....he would do things like that. He would call me when I was riding the bus and say "who sitting next to you on the bus...is it a man " and he would flip out. Things like that happened sooo much.
SimplyinGeorgia he was so abusive to me mentally and I didn't even realize it until I got out of the relationship and saw how much I had been affected. What finally made me leave was when it got physical for the first time. Abusers are the most insecure people ever.
Wow. I am this woman. I contemplated suicide in my darkest time from abuse, and it took my 5 year old asking Daddy, Why were you so mean to Mommy last night?" It CLICKED! I filed a restraining order and divorce the next day. This woman is so beautiful and she speaks the absolute truth from abuse. 💞
Suicide is the cowardly way out. Its something that should have never been considered. Especially, being a mother. If it took a child questioning a man for you to realize you needed to leave after all the abuse he inflicted upon speaks volumes. You are weak for not leaving sooner. He could have hurt his own son for questioning him on that topic. I know you want to be praised for leaving thats why you posted it. I am here to advise you to grow a spine and never allow your son to be placed in another situation like that ever again.
Nothing about suicide is cowardly. In fact, the human soul’s will is TO LIVE and to object to that is sacred. People who fall victim to suicide are the strongest people. They deserve their dignity, even in the afterlife.
@Neoteryk Gamer It's a good thing that RUclips didn't give a notification on your comment until a year later: (Thank you @Ree Ray) The only point you made, that struck a chord, was that I was weak for not leaving sooner. Duh. I ignored every red flag presuming and wanting him to be "the one". This biggest mistake that You made was that you assumed I had a son. It's now a year later, since your post, and my ex, and his wife, (yes, he married his paralegal) are all about our children. We were in different places in our lives. Oil and water, Per Se. I'm 100% thankful that I didn't, Selfishly, succumb to my own, and his, demeaning and belittling WORDS. The fact that you commented the way you did makes me question your credibility. Obviously, you have never been in my shoes. You, sir/ma'am are a bully, in my eyes. Been there, done that, and I've Risen Above. Don't forget it starts with the chop of a tree. I'm NOW breaking that generational curse. You have a question, I'll gladly answer. You assume, through your own shallow lenses that you're right. In some sense, you absolutely are. But I want to ask you how you can judge off of one post? I don't need a pat on the back, as you say. I'm bringing awareness, and you have doubled down on the awareness of women that speak their truth. I would have probably taken your comment to heart a year ago. Now, I'm a successful Woman, Mother, and my children are thriving. Be mindful of what you say.
Drea stayed because she grew up seeing a dysfunctional marriage and she also wanted her kids to have their father. A battered woman that finally gathers the courage to leave typically will tell their story out loud to relieve the fact that they've bottled it up and/or hid it for so long. Her tears do not seem fake. She smiles sometimes because she is not bitter about it. She knows it's gonna help give someone the strength to leave their abusive relationship. Women that stay in abusive relationships (abuse comes in various forms) for no longer than 10 years are not weak, they just love harder than the average. Once the love is gone, they finally leave the relationship. Women that stay longer than 10 years typically have deeper issues. Her book might help those women.
I'm crying listening to her. I've been there, I wish I'd heard her words years ago thru might have gotten me out of that place. She just has a way to make it hit right to the heart. Everyone should listen to this woman.
@Brandy Burnette, I Thank GOD that you were able to escape. It Is NOT easy to get out of abuse... @Andrea Kelly; I See You Queen. It may taken you a "minute" but You & your babies are Safe. Thank You for sharing your Truth. I'm sure there is much more healing to be done... GOD Bless You Queen's
@Corey Jones All you dudes are BURDEN. Ignorant, narcissistic, manipulative, and mental stress. If women are that bad as you stated, y'all sure can't live without one and not have one in your lives for any reason. We do good, live longer healthier lives without a man. Rkelly or these women aren't innocent. They're the reasons they were in this dysfunction. They all put themselves in this situation.
I wish to God my sister could have heard this may she rest in peace in heaven she took her own life April 2021 may the lord always protect you I keep you helping women and others and men to may God give you a big voice to keep going
I was in a relationship that turned scary and abusive. He was really good to me at times but I ignored some really bad red flags. There was sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and even threatened to kill me... and the switch happens and it gets scary. I am boycotting R Kelly's music. I have peace in my heart now because God delivered me from it. I have a son so I can forgive/understand men now. My son is what makes me choose a man who will be good to me. How I get treated will determine how he treats someone. This woman sounds really strong. I like the understanding she has and her strength. She is strong. She is speaking out so more women don't go through it. It happens even to smart beautiful women. She has peace and it's her bright day after the storm! I am not so outspoken but if I ever encounter a woman or a girl going through anything like this I can talk to them about it. Yes! SAy it sister ...we got divorced because...Yes! Be strong! You deserve respect!
Yes my mother said what goes on in her house stays in her house but she also said tell what you need to tell if somebody hurt you somebody touch you that don't got no business touching you that's what you need to tell..
@Niashe that's what I'm trying to tell people she's playing on real domestic violence survivors emotions this woman married a man on her reality show for an storyline you going to tell me she wouldn't do anything for publicity and fame & she didn't even keep the second husband last name and I'm pretty sure you know why
She's a vulture and a liar smh She has an agenda to stay payed and relevant she was very comfortable with all his bullshit until the money started dissipating
Zaxia Queen Exactly!!! Drea married that dude on the reality show after dating him two months! Please! R. Kelly was a great father and she loved him! R. Kelly divorced her! Your so right!
So why is it so hard to get him in jail? I’m 33 I have been hearing this stuff about kelly since I was in middle school and he still is doing it with no jail! But I get arrested for smoking a blunt in my own house!
Very simple, PREDATOR PROTECTORS! As long as they continue to protect him, he will continue to sell his music, have sold out concerts! I have been reading so many views on this and the most common views I've read was: he is still a great artist! I still love R.Kelly his personal life doesn't effect my love for his music! Someone else like yourself been hearing this for years and he was found not guilty so in her eyes he wasn't. So sad how his dysfunction has been normalized.
The same reason Catholic priests are not going to jail. Our leaders don't care about anything that entails sexual assault, violence against children especially black people.
Yep...I know because it happened to me. I forgive him but I'll do whatever I can to not let another girl/woman to be in that position. Just because someone doesn't hit you, doesn't mean there isn't abuse.
You only see the tjingsvyou mentioned here because it is ypu who has a beautiful and pure soul. This woman is a lying, rachet, gold digging actress who is enjoying the attention that she so desperately wanted. Also: it has been mentioned elsewhere that she participated in sex with those girls herself and that she went along with it in order to continue to enjoy her life of luxury. I read that she did the recruiting gor her man. She needs to be vety careful with what she says...because domeone might come forward and expise her as the fraud she really is.
