Key Points
- Kirk Franklin says he has never understood homophobia. He vows to always love his son unconditionally.
- He told his son there will be no end to love. He said he will stand with his son.
- Franklin criticised singling out LGBTQ+ people for special judgement. He argued that all sins need the same grace.
Kirk Franklin spoke openly about his son Kerrion’s bisexuality in a recent interview. He said he never understood homophobia and that he loves every human.
He told the Tamron Hall show he will always love his son. He spoke as other music stars faced show rows such as Kizz Daniel misses Paris show.
Franklin said parenting is about love not agreement on every choice. He told his son he would never stop loving him.
Franklin rejects neat religious boxes
He said being a Christian singer does not erase his human flaws. He spoke days after other stars made headlines, for example Davido celebrates three years.
Franklin argued no sin should be singled out for harsher shame. He named cheating divorce and premarital sex as examples needing the same grace.
He also recalled being questioned over his love for fashion in school. He said care and fair grace must guide public talk on sex.
Their fraught history includes a leaked 2021 phone call that went viral. Franklin said he kept trying to repair the bond while owning his faults.
His stance has prompted praise from some fans and debate online. He urged people to grant grace and avoid quick harsh judgement.
Franklin recently received a major music honour that highlighted his long career. He thanked his wife and family while noting he remains imperfect.
He said he hopes public talk will move toward calm and respect. He added his love for Kerrion will never change at all.
He urged media and fans to avoid inflaming family pain for clicks. He asked parents to lead with love and offer steady support.
Kerrion has pursued music and reality TV since his coming out. Franklin said he hopes Kerrion finds peace and full healing soon.
Some readers praised Franklin for his clear support for his son. Others urged continued dialogue across faith and family spaces for change
