In an emotional revelation, actress Yvonne Jegede has shared the painful experience she endured after her appearance on the Honest Bunch Podcast with popular Nigerian radio personality Nedu. The interview, which aired recently, sparked a flurry of backlash from netizens, some of whom directed harsh comments at Jegede’s family, particularly her son.
During the interview, Jegede discussed her journey as a single mother and the challenges of balancing her career while raising her child. However, her candid conversation quickly took a darker turn as social media users began to attack her and her son. Many criticized her parenting choices, with some going as far as to curse her son online.
Taking to social media, Jegede poured out her heart, expressing her shock and dismay at the cruelty she faced. “The things people said about my son were heartbreaking. Many cursed him, wished him ill, and said things that no mother should ever have to hear about their child,” she said in a post on Instagram.
The actress also noted that while public figures often face online hate, the extent of vitriol directed at her son left her feeling emotionally drained. “No one ever prepares you for the kind of cruelty people will unleash just because they don’t know you personally. It’s one thing to criticize me, but attacking my child crosses a line,” Jegede continued.
Yvonne’s honest comments have sparked a wider conversation about online bullying and the harsh realities that public figures, particularly mothers, face in the digital age. Many of her followers and fans have expressed support for her, condemning the online abuse and calling for more kindness and empathy on social media.
In the midst of the ordeal, Jegede has found solace in her supporters, and she remains determined to protect her son from further harm. “My priority will always be my son’s well-being. I will continue to shield him from the negativity and ensure he grows up in a loving, supportive environment,” she concluded.
As the backlash continues to unfold, the incident serves as a sobering reminder of the destructive power of online hate and the importance of creating a safer, more compassionate digital space for all.
source: Legit.ng