@@mazzaroth2667 Relevant???? Shes a mom of like 4, She walked away of a guy with millions of dollars, Now years later she wants relevancy? So logical aren't you, Dumbass.
It still trips me out that people think she is lying about RKelly! Well are everyone else also lying about his possessive, abusive behaviors? Unbelievable! Some people are so blinded by a person's celebrity persona to see the truth. I was a fan also, but there's been too much evidence showing that he is definitely abusive, controlling and insane.
Patrick Finley, some of it has never made it to court due to pay offs;however there has been several books and stories told that gives evidence. I'm amazed he hasn't been tried and convicted though.
@Patrick Finley Well the book that I read was not written by a woman that had allegations against him, it was written years ago. I believe that the females want to be with him due to who he is but then he shows that dark side once he pulls them into his world.
She has always been such an amazing person to watch.... Her positivity and strength throughout the years has been such an inspiration she is a Pillar of Strength for her children and others. Throughout the years she has also had to deal with injuries due to her career as a dancer..... beautiful dancer very graceful. I love to hear her speak she speaks from her heart with passion and Truth.♤♤♤♤♤
I believe her. God bless her. I am a survivor of domestic violence. Now I'm blessed with a great husband and father to our 3 beautiful children. God is so good, and I am so happy that women are being so much more stronger wiser and confidence these days.
Singer All The Way Up CONGRATULATIONS!!! I can't wait! I dealt with abuse for decades and still have to communicate with the craziness. The baby is 16yo. Almost complete🙌🏾 not rushing. Trusting God
@@norleensoko5493 I agree with you. God will bless you likewise. Stay strong keep the faith in Jesus and know that HE WILL GIVE YOU THE DESIRES OF YOUR HEART. Just remember to seek ye first the Kingdom of God.
Marieanna Bourne ... so classy that she’s on video talking ghetto, cussing and bashing him but yet singing his music saying he’s my baby daddy I can say what I want, he’s family. I was on her side but she lies, contradict everything she says. And no I’m not on r kelly side. Don’t like liars and she’s one.
Congratulations! I loved this interview!! Drea, I salute you!! Every woman should really listen to this interview and recognise how important they are and should be valued as such!
R Kelly has made some beautiful music, but I believe her. It takes a while to get out of a situation like that. You have to be very careful and plan your escape. If you are not careful you may leave, but in a body bag. I'm glad she made it out alive. It's not always about someone wanting money, it isn't. Sometimes It's more about the abuser's power and control.
I LOVED listening to her speak and I can relate to some of the pain she suffered from during that dark time in her life. Very classy and in touch God. Love her heart and her strength.
Abuse! I was in a abusive relationship, I love her, and glad she left. It takes heart to leave, when I left it was the best thing ever. I don't wish that on any women, love doesn't hurt. Some women don't make it out. Thank you for sharing this, hopefully this help many women across the world. God knows best. You may love R.Kelly, but you may not like Robert. Amen! Love you Andrea😘
What’s amazing about all these comments hating on Drea is that SHE SPOKE about this waaaaayyyyy back when he was going to trial for the child pornography. How about you people do research before you hate on this Sista!
Stacey Artis Both you and her Need to go sit TF down! Dude haven't been with her since the early 2000s. And she going around acting like a victim on these talk shows. Do you not see that this is being orchestrated to make the black man the face of abuse? Or do you even care that we're being targeted? Probably not. SMFH
@ Stacy Artis... U sound like a damn fool!!! It's fine 2 support a Drea the FRAUD... But don't create lies 2 help support a FRAUD!! & 4 the record I haven't rocked with R Kelly since I saw the video of him pissing on that lil girl!! But Drea knew & she probably participated in sex act with him & those minor children... Now that he's broke, she's crying #MeToo! Foh!!
I have read most of the comments, only someone who has witnessed or experienced domestic abuse physical or emotional, an even mentally abuse would understand where she is coming from bc we as the public see them as Icon entertainer, when in fact they live a different life off camera an off stage so really they are living a double life. I have heard K Michelle story on the Real an Drea is telling the truth.
Absolutely! I believe her. I am a survivor. My ex was a very nice around other people, but at home behind closed doors he was a totally different person. He had everyone believing that I was the "bad" person.
@Patrick Finley Hey there Patrick. Ten years I was in that relationship. I was threatened with my life if I tried to leave. This man would put a .357 magnum up to my head and told me how he would blow my head off If I tried to leave. So I had to come up with a plan, and I was terrified. I started saving money. I Informed the company I was working for about what was going on in my marriage. They were very supportive and willing to help me. They were amazing. We decided that if my husband should call, or come there everyone knew to tell him that I'd quit. One morning when he left for work, and after I made sure he was at work (an hours drive away from where we lived) I left him. I backed up a U haul to my front door, packed all that I could in a hurry and left. I found another place to live. When he called the company that I worked for they told him that I didn't work there any longer. So if he had showed up at my job which he did, he wouldn't have seen me nor my car. That's why I stayed and that's how I got out and STAYED OUT!
@Patrick Finley Authorities were called to my home several times. Even after that he still abused me, the last time they were called out it was explained that if the came out again that we both would go to jail. Why would I have to go to jail when I was the one being abused? After that I was threatened by his family. Like I mentioned earlier in front of others he was the perfect gentleman. Everyone believed him. With his charming personality no one ever thought he would abuse his wife. He wouldn't have come into my work place and acted a fool, that would've ruined his reputation. It was only after we were behind closed doors is when his personality changed. There is so much more to my story. What I shared with you was just a little bit of what happened. Still I say to anyone who is being abused please plan your escape. Don't tell your abuser that you are leaving....JUST LEAVE. It wasn't easy, but I did it.
@Patrick Finley Again, what I told you was just a little bit of the story. I did stay in a women's shelter. I also told you that I was threatened by his family. But since you have all of the answers, I'll end this discussion. Take care.
You told it so beautifully. I'm so glad God gave you the courage to get you and your Children out of such abused relationship. Love listen to your story.
Shes amazing- When youve been IN and Endured an abusive partner, and you share children with your abuser, its a war trying to seperate yourself and your life from that person. More power to her for leaving and thriving and healing...dont let the world silence your voice💜💖💗💐
It's different when you live in that moment of time. You never know what goes on behind close doors. How is many females have loss their lives to the hands of people saying they love you. And it put up such a show and smile for others. You can have the perfect look on the outside and be a raging demon in the inside.... I've been through that before and got the hell out! And didn't look back! Tell your story only God knows. If it was for money she would have stayed but she got out. There's no price on your face from a fist!!!!!
