Karen Derrico Addresses Fans Amidst Divorce Speculations
Karen Derrico recently took to Instagram to “address the elephant in the room,” sparking curiosity among fans who anticipated an update on her recent divorce from Deon Derrico. Here’s what the TLC star had to share.
Karen’s Video Update on Family Life
On Instagram, Karen Derrico, star of “Doubling Down With The Derricos,” hinted at addressing pressing concerns, leading many to believe she would speak about her unexpected divorce from Deon Derrico. The couple, who filed for divorce on June 4, 2024, and finalized it shortly after, had been together for 19 years and share 14 children. Their split came as a shock to their fans, who were eager to understand the reasons behind it.
In her video posted on June 20, Karen provided an update on her and her children’s well-being. She emphasized her focus on planning summer activities to keep the kids “busy and occupied.” Although fans were hoping for more details about the divorce, Karen primarily shared how the family is coping.
Expressing Gratitude and Seeking Support
Karen took the opportunity to thank fans for their unwavering support during this challenging time. She reassured everyone, stating, “I’m doing OK, the children are doing as good as they can be right now.” She also requested continued prayers for her family, especially for Deon Derrico’s mother, GG, who is battling cancer. “Please keep GG in your prayers,” she added, highlighting GG’s fluctuating health.
Among the updates, Karen proudly mentioned her daughter Darian’s recent high school graduation and shared that the triplets, Dawsyn, De’Aren, and Dyver, are preparing to start kindergarten in the fall, with plans for homeschooling.
Fans’ Reactions and Karen’s Clarification
Despite her detailed update, fans were quick to point out that Karen had not addressed the anticipated topic. One fan commented, “Lol — you definitely did not discuss the ‘elephant in the room,'” while another noted, “Did anyone else notice that she mentioned herself, GG, and the children, but no mention of her husband?”
In response to the comments, Karen clarified, “The elephant in the room is my health! I am doing fine!” This left many still curious about the details of her divorce from Deon.
Focusing on Self-Care and Future Plans
Karen also shared her intentions to focus on self-care, including considering a vacation to rejuvenate. She mentioned upcoming speaking engagements where she plans to share her story and journey. “I am definitely looking into just taking care of Karen for a while. We all need to look into that, right? So that’s what I’m focused on,” she said.
For now, both Karen and Deon Derrico have remained silent about the specifics of their divorce, leaving fans to wait for further updates.