Kirk Franklin On Discovering Biological Dad At 53, Birth Mom Denying It & Secrets At Black Churches

Kirk Franklin On Discovering Biological Dad At 53 & Birth Mom Denying It

"It has shaken my world. Even now, I am still shooketh. I am still in the middle of the impact of that car wreck. And Deborah still denies it... I have not talked to her since."

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Kirk Franklin's Unforgettable Conversation With Shannon Sharpe - Laughs, Emotions & Prayers | EP. 100

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[clarencedolan]

This is why paternity tests should be mandatory, married or not.

[nmbranalyst]

Please know you can forgive someone and not want to ever be in the same space with them again. You can forgive people who has wronged you and not ever want to put yourself at risk of their behaviors.

[intodaysepisode...]

I'm so honored to experience our men to have such an open, vulnerable conversation about REAL life!

[michelleb]

My dad was one of 10 children and he was the only one put up for adoption. His adopted parents were a godsend but at the age of 71 he still struggles. Kirk's story has helped him ❤. Great interview Shannon.

[lifecoachthirl]

This excerpt is the epitome of transparency. The pain is evident. It's a lot to take in and process for Kirk. Sending loads of love.🫶🏾

[jcoop]

I met my biological father in 2021 at the age of 37 years old. I totally understand his situation.

[lellisla]

Maybe Shannons most powerful and important conversation yet

[diasgad]

That's a really deep conversation. Kirk Franklin's vulnerability is very touchy and amazing.

[mbyrd]

I love the way Shannon conducts interviews. He’s asking all the questions I wanted to ask. I can completely relate to his battle with God. The good news about this battle is that God will show up and turn this in Kirk’s favor. So many people needed to hear his testimony for this own healing. Praying for healing for Kirk and his family. ❤

[YolandaHannaYoHan]

This is one of the most honest, transparent interviews I have ever watched. Shannon Sharpe I appreciate you for always keeping it real on Club Shay Shay and I respect Kirk Franklin for bearing his soul. Blessings from The Bahamas gentlemen🙏🏽

[nmbranalyst]

Kirk said... can I get a little bit mo on the height? 🤣🤣

[LolaBunnay]

Just when you think you’re alone and your feelings are unique, you hear that someone is having the same thoughts and feelings as you.

[RomeyB]

I can relate to everything Kirk is saying. I met my biological father at age 29. Although I was happy, I knew it wasn't going to be peaches and cream because we spent time getting to know one another. During the time, he fell ill and died 3 years ago from kidney failure at the ripe age of 75. But I did get the answer I was looking for which was he always wanted to be in my life, but my mom was the one that stopped it. Therefore, I understand Mr. Franklin better.

[gwendolynbrown]

It was divine process how Kirk came to know who his biological father was. Not by coincidence.

[sourcingsailor]

I 100% agree with Shannon, when he told Kirk, "You can't blame her for giving you up, when she was 15-years-old, because most 15-year-old girls can't even take care of themselves."

However, that 15-year-old, eventually became a 25-year-old, a 35-year-old and a a 45-year-old, who had to want to know what became of their child and more.

That's where I blame her.

She was old enough AND knew the truth where she could have contacted Kirk and told him the truth.

Even if she didn't know Rick was Kirk's dad, she should have openly asked Mr. Rick to swab, just to find out, when the rumors started.

That's where I hold blame.

[jusme]

That momma has a story too...thank you Kirk for sharing this story. I understand it completely

[LynetteMBradshaw]

This a powerful, transparent conversation as a man, as a person. Thank you for sharing this conversation. It can help so many peel back their layers, understand their internal struggles and know they aren't alone. powerful

[godschild]

This is such a powerful conversation!!

[chantillaboateng]

Excellent discussion! Shannon Sharp has become amazing at hosting these discussions and Kirk Franklin has come into his own! These men are doing middle age beautifully.
I loved this.

[saintkartier]

You know what I hate about all this is that nobody holds women like his mom accountable and there’s a lot of them out here old and young going unscathed because they’re females meanwhile men get dragged constantly