I totally understand what youre saying Drea i was on your shoes b4 n GOD gave me the courage to leave and JESUSCHRIST healed my soul only HE can do that. GOD BLESS YOU
She Has ALWAYS HAD/HAVE AN Amazing Spirit "Hollywood Ex's"..!!! Gone Girl Keep Your Light..!!! 👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕 Only GOD..!!! AMEN
THE WORD SAYS MAN WILL DESTROY HIMSELF SCIENTIST ARE NOW SAYING THE Y (MALE) CHROMESOME IS DISSIPATING.. LOOKIN LIKE WE ARE GOING BACK TO MATRIARCH.. WOMEN NATURALLY GO THROUGH THE HEART THEY CARE FOR HUMANITY...MEN GO THROUGH THE PENIS..ITS CALLED HEAD AT BOTH ENDS THAT JACKED UP STORY BOUT EVE DROPPED THE BALL.. WELL IT WAS ADAM/ATOM..GOD GIVE HIM THE TASK OF TENDING TO THE GARDEN AN ANIMALS..THE APPLE WAS THE ATOM (GENE) ADAM WAS SCREWING AN EATING THE ANIMALS HIEROGLYPHICS SHOW BY THE TIME THE STORY GOT TO NEMROD IT WAS WELL ESTABLISHED CROSSING THE GENES OF MAN W/ANIMAL. LOOK AT US NOW EATING MEAT 3X A DAY..AN WE HAVE NO GARDENS...JUST SAYIN ITS CLEAR MANS A F UP...ROBERT KELLY IS AN EXAMPLE TO THAT.
@@raythelljordan6550 So do I and I'm a woman . Drea so full of shit no tears even came out her eyes when she was so called crying I was like girl really . She is such an Hollywood actress and not even a good one . Smgfh
@@brianamosley2002 Yeah and have you saw the video of her singing R Kelly songs and endearingly calling him " baby daddy" and bragging about how she's doing all these tv shows and writing a book!
Wow. So inspiring to listen to, now that is a person who has been through a lot. Thank you for sharing your strength. P.s I have the same big smile too. Keep smiling. Not many people are educated enough to understand what it took for you to speak out and on t.v . Well done!!
Girl, I feel you, I feel you so much! When she broke down crying, I started crying too. I really applaud her for leaving because of herself but also because of her daughter. I was in her daughter's position, except my mother was weak and never left. It really destroyed me. Please, whoever is reading this, if you're in an abusive relationship like this, leave, if not for yourself, then at least for your children.
Egypt Egypt - she smiled because she is FREE And Has finally Walked away. You would be Smileing as well. She is BRAVE. Shame on you she is Speaking TRUTH!!!!
Thank you a million times over. I needed to hear your words today so that I could make it through another day of the fight to escape my abuser. You speak with strength and truth and the light shines through every word. For those of us who have experienced this in our lives….your courage will be our armour. Your voice - our freedom. You are saving lives. We must tell our stories so that others know they are not alone. Together we are stronger.
Stay strong! I left my abusive ex husband in 2018 after 8 years of marriage. We have a son who was 6 at the time. Best decision I ever made & every day I’m thankful for my freedom & the hard work I put in to escape! No one deserves to be demeaned & hurt. I hope every day it gets a little easier for you.
You go girl!! I still have to deal with my abuser. I was 16 and he was 19. I had a child by him when I was 20.He was just like that he was mentally, emotionally, physically, still financially abusive. I was told I am not to tell my story because, just because he did it to me, does not mean he will do it to her. He even admitted to the abuse.
Total respect to this woman. She nails it on every level. Reminds me of Tina Turner. Every woman that gets free gives another woman courage and hope to know that she can do it too.
She's not lying!!! That woman is speaking truth!!! If you've been there u know it!
@Patrick Finley As a man im almost sure you've never been emotionally or financially abused. Therefore, youd be unable to recognize the signs and symptoms. I wont go back and forth but as a woman that has gone through this sort of thing it sounds absolutely plausible. Not to mention his history with women past and present. I pray for her and i pray u learn a bit of empathy moving forward. Much peace to u!
Nichole Johnson how u know?
What is financial abuse? Lol ✋ 🛑
how do you know?
@@amen-ramccarthybsrrt1860 financial abuse is when one partner in a marriage controls ALL THE MONEY. A marriage is EQUAL regardless of WHO earns WHAT. Your money is my money and my money is your money ....thats a marriage. Not my money is my money and your money is my money...... That is financial abuse. Making one of the ppl in the marriage feel that they cant get out because theyd be destitute on the streets with not one penny to their name.
R Kelly is an entertainer. Only his wife and girlfriends would know the real person. I'm glad she got out ALIVE and left him.
When was this video?
horrific stories :(
Wonder if he gave her herpes
This is sad
Tre' Roney I think she left him well before that stuff came out. I hope that their children are ok this is just all so sad!!!
Drea is very articulate and credible. She has been consistent in her telling of these experiences with R. Kelly.
1 pic...smh...she has 3 kids with him...duh...wow...needless to say we can tell by some of these posts who the women are who'd be lining up to be treated like urinals and dirt...
Will Rodgers I know she’s telling the truth. I was married to a man who was just like Art K , most people thought he was so sweet and innocent and they didn’t know the other side of him.
Patrick Finley That part. A liar will make you believe them. Even if they story don’t change.
Patrick Finley I’m late lol but I just watched this this morning. A liar will believe they own lies. All these years nobody went to the police.
Patrick Finley yep. Everybody wants to holler oh y’all defending a pedophile. Correction. Alleged. Nobody can’t say how old the girl was in the video. She might have been young but I don’t believe she was underage. And if that was even the case where were her parents ? How were these so called young girls getting that close to r kelly at his concerts? I’m almost 27 years old and I still get the oh you look 16 all the time. I’m grown but got the face of a kid. I’m not buying none of it either. And she was still with him after that tape. I don’t feel bad cause they was still after him after the tape. One of the girls that said he allegedly did all this shit to him was stalking him. There ain’t enough proof for me. It’s got to be a trail of proof somewhere after all these years
Every interview I watch with Andrea Kelly takes me aback at what a smart, humble, brave person Drea is. The fact that she has her humor intact and yet isn't mincing her words at what she went through leaves me inspired. What a woman.
Chris Evans out and do my best to bring me new video of us future love you guys you power just me and my life back home soon would you like me wow that day and people would get me the best day of my life back on this would be back in time before we get back do you on this would happen hope you can get it back we soon
She's NOTHING but an attention seeker.
I will not even put on pepper hwat I think and mention of the horrible xwife of Robert Kelly 😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡
If you haven't been through it you have no idea. Stop with the shaming. I'm glad she spoke up.
Exactly
I know this is a very tough topic to discuss, because there are people who are truly in fear for their life from domestic violence. This women playing a role and using peoples pain, who truly are and have been victims of their accuser. I don't trust nothing she says. Her motives seem very scketchy to me...
Cynthia McKinney I'm less concerned about her motives for telling her story and more concerned about accuracy. Shes not the only person to describe him this way. There's no right way to grieve or react when telling a story. I just dont have a reason to think shes lying. I do have several reasons to believe he's a predator in more ways than one.
