Mo’Nique’s recent appearance on the “Club Shay Shay” podcast has stirred up conversations about her relationship with her oldest son, Shalon Jackson. In a heartfelt TikTok video, Shalon decided to share his side of the story and address his Mother’s comments.
In the video, which lasted nearly 10 minutes, Jackson calmly expressed his thoughts and feelings about the situation. He began by explaining that he wanted to respond in a measured way, to avoid getting caught up in emotions:
“I would like to free her (his mother, Mo’Nique) from having to continue telling that lie,” Shalon shared. “Faith without work is dead, and neither one of us cares to put forth any effort to reconcile with the other. We are separate as she put it because she doesn’t care to be my mother any more than I care to be her son.”
Jackson continued to highlight the lack of communication between the two, stating that neither of them has reached out to each other in a long time. He also mentioned that Mo’Nique’s current husband, Sidney Hicks, does not acknowledge him, adding to the complexities of their estranged bond.
Reflecting on their troubled past, Shalon said:
“I’m tired of hearing my mother’s truths, news flash… standing in your truth doesn’t make you noble.”
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Shalon Jackson acknowledged that nobody is perfect and that he was willing to get over certain things. However, he alluded that his Mother has a lack of humility, compassion, and consideration in taking accountability for her actions. He described her as someone who acknowledges things selectively and only when it suits her convenience.
Mo’Nique, in her conversation with Shannon Sharpe, expressed her hope that time would heal the divide between her and her son. She understood that she had done what she could and that it was now up to him to decide if and when he wanted to reconcile.
It’s evident that the strained relationship between Mo’Nique and her son, Shalon, is filled with complexities and unresolved emotions. While Jackson acknowledges that nobody is perfect, he seeks genuine efforts and accountability from his Mother.
This public exchange of heartfelt responses sheds light on the challenges many families face when dealing with estrangement. It serves as a reminder that healing takes time and effort from all parties involved. Ultimately, it’s up to Mo’Nique and her son to find a way to mend their fractured connection, if they so choose.
