Kirk Franklin's Raw Truth: Betrayal & Family Secrets Unveiled!

🔥 Uncover the hidden truths as #KirkFranklin bares his soul in this 🔥 BOMBSHELL interview on #SwayInTheMorning! 🎙️ Dive deep into a story of betrayal, secrets, and a life-altering revelation that shook the world of gospel music's icon. Kirk Franklin's Raw Truth: Betrayal & Family Secrets Unveiled reveals the turbulent journey of a man who stood at the pinnacle of success, yet grappled with a past shrouded in lies. 🤯
From confronting protestors to unveiling the identity of his biological father, Franklin opens up about the challenges he faced within his family and community. Watch as he shares his raw and unfiltered experiences, and the emotional rollercoaster of a lifetime spent searching for approval and truth. 🎤
Expect the unexpected as Franklin drops truth bombs that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about the Gospel legend. Don't miss this exclusive peek into the heartache and triumphs of Kirk Franklin, only on #SwaysUniverse.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Kirk Franklin’s Controversial Past
3:59 - Maternal Bonds: Kirk Franklin's Mother
8:41 - Discovering Kirk's Biological Father
15:29 - The Bombshell Documentary
17:17 - Kirk Franklin's DNA Confirmation
19:51 - Live Performance: Kirk Franklin Concert
22:20 - Discussing Paternity Disclosure Timing
24:55 - Emotional Reunion: Kirk Meets Son
27:15 - Kirk Franklin's Sense of Duty to Mother
31:00 - Viewer Interaction: Caller Jackie
35:49 - Viewer Interaction: Caller Dedrick
39:27 - Viewer Interaction: Caller Myke
39:56 - Childhood Influence on Kirk Franklin's Relationships
44:46 - Documentary Takeaways: Kirk Franklin's Hopes
46:57 - Addressing Kirk Franklin's Needs
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[@kimr.5149]

This was such a beautiful inspirational interview. Love the transparency that Kirk has. If others cannot see the love of God in him, they need to check themselves in the mirror. Sway, you are an awesome interviewer❤️ May God continue to bless You and Family Kirk🙏🏼❤️

[@SWAYSUNIVERSE1]

🙏🏾 hit that share button for us. The algorithm is trying to bury all the positive stuff

[@sclark7577]

That street preacher was spot on when he Kirk approached him. People gone take up for Kirk bcuz this backwards world have labeled him as this so called over human in other words a celebrity.

[@brendaperez6766]

I don't understand whyyyy, he needs to put out All his PERSONAL BUSINNES to the public. I just don't get it who cares who his daddy is that's between his mama and him. HE EVEN RECORDED the meeting and didn't keep it private. 🤦‍♀️

[@sclark7577]

@@brendaperez6766 Exactly ikr. That’s all bcuz he’s an entertainer that’s all PERIOD!!! It’s all about making a scene and to just be in the spotlight like always basically. And people just continue to buy into it SMH! But I’m definitely with u 100%

[@dsw886]

Agree@kimr.5149. Always loved his transparency. Although not understood by some, transparency may be cathartic for some and has the power to help others who have gone through the same. Those who have followed Kirk /love his music from day one, knows he has often shared his abandonment issues and speaks of it in his music. Some may not understand him sharing this, but those who can are so very happy that he finally found his biological father. Kirk said "I heal as I reveal". May God continue to heal the wounds that he and others may still have.

[@jeanhensley3903]

I was flying in from LAX to Nashville because my mother was extremely sick(dying). However, there was a man/gentleman who just came and helped me load my luggage in my cousin's car. Didn't have to, but just did. We had masks on, but I knew the voice, the twinkle in the eyes, it was This gentleman here, Kirk Franklin. I never broke his identity. I just said, "I know you, God Bless you, and thank you!" I will never forget. This is a true, kind soul and gentleman. He walks with light. I pray he understands that "beings" are in the world to try and squash his light. I pray God will give him the strength to never let this happen 🙏🏽 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤

[@kimr.5149]

Amen❤

[@GospelMusicBuzz]

Wow that's great

[@dawnssunrises6050]

This was a beautiful testimony you gave on his behalf. Thank you for this beautiful bit of we deserved praise for Kirk Franklin❣️ Bless you🤗

[@yourantm79]

Awww beautiful!! 🥹🩷🫶🏽 Kirk and my daughter share the same bday we got to meet him at our church in Atl too he’s so chill and like family even from a quick meet & greet and a couple selfies. Kirk is a national treasure to me. It’s always love! 🥰🫶🏽

[@PRProPam]

Thank you for sharing ♥️🙏🏾

[@sharalhall5911]

Kerrion dropped all his anger in that one moment & they held each other & you could see the LOVE.

[@tangotea7192]

Absolutely

[@victoriaparker-mothershed9427]

I cried like a baby when that occurred because I felt it

[@Tee-kc3pn]

"We have to learn to win wounded." Thank you for saying that Kirk!