@@writerzblock00 the problem isn't that's she's not the only one describing him that way, the problem is that she's describing him after so many women have come out and told their story, which makes hers seem false. You have to understand this man is a celebrity and regardless of what he's done you will get people who lie to get a piece of the action. Believe half of what you here and half of what you see. Not every persons motives will be genuine. You can believe what you want, and so will I. I don't see an abused women here...
writerzblock00 people don't get abuse is jus not physical.
It's the bracket that you are put example Republican and democrat.
emotional abuse needs to be brought to the forefront.
Btw women who get abused are usually the most special, the most kindhearted, the smartest, and the most articulate and charismatic women! Abusers can’t stand being with a special woman So the try to knock their confidence down as much as they can to end up miserable and sad with no spark to shine
Hebah Muhammad I never understood why they do that
LovelyJabree cause they were raised with sexism and alpha mentality.
@@Daizyonceagain exactly
Hebah Muhammad very true. My ex struggled with reading. So he hated when I read a book around him. I’m grateful that I ran for my life and yes, I was running for my life.
@@encouragingrecovery415 seriously.. This idiots blame their insecurities on women.. I don't get excited around men..they are more trouble than they are really worth..except the ones with sense...
For some of you to say she’s lying is the reason why he will continue to get away with it😫
Exactly
That part
Exactly
True
Nigga how u know that bitch ain’t lyin?
"there's a lot of women sitting in prison right now who said that's the last time you put your hands on me"
fucking preach!!!
That's me lol
@@faymelanin5063 Fay get tough get out girl your life is precious god love you, been there never been so happy for last 28 years
Yea it's so true !!!!
"You can't put a price tag on your soul."
I am going to use that.
You and me both
mee too all 3 of us
@@zengangg don't you mean 4 of us?
Easier said than done coming from a woman that got millions for her soul
@@Silkie2fine You mean for her, and her kids! They both made them kids not only her, and if she got millions for the abuse she suffered (so what)! She entitled to that also!
Her story never changes! I totally believe her!
Me too..but only God knows and may he cast the punishment that is equal to the crime
*HER* not HERE
Lizzy Braxton yes she does, she was hoping she and rkelly would get back together. She begs for his love, why is she using his name
Liz. ..here or her?"
@Patrick Finley I suppose you forgot about Aaliah?
You may love r kelly but you might not like Robert well said
The only person most people know Is r kelly not robert 🤷♂️.... these people need to shift their attention at gathering enough evidence and open a case against r kelly ,because right now r kelly is 200% a free man ,he's not being investigated nor tried. And they are charging for every interview $$$$$
Yes so very true.
I guess that's where I am, because I love his music, and I myself has been molested, so I feel for all the Women involved
Powerful statement right there.
@@11kwright then ya'll need to publicly shame elvis Presley for marrying lisa Marie Presley mom when she was only 13yrs old r Kelly isn't the first music artist to be a pedophile.
When she said “you are making her sign a contract she couldn’t even read” in reference to her daughter, I felllllllt that 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I got out of a mental prison for almost 10 years. The pain follows after for years, when you walk into a quiet house/apt, when you get into an disagreement you automatically feel you may need to battle, your defenses and guard are forever heightened. I applaud her for putting her feelings aside to be the voice the world needs to hear. I am not ashamed I too survived...
I grew up in domestic violence and child abuse. Seeing my mother get away from a crazy man was weight off my little heart, I eventually remained behind after an adduction from my father and uncle. Seeing my mother live was more important to me, than living without her, I endured more beatings- but GOD kept me. Being a child of the KING, is real story for later. I had a relationship later in life where physical abuse was involved and I finally had to have this young man arrested. I never married or beat a woman, my story is not that different, but I do know- leaving and ending a domestic violence relationship is a must. Over the years, I have thrown fundraisers at our home in AZ to benefit different woman’s charities. My mother at 83 years old is still alive and living her life like us Golden..... and so am I. Thank you Drea for sharing your story.
I hope you share more or write a book for all of us to grow through your journey. 🤗
I did write a book: HEY PUDDIN Something’s Just Don’t Change
@Mychaeltodd Mtr. Thanks for your short story. I left my ex during the gray area or precursor to extreme violence. With children now under my care. I sometimes meditate on their outcome, If hadn't custody of them. I'm confident though I left without physical scars. Many don't believe me either because he was and is Soo likeable that it's blinding. I thank God that be I listen to others testimony help gear my life in a safer way. It's rough but God will guide when I seek What He sees as good for my sons and I.
@@Mychaeltoddmtr Shut the front door! Just looked it up. I found you on Amazon and ordered the book. Love this back cover part, "There is nothing proper about this book including the English." Ohmyword, that has me laughing.
www.amazon.com/HEY-PUDDIN-Some-Things-Change-ebook/dp/B07D328L6P/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1542652585&sr=8-1-fkmr1
@Mychaeltodd Mtr I'm following up with you. I am loving your book! I listen to it at work and had to catch myself screaming "Hallelujah, say whaaat!, Oh no and WTH!" It's a great read. There are times, I am tearful as I read further into your journey. Wishing you a wonderful day. I gotta get back to your book! :)
R. Kelly himself said, WHEN A WOMAN,S FED UP, IT AIN'T NOTHING YOU CAN DO. I WONDER IF THAT SONG WAS ABOUT DREA
I Thank That Was About Her
@@nicolesessions9847 yeap "she was raised in Illinois right outside of Chicago some of the best cookin"
Hmm something to consider.
jmdavis454
I’m not sure because that song came out two years after the wedding, and she divorced him 11 years after that.
When you finally understand they don't Love You, and Never did you can Let Go, You start to see things as they are!!!!!
The Peace of Leaving is so Phenomenal!!!!! 6 Years Free!!!!
Love how she explained it so clearly and effortlessly
she spoke from the heart. i applaud her strong woman!!!!!
@Patrick Finley "I'm not sure about you, but I wouldn't be too keen on..." Fill in the blank. Yes, well you're not Andrea are you? So she's not performing in the manner you would somehow...expect? How would you know? Remember, she came to R. Kelly as a young teen and this is all she's ever known. And you're expecting her to act like a regular and normal person?!?
The same way every time...
She speaks from her heart that’s why
The interviewer has good questions for DREA
When you come from abuse. You attract abuse. I felt that.
Me too, sis.🙁
I'd be proud for this woman to be my Wife,Sister, Mother, Daughter or best friend. She is literally every woman .I love that
Amen sis
She is indeed a beautiful woman inside and out. Such great energy and positive vibes.
Lee Williams and men too and children too. Domestic violence affects the unsuspected.
Lee Williams, that was the nicest comment I've heard in a long time.
