R. Kelly’s daughter Buku Abi is speaking out again, this time addressing the public narrative surrounding her relationship with her father.

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In a recent sit-down with Reginae Carter, Buku pushed back against assumptions, explaining that her feelings toward Kelly are complex. She said:

“I love my father, ok. It’s a big misconception that there is hate or like animosity towards him. It’s none of that. At the end of the day, I went through what I went through, my family went through what they went through, and I’m gonna hold people accountable. However, that does not reflect how I feel about that man. I love my dad.”

Buku also candidly discussed turning to marijuana and alcohol as coping mechanisms while navigating the relentless public scrutiny and the weight of her family’s name. She shared:

“I think it’s no secret at all that I’ve definitely struggled with like mental health, substance abuse. Now, to be clear, we’re not talking hard drugs. I’m talking weed and alcohol.”

The conversation arrives against the backdrop of serious allegations Buku previously made, accusing Kelly of sexually abusing her as a child, claims she detailed in the documentary ‘R. Kelly’s Karma: A Daughter’s Journey.’ Kelly has denied allegations through his legal team.

Watch a clip from Buku’s conversation below:

 

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