[@eyram5098]

The documentary needs to win an award !!! I have watched it countless times and never tire of watching . 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@colainereed6509]

Praying for you Kirk my sisters Don Denise Daphne Reed you never know what people are going through 😢😢 BUT GOD!!! Jeremiah 29: 11 God is the only one who knows the plan for your life is not accidental you are a choosen One so you could be a TESTIMONY to Others and spread God's WORD!! Family Secrets❤ ALL I CAN SAY IS THANK LORD I know the young lady who started it for you her father is my classmate you are connected to so many people and by telling your story We All Are Healing

[@thatgirlkells5505]

It is very powerful!!!!

[@ada627]

Me too I have watched it several times ❤

[@everydaychristian8932]

“My mother lied to me AGAIN!” -Kirk

[@lesiarucker6491]

💯🏆👑

[@nonkolo_faith]

This is how you see how Christian a person is, not how many scriptures you know or how perfect your life is! So much grace and compassion whilst he is the victim... This is still so fresh! Kerrion is his heart! I pray for Kirk Franklins healing.

[@Amberxclusive]

You took the words right out of my mouth. This is how you lead people to God. I lost my faith due to the toxic effects from Christian people. But this has changed my mind. And touch my soul to the core😢❤

[@fah232]

Absolutely

[@favouredlisa8218]

You got that right.

[@jazzyjennshighway]

When you right you right …

[@hezekiahsparrow8607]

@@Amberxclusive you didn’t lose your faith, you were awakened to the reality that some church folk are not Christians just dressing up looking the part and going through the motions of religious traditions. Not the same as trying to live like Christ. His 33 years was the example for us to follow. So many church folk are caught up in needing to be seen and needing to be accepted by the small group of folk who run some churches that they forget all about praising and worshipping God, service which begins outside of church doors, and loving on and praying for all of humanity. I don’t know you but I can pray for your restoration back to God through developing a relationship with Jesus Christ. Girl, you are not alone. If it’s for you to fellowship with some particular church Jesus will lead you to it and if that’s not His plan for you then study your Bible, love on your self try to forgive the church folk who hurt you. ❤️🫶🏾🙏🕊️

[@geemonay]

Kirk: Everything is so fresh. Sway: That’s why I want to be gentle with you. What a healing exchange between 2 black men - phew🥹🥹🥹🥹 Brother Kirk, thank you for telling your story so vulnerably and so powerfully. Brother Sway, thank you for such an authentic display of care and empathy for another black man.

[@tierrarogers3949]

Yes, that was a beautiful moment. 💯😌🙏🏾🩵

[@keepthefaithwithtori]

This is Powerful!!! I told my son the truth at 13 and he was able to understand.. I needed my son to know that his mother is not perfect and children deserve the truth!! I owed my son the truth!!

[@shymcg]

Blessings to you 🦋🙏🏽🦋

[@talaya4348]

I’m not adopted or anything but I cried for the little boy in Kirk Franklin. I knew family and friends who have gone through this and it breaks my heart. Children don’t have the language to express how they feel about these things

[@quise5918]

Kirk still has so much grace for his Aunt and Mother. God bless him.

[@Mztye]

Yes He does. His auntie is something talking to the man like she know him and as if he's 8 or 10 years of age.

[@jaeeluv]

​@@Mztye💯 When she cursed at him smh.

[@nurse4life102]

They didn’t deserve his grace. The aunt was so disrespectful. The both should be ashamed and definitely don’t deserve the title Queen.

[@Joyclyn]

Yes!!!!! How????

[@quise5918]

@@Joyclyn How Sway ? Lol

[@mrs_klb671]

Man that 1st phone call… WHEW!! It’s so unbelievably sad that our parents generation and older hold so many secrets that shook their whole life and were/are still terrified to tell their story even if those family members have long transitioned. Please have a open book(no matter how painful) with your children. Change the future! ❤❤❤ WE LOVE YOU KIRK!

[@meed8738]

Same thing I said. I believe If her sister wasn’t there in both the meetings in the video I think she would’ve opened up a little bit not much but just a little. She’s afraid to talk about something maybe she was a hoe and her family didn’t know or condone it at the time, maybe she doesn’t see Kirk as her son cause she never wanted him(she didn’t plan to get pregnant it’s like he just…happened), etc.

[@raeleneg4280]

I will always be grateful to both my parents for sharing family history with us. I’ve learned over the years that doing so is not the norm. I have history, good, bad and ugly and I’ve been the better for it. We need to share more.

[@latoniasanders9122]

Gave me chills😢

[@komealongwithkymm]

My sister and I were just speaking about this very subject on how our mother keeps so many secrets about the family. It’s sad.