Trust me she has ways too. No one is perfect. Let's not forget that. 💯
The level of confidence and the way she handles him makes her really smart and GODly women.
woooo what an energy, this is the only reason his children will heal
"If I can leave R.Kelly, Maybachs, and drivers, you can leave Darnell with a bus pass and no job."
well....
She sounding ignorant
of course she left him when he went broke...if he still had money and spotify had taken his music off she would have never have came foward or without the documentary
@@wayneharaseb2258 she left him long before that. she wasn't around when the ship sank, 2006 was long before this all came out.
@@wayneharaseb2258 i know what you sayin but his music is still on spotify.
@@queende9664 ok soul seller
I love the way she speaks the way she explains the way she preaches..you keep doing you girl.all for your babies.x
When she said he looked at the picture of her and her kids holding a python and he wanted to know who the hell is the man smiling behind them, that's when you know she is telling the truth.
SimplyinGeorgia that part reminded me of my ex so much....he would do things like that. He would call me when I was riding the bus and say "who sitting next to you on the bus...is it a man " and he would flip out. Things like that happened sooo much.
@@nicolestarks9770 my sister was married to a man like that.
SimplyinGeorgia he was so abusive to me mentally and I didn't even realize it until I got out of the relationship and saw how much I had been affected. What finally made me leave was when it got physical for the first time. Abusers are the most insecure people ever.
SimplyinGeorgia yup
SimplyinGeorgia yes it's very very scary
Wow. I am this woman. I contemplated suicide in my darkest time from abuse, and it took my 5 year old asking Daddy, Why were you so mean to Mommy last night?" It CLICKED! I filed a restraining order and divorce the next day. This woman is so beautiful and she speaks the absolute truth from abuse. 💞
Suicide is the cowardly way out. Its something that should have never been considered. Especially, being a mother. If it took a child questioning a man for you to realize you needed to leave after all the abuse he inflicted upon speaks volumes. You are weak for not leaving sooner. He could have hurt his own son for questioning him on that topic. I know you want to be praised for leaving thats why you posted it. I am here to advise you to grow a spine and never allow your son to be placed in another situation like that ever again.
@@neoterykgamer5790 Wow. I actually like your comment!
I hope the best for you
Nothing about suicide is cowardly. In fact, the human soul’s will is TO LIVE and to object to that is sacred. People who fall victim to suicide are the strongest people. They deserve their dignity, even in the afterlife.
@Neoteryk Gamer It's a good thing that RUclips didn't give a notification on your comment until a year later: (Thank you @Ree Ray) The only point you made, that struck a chord, was that I was weak for not leaving sooner. Duh. I ignored every red flag presuming and wanting him to be "the one". This biggest mistake that You made was that you assumed I had a son. It's now a year later, since your post, and my ex, and his wife, (yes, he married his paralegal) are all about our children. We were in different places in our lives. Oil and water, Per Se. I'm 100% thankful that I didn't, Selfishly, succumb to my own, and his, demeaning and belittling WORDS. The fact that you commented the way you did makes me question your credibility. Obviously, you have never been in my shoes. You, sir/ma'am are a bully, in my eyes. Been there, done that, and I've Risen Above. Don't forget it starts with the chop of a tree. I'm NOW breaking that generational curse. You have a question, I'll gladly answer. You assume, through your own shallow lenses that you're right. In some sense, you absolutely are. But I want to ask you how you can judge off of one post? I don't need a pat on the back, as you say. I'm bringing awareness, and you have doubled down on the awareness of women that speak their truth.
I would have probably taken your comment to heart a year ago. Now, I'm a successful Woman, Mother, and my children are thriving. Be mindful of what you say.
Drea stayed because she grew up seeing a dysfunctional marriage and she also wanted her kids to have their father. A battered woman that finally gathers the courage to leave typically will tell their story out loud to relieve the fact that they've bottled it up and/or hid it for so long. Her tears do not seem fake. She smiles sometimes because she is not bitter about it. She knows it's gonna help give someone the strength to leave their abusive relationship. Women that stay in abusive relationships (abuse comes in various forms) for no longer than 10 years are not weak, they just love harder than the average. Once the love is gone, they finally leave the relationship. Women that stay longer than 10 years typically have deeper issues. Her book might help those women.
Very well said! I couldn't agree more!!
Cosmo Energy isn’t that the story of most Black women.
Cosmo Energy STOP with the BITTER references, isn't that implying fault on the Victims part, so much more like abuse.
Cosmo Energy huhgv
Maria Maria you clearly DID NOT read the comment. So why did you reply to it?
I love how well spoken Ms.Kelly is.. you’re doing great work.
She radiates amazing energy. It's her babies shining through her 😍
🙌🏾
I would like to applaud the host too. She is so classy. 🌟
Her energy, so strong woman, bless her! Her aura , her confidence everything!! Power to her 💪
instablaster.
Stop exaggerating now pls
She’s an inspiration and a class act!
What a COURAGEOUS Woman. She is very intelligent...
I agree
trijntje oosterhuis you need professional help and prayer!
Smart liar!!!!!!!!
I'm crying listening to her. I've been there, I wish I'd heard her words years ago thru might have gotten me out of that place. She just has a way to make it hit right to the heart. Everyone should listen to this woman.
@Brandy Burnette, I Thank GOD that you were able to escape. It Is NOT easy to get out of abuse... @Andrea Kelly; I See You Queen. It may taken you a "minute" but You & your babies are Safe. Thank You for sharing your Truth. I'm sure there is much more healing to be done... GOD Bless You Queen's
She seems credible. Sounds like she's now taking care of herself and her children. God bless her.
Her children went through a lot
She does. I’ve seen several interviews and her story is the same every single time. I’m so glad she got away from that monster.
And I'm always gonna wish her and her children well!
" There's no expiration date on your story" speak your truth lady..I believe you and many many more ladies.
@Corey Jones All you dudes are BURDEN. Ignorant, narcissistic, manipulative, and mental stress. If women are that bad as you stated, y'all sure can't live without one and not have one in your lives for any reason. We do good, live longer healthier lives without a man. Rkelly or these women aren't innocent. They're the reasons they were in this dysfunction. They all put themselves in this situation.
I loved when she said 'there's no price tag on ur soul' ...amen
@Corey Jones facts
Married or in a relationship always keep a personal stash.
yes it truly does lol
I just like his music.
My mama always says that . And i keep that in mind and on the side .
Bella Taylor in the freezer with the chicken
Bella Taylor 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
She's telling the truth! But remember y'all, God never placed these relationships together, our brokenness allows us to attract other broken people.
Amen!
Thank you for the truth
Amen,we think that by getting married that it automatically is ordained by God,but that isn't necessarily so,thanks for the comment.
Right her brokenness attracted his brokeness.
She smiles cause she free
She's fake. She's now supporting him...after the documentary.
Stop being naive and believing narcissistic people. She's a narcissist.
Amen
Felicia Boles
And alive
She's a hot lying ass mess
I would smile as well Knowing I'm free from abuse most women stay in that mess smh
The interviewer asked really good questions. That was a good interview.
ruclips.net/video/VS9A72J6utY/видео.html
Absolutely amazing i now look at her and r kelly differently. She is the real definition of Brave
She is a liar
@@maryanntamboer1823 Gayle King is
I wish to God my sister could have heard this may she rest in peace in heaven she took her own life April 2021 may the lord always protect you I keep you helping women and others and men to may God give you a big voice to keep going
Condolences, may she rest in peace.🙏🏽🙏🏽
That is very hurting i know it happened to me i left. Quick
She gives me chills..the transparency ❤️
Drea is brilliant. So smart, good and outspoken.
Marina Vigodsky. She saw the signs, knew his past and still dated and married him, that's smart?
@@moniqueuu8777 Sadly, not smart in this sense, wanted to see the best. He is very charismatic.
@@moniqueuu8777 Great point, and possibly complicit to the abuse of other women.
She is beautiful inside and out, she's inspiring!
A very smart black woman who pull her kids first before Robert Kelly
Yes they both are...Queen Drea made me cry a little when she got emotional...
She is a very strong woman! She's been through so much and finally people are listening to her story!
She is ugly inside and outside
Sick, desperate idiots needing to believe a lie.
I was in a relationship that turned scary and abusive. He was really good to me at times but I ignored some really bad red flags. There was sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and even threatened to kill me... and the switch happens and it gets scary. I am boycotting R Kelly's music. I have peace in my heart now because God delivered me from it. I have a son so I can forgive/understand men now. My son is what makes me choose a man who will be good to me. How I get treated will determine how he treats someone. This woman sounds really strong. I like the understanding she has and her strength. She is strong. She is speaking out so more women don't go through it. It happens even to smart beautiful women. She has peace and it's her bright day after the storm! I am not so outspoken but if I ever encounter a woman or a girl going through anything like this I can talk to them about it.
Yes! SAy it sister ...we got divorced because...Yes! Be strong! You deserve respect!
The "switch" is demonic possession. Christians need to learn to take authority over people's demons. 🎓
Lauren Stanley Thank u now know am not alone
God gave her back her glow... Black households are taught to keep their business at home.. It takes real Courage to stand up.. She rocks...💯💪
She is ugly. She wears louf colors that dont go with dark skin
Yes my mother said what goes on in her house stays in her house but she also said tell what you need to tell if somebody hurt you somebody touch you that don't got no business touching you that's what you need to tell..
it means she needs to chose better colors , loud colors dont go with dark skin unless you are begging for attention. my opinion
She's fake. She's now supporting him...after the documentary.
Stop being naive and believing narcissistic people. She's a narcissist.
@@mslashay35 Exactly
She's amazing...to walk away from that...he is a monter...R Kelly is Robert...period.We need to hold people accountable!
She is amazing that she got y'all believing her lies this fraud ass female was at his 50th birthday party wake up
@Niashe that's what I'm trying to tell people she's playing on real domestic violence survivors emotions this woman married a man on her reality show for an storyline you going to tell me she wouldn't do anything for publicity and fame & she didn't even keep the second husband last name and I'm pretty sure you know why
She's a vulture and a liar smh
She has an agenda to stay payed and relevant she was very comfortable with all his bullshit until the money started dissipating
Zaxia Queen Exactly!!! Drea married that dude on the reality show after dating him two months! Please! R. Kelly was a great father and she loved him! R. Kelly divorced her! Your so right!
@@cynthiabuchanan1708 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 I'm glad I'm not the only one that know this woman is an lying fraud 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
What pond is the ring in?
Cox Freight this is such a serious topic but this comment made me lol 😂
Bella Jory that’s how I felt... like...😞😂
Lol, r kelly must have got someone to sift pond long ago🤷🏽♂️
😆
Cox Freight 😂😂👏🏻👏🏻🇪🇬
I love her she's so strong and articulate!
So why is it so hard to get him in jail? I’m 33 I have been hearing this stuff about kelly since I was in middle school and he still is doing it with no jail! But I get arrested for smoking a blunt in my own house!
u're to funny !
Very simple, PREDATOR PROTECTORS! As long as they continue to protect him, he will continue to sell his music, have sold out concerts! I have been reading so many views on this and the most common views I've read was: he is still a great artist! I still love R.Kelly his personal life doesn't effect my love for his music! Someone else like yourself been hearing this for years and he was found not guilty so in her eyes he wasn't. So sad how his dysfunction has been normalized.
money.
There working on it
The same reason Catholic priests are not going to jail. Our leaders don't care about anything that entails sexual assault, violence against children especially black people.
Narcissistic abuse is real. Physical abuse doesn't always happen either.
Yep...I know because it happened to me. I forgive him but I'll do whatever I can to not let another girl/woman to be in that position. Just because someone doesn't hit you, doesn't mean there isn't abuse.
@@Laurendoesflips I agree
Exactly!
Y’all can’t say it’s true based on your personal experience. That’s so biased
@@Reddhellkatt24 what? what are you even talking about? that's a rhetorical question.
A beautiful, intelligent, strong woman. I’m so happy she spoke her truth. She is a role model for sure
Being abused and gossping for attention does not make you a role model , it is trying to be revalent .
Me she after money don’t buy this crap
You only see the tjingsvyou mentioned here because it is ypu who has a beautiful and pure soul. This woman is a lying, rachet, gold digging actress who is enjoying the attention that she so desperately wanted. Also: it has been mentioned elsewhere that she participated in sex with those girls herself and that she went along with it in order to continue to enjoy her life of luxury. I read that she did the recruiting gor her man. She needs to be vety careful with what she says...because domeone might come forward and expise her as the fraud she really is.
Americans even believed TRUMP.
@@mazzaroth2667 Relevant???? Shes a mom of like 4, She walked away of a guy with millions of dollars, Now years later she wants relevancy? So logical aren't you, Dumbass.
It still trips me out that people think she is lying about RKelly! Well are everyone else also lying about his possessive, abusive behaviors? Unbelievable! Some people are so blinded by a person's celebrity persona to see the truth. I was a fan also, but there's been too much evidence showing that he is definitely abusive, controlling and insane.
Andreia Reynolds their gold diggers who realized all that glitters isn’t gold! No sympathy here!
I believe her
Andreia Reynolds tell them again ms Reynolds.
he needs help for control power and not love.this dude had a darn good woman.
Patrick Finley, some of it has never made it to court due to pay offs;however there has been several books and stories told that gives evidence. I'm amazed he hasn't been tried and convicted though.
@Patrick Finley Well the book that I read was not written by a woman that had allegations against him, it was written years ago. I believe that the females want to be with him due to who he is but then he shows that dark side once he pulls them into his world.
She has always been such an amazing person to watch.... Her positivity and strength throughout the years has been such an inspiration she is a Pillar of Strength for her children and others. Throughout the years she has also had to deal with injuries due to her career as a dancer..... beautiful dancer very graceful. I love to hear her speak she speaks from her heart with passion and Truth.♤♤♤♤♤
I believe her. God bless her. I am a survivor of domestic violence. Now I'm blessed with a great husband and father to our 3 beautiful children. God is so good, and I am so happy that women are being so much more stronger wiser and confidence these days.
Singer All The Way Up CONGRATULATIONS!!!
I can't wait!
I dealt with abuse for decades and still have to communicate with the craziness. The baby is 16yo.
Almost complete🙌🏾 not rushing. Trusting God
The same God that blesed you with a faithful husband, shall bless me as well after l went through such traumatic life.
@@norleensoko5493 I agree with you. God will bless you likewise. Stay strong keep the faith in Jesus and know that HE WILL GIVE YOU THE DESIRES OF YOUR HEART. Just remember to seek ye first the Kingdom of God.
@@bonitabonita3431 Thanks! I know the feeling! Your wait will soon be over! God has so many blessings for you! I'm excited for you!
She is the monster not mr. Kelly Miskelly go take several seats and change your last name by the way!
Such a classy, well spoken, lady - love her strength from God ❤️
She should be a motivational speaker. God bless her. I hope an abused women hears her and leaves and leaves her abuser.
Marieanna Bourne She looks so much like Gladys Knight!!🌹🌹
Exactly
Marieanna Bourne ... so classy that she’s on video talking ghetto, cussing and bashing him but yet singing his music saying he’s my baby daddy I can say what I want, he’s family. I was on her side but she lies, contradict everything she says. And no I’m not on r kelly side. Don’t like liars and she’s one.
I love this woman's strength. People have called her ugly and a cry baby but you can never doubt her strength.
Wow, she's powerful and real. Love it and what a strong woman.
You also have a God given right to be happy.
I love this woman and I don't even know her!
How could R.kelly Married such an ugly woman?
Thts true. So true
@@MbangaMan237 Yeah.. . Either way, Aaliyah will always be no.1 in my heart.
Beautiful enjoyed watching. She know how Robert Kelly is, she was married to him for a long time. Beautiful woman and beautiful story.
I know exactly what you talking about, cause all this happened to me
I salute you Mrs. Kelly!!!
Her story really touched me. What a phenomenal woman! Thank you for giving her a platform to speak and share her truth!
God bless this woman! What a beautiful soul. Wow! ❤️
PLEASE!! She want MONEY !!
This woman wasn’t playing she is strong 💪
Congratulations! I loved this interview!! Drea, I salute you!! Every woman should really listen to this interview and recognise how important they are and should be valued as such!
Its terrible to even date a control freak,and manipulative man,they rob someone's self esteem..i almost lost it in such a relationship
She is not lying on R Kelly
black folks and this two sides silliness. This man has been showing the B. C. who he is for years, but keep protecting him before their own kids
@Patrick Finley well the host asked for R Kelly's response. He doesn't have one. So there you go.
I can so relate to what she means when she said that she just knew when his switch had flipped and that things were about to get bad
Its time for the truth to be told. May it continue to set her free.
R Kelly has made some beautiful music, but I believe her. It takes a while to get out of a situation like that. You have to be very careful and plan your escape. If you are not careful you may leave, but in a body bag. I'm glad she made it out alive. It's not always about someone wanting money, it isn't. Sometimes It's more about the abuser's power and control.
Well said,
🗣 You betta speak it & help somebody Drea 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Just Ty 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I LOVED listening to her speak and I can relate to some of the pain she suffered from during that dark time in her life. Very classy and in touch God. Love her heart and her strength.
Abuse! I was in a abusive relationship, I love her, and glad she left. It takes heart to leave, when I left it was the best thing ever. I don't wish that on any women, love doesn't hurt. Some women don't make it out. Thank you for sharing this, hopefully this help many women across the world. God knows best. You may love R.Kelly, but you may not like Robert. Amen! Love you Andrea😘
What’s amazing about all these comments hating on Drea is that SHE SPOKE about this waaaaayyyyy back when he was going to trial for the child pornography. How about you people do research before you hate on this Sista!
Stacey Artis Both you and her Need to go sit TF down! Dude haven't been with her since the early 2000s. And she going around acting like a victim on these talk shows. Do you not see that this is being orchestrated to make the black man the face of abuse? Or do you even care that we're being targeted? Probably not. SMFH
@ Stacy Artis... U sound like a damn fool!!! It's fine 2 support a Drea the FRAUD... But don't create lies 2 help support a FRAUD!! & 4 the record I haven't rocked with R Kelly since I saw the video of him pissing on that lil girl!! But Drea knew & she probably participated in sex act with him & those minor children... Now that he's broke, she's crying #MeToo! Foh!!
Wayne Mazique R. Kelly is an abuser and you know it.
Amazing, she's saying all negativity with a BIG smile on her face, shes good.
Cause she is a survivor,she didn't let money and fame keep her back and she is proud and brave to walk away .I salute her
I'm a man and I never have thought about abuse in some of the ways you say . This is very educational! Thank you!!
I have read most of the comments, only someone who has witnessed or experienced domestic abuse physical or emotional, an even mentally abuse would understand where she is coming from bc we as the public see them as Icon entertainer, when in fact they live a different life off camera an off stage so really they are living a double life. I have heard K Michelle story on the Real an Drea is telling the truth.
Absolutely! I believe her. I am a survivor. My ex was a very nice around other people, but at home behind closed doors he was a totally different person. He had everyone believing that I was the "bad" person.
I haven't experienced physical abuse, but I still feel & know where she's coming from. She's the genuine article!
@Patrick Finley Hey there Patrick. Ten years I was in that relationship. I was threatened with my life if I tried to leave. This man would put a .357 magnum up to my head and told me how he would blow my head off If I tried to leave. So I had to come up with a plan, and I was terrified. I started saving money. I Informed the company I was working for about what was going on in my marriage. They were very supportive and willing to help me. They were amazing. We decided that if my husband should call, or come there everyone knew to tell him that I'd quit. One morning when he left for work, and after I made sure he was at work (an hours drive away from where we lived) I left him. I backed up a U haul to my front door, packed all that I could in a hurry and left. I found another place to live. When he called the company that I worked for they told him that I didn't work there any longer. So if he had showed up at my job which he did, he wouldn't have seen me nor my car. That's why I stayed and that's how I got out and STAYED OUT!
@Patrick Finley Authorities were called to my home several times. Even after that he still abused me, the last time they were called out it was explained that if the came out again that we both would go to jail. Why would I have to go to jail when I was the one being abused? After that I was threatened by his family. Like I mentioned earlier in front of others he was the perfect gentleman. Everyone believed him. With his charming personality no one ever thought he would abuse his wife. He wouldn't have come into my work place and acted a fool, that would've ruined his reputation. It was only after we were behind closed doors is when his personality changed. There is so much more to my story. What I shared with you was just a little bit of what happened. Still I say to anyone who is being abused please plan your escape. Don't tell your abuser that you are leaving....JUST LEAVE. It wasn't easy, but I did it.
@Patrick Finley Again, what I told you was just a little bit of the story. I did stay in a women's shelter. I also told you that I was threatened by his family. But since you have all of the answers, I'll end this discussion. Take care.
I believe her.
You told it so beautifully. I'm so glad God gave you the courage to get you and your Children out of such abused relationship. Love listen to your story.
Amen! I've been there, done that and I will not go back. More power to you Drea Kelly.
thank u so much Drea for speaking out ..I lost my mom in DV....you are appreciated.
Shes amazing- When youve been IN and Endured an abusive partner, and you share children with your abuser, its a war trying to seperate yourself and your life from that person. More power to her for leaving and thriving and healing...dont let the world silence your voice💜💖💗💐
It's different when you live in that moment of time. You never know what goes on behind close doors. How is many females have loss their lives to the hands of people saying they love you. And it put up such a show and smile for others. You can have the perfect look on the outside and be a raging demon in the inside.... I've been through that before and got the hell out! And didn't look back! Tell your story only God knows. If it was for money she would have stayed but she got out. There's no price on your face from a fist!!!!!
Typo... There are many
I totally understand what youre saying Drea i was on your shoes b4 n GOD gave me the courage to leave and JESUSCHRIST healed my soul only HE can do that. GOD BLESS YOU
But god put you in that position in the first place?
She Has ALWAYS HAD/HAVE AN Amazing Spirit "Hollywood Ex's"..!!! Gone Girl Keep Your Light..!!! 👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕 Only GOD..!!! AMEN
Wow she is so beautiful inside and out. There’s a light in her eyes, God bless her heart ❤️
She is absolutely Strong, Radiant, Beautiful & Amazing 👏
I absolutely believe her and love her! She is a Class act. She needs her own show!!!!
No she doesn’t
This lady is great, and the way she speaks is extraordinary
God bless you!
THE WORD SAYS MAN WILL DESTROY HIMSELF SCIENTIST
ARE NOW SAYING THE Y (MALE) CHROMESOME IS DISSIPATING..
LOOKIN LIKE WE ARE GOING BACK TO MATRIARCH..
WOMEN NATURALLY GO THROUGH THE HEART THEY CARE FOR HUMANITY...MEN GO THROUGH THE PENIS..ITS CALLED HEAD AT BOTH ENDS
THAT JACKED UP STORY BOUT EVE DROPPED THE BALL..
WELL IT WAS ADAM/ATOM..GOD GIVE HIM THE TASK OF TENDING TO THE GARDEN AN ANIMALS..THE APPLE WAS THE ATOM (GENE) ADAM WAS SCREWING AN EATING THE ANIMALS HIEROGLYPHICS
SHOW BY THE TIME THE STORY GOT TO NEMROD IT WAS WELL ESTABLISHED CROSSING THE GENES OF MAN W/ANIMAL.
LOOK AT US NOW EATING MEAT 3X A DAY..AN WE HAVE
NO GARDENS...JUST SAYIN ITS CLEAR MANS A F UP...ROBERT KELLY IS AN EXAMPLE TO THAT.
I love to hear her tell this story. I’m so glad she got away from that monster. Good for you and the other ladies that got away. God bless them.
She's Not Lying He's Crazy
Facts
Ya think 😒
I have a real problem with who makes themselves out to be Angel's but the man is so horrible so big bad wolf
@@raythelljordan6550 So do I and I'm a woman . Drea so full of shit no tears even came out her eyes when she was so called crying I was like girl really . She is such an Hollywood actress and not even a good one . Smgfh
@@brianamosley2002 Yeah and have you saw the video of her singing R Kelly songs and endearingly calling him " baby daddy" and bragging about how she's doing all these tv shows and writing a book!
Bless her,the voice of truth,and I pray this helps other woman to be free and strong and loved and respected 🙏🏾
Wow. So inspiring to listen to, now that is a person who has been through a lot. Thank you for sharing your strength. P.s I have the same big smile too. Keep smiling. Not many people are educated enough to understand what it took for you to speak out and on t.v . Well done!!
She is so classy and comes across very well.
Those girls are young and obviously have very low self esteem. They need to really listen to Drea Kelly and move on
Ty chisholm You talking about his current girlfriends?
Girl, I feel you, I feel you so much! When she broke down crying, I started crying too. I really applaud her for leaving because of herself but also because of her daughter. I was in her daughter's position, except my mother was weak and never left. It really destroyed me. Please, whoever is reading this, if you're in an abusive relationship like this, leave, if not for yourself, then at least for your children.
Tell your story!!!
And don’t let nothing or anybody stop you!!!!
Well said.. thank you
Tell your story but don’t LIE
She Smiles Every time She Speaks Of Him
That kind of smile is freedom and joy even through the Holy Spirit.
Egypt Egypt - she smiled because she is FREE And Has finally Walked away. You would be Smileing as well. She is BRAVE. Shame on you she is Speaking TRUTH!!!!
Angela Petallano Thank You for clarifying that for me , I just didn’t understand That’s all
She still loves him.
Egypt Egypt. The lady is FREE! When you experience breaking free then you'll understand her smiles, and her unspeakable joy!
She is making a difference,bless her 🙏🏾
Thank you a million times over. I needed to hear your words today so that I could make it through another day of the fight to escape my abuser. You speak with strength and truth and the light shines through every word. For those of us who have experienced this in our lives….your courage will be our armour. Your voice - our freedom. You are saving lives. We must tell our stories so that others know they are not alone. Together we are stronger.
Stay strong! I left my abusive ex husband in 2018 after 8 years of marriage. We have a son who was 6 at the time. Best decision I ever made & every day I’m thankful for my freedom & the hard work I put in to escape! No one deserves to be demeaned & hurt. I hope every day it gets a little easier for you.
You go girl!! I still have to deal with my abuser. I was 16 and he was 19. I had a child by him when I was 20.He was just like that he was mentally, emotionally, physically, still financially abusive. I was told I am not to tell my story because, just because he did it to me, does not mean he will do it to her. He even admitted to the abuse.
Total respect to this woman. She nails it on every level. Reminds me of Tina Turner. Every woman that gets free gives another woman courage and hope to know that she can do it too.
Bless her heart. So glad she found the strength to leave.
Quite a strong, intelligent and well-spoken lady!