[@barbarawilliams5130]

@@komealongwithkymm secrets in my family are still being revealed to this day and I'm 62 yrs old. The ones who kept the secrets closed to them are unalive now. Therefore we are getting watered down information from people who say, "I heard." Heartbroken💔

[@Ms.A.Matthews415]

Love when Kirk Franklin says " Win Wounded". Its so true as someone who has experienced traumatic events like abandonedment, betrayal, and feeling unloved. I had to learn exactly to Win Wounded and keep going. Praise to you Kirk Franklin. Im crying while praising his almighty father. Thank you Kirk Franklin.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Kirk, thank you for sharing your story to the world! About 2 years ago, I discovered my Father’s biological family on Ancestry. My Father also lived his life thinking one man was his Father. My Grandmother passed away in 2005, so unfortunately my Father can’t get the truth from her. Neither gets the truth from his biological Father, since he passed in 2019. What pains me is that my Dad and myself is named after a man that we don’t share a bloodline with. It wasn’t easy revealing the truth to my Father. But as his eldest, I needed to tell him about our true identity. I finally met my biological family a year ago in SC. 3 hours away from where I live(Atlanta). My Father was skeptical meeting the family at first. He was in denial at first. But, he started to come around once he seen pictures of family members that resemble us! I was going to connect my Father with his biological Brother for the first time. My Father and Bonus Mother was going to fly in to Atlanta from Oklahoma and ride with me to SC to meet the family this year in July. Unfortunately, My Father passed away unexpectedly 2 days before Father’s Day at the age of 54. He NEVER got the chance to meet his biological family. We were so close! But God had other plans. I’m still dealing with my Father’s passing. He was my best friend. I’m grateful that my Father got a chance to know the truth about his paternity before he left this world.

[@TankaVizion2]

I'm so glad that you found out all of this information. You had the bravery & great privilege to share this with your Dad is amazing.. I am sad that your Dad didn't get to meet his biological father as well. I understand & felt it when you said your Dad was your Best Friend! I can certainly relate. Blessings & respect to you & your family...

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@@TankaVizion2 Thank you for such kind words! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@joannlaney1237]

Thank u for sharing. Please write a book.

[@melanieballard8669]

I have such respect for Mr. Kirk Franklin. He said that Kerrion is 35. He looks like he's in his 30s. GOD bless him as he walks through this journey of "reconstructing his life." He is a real one for sure!!

[@Moodymodestyle]

Thank you SWAY for always being a safe space for people to talk, for being a champion for folks, for being a constant professional. Been a part of our lives since mtv trl days and you continue to be great! Thank you for walking in your purpose which has connected so many of us in ways we could not have imagined. May God continue to bless you and your amazing team 💐💐💐

[@kraquel89]

Very well stated. I agree with every single sentiment. ❤

[@nitaatkinson4707]

Same story. Not only did I find out my dad isn’t my dad. I also found out I’m a different race. Mom died when I was 9. Out here just lost. This doc touched me.

[@gloriabrisco2810]

What race were you before and what is your race now?

[@kathleenking47]

@@gloriabrisco2810 I wonder too, not how, but, what's shocking, is knowing you're adopted, and hejbg white, Marrying another adopted white person, and having a black presenting baby.... Since you both are part black but dudnr know, it pook it

[@Music-yq8qc]

So you need paperwork to tell you your race ?

[@queenbreezy7297]

Sorry to hear this for you, may the Lord fill those voids in your life with his ❤️ love

[@nitaatkinson4707]

@@gloriabrisco2810 I grew up believing I was black. The dad that’s not my dad and my mom are black. Both granddads were light like Smokey Robinson . Green eyes. Always thought I was light due to genes. However I found out thru ancestry that I am half Eastern European and black

[@pamjacque8640]

Kirk's voice is so soothing.

[@Lovingmemore512]

Kirks interview just shows what a good person he has become even through the trials in his life. I love and appreciate him sharing his story and being so open.

[@ajbyrd2712]

This was a great interviwer. Kudos to Kirk for being vulnerable and letting other Black men know it's ok and to heal that inner child. Now, I need to go watch the documentary.

[@adadean9014]

Yes,u should!!! It's deep

[@sharalhall5911]

His dad who he thought was biological couldn’t give him live. His biological dad reacted just like Kirk, real tears.

[@Berrymerry928]

33:25 “I need for you to do it WOUNDED.” WOW, that’s powerful! ❤

[@MsProsperity0803]

I'm sitting here at work trying to navigate & help these Veterans & watching this interview & I'm about to cry my eyes out!!!!! I feel like I need to go home & soak all of this in. Kirk is such an inspiration, a phenomenal man. I admire him GREATLY & I so wish I could hug him b/c I can see the pain, but I also see the blessings & glory. God will definitely get the Glory from all of this!!!! #LoveyouKirk

[@tamarapinder6693]

Kirk understood it quickly that his testimony was so much bigger then himself..And I appreciate him sharing his testimony with us and being so vulnerable..God continue to keep him lifted and in prayer!!

[@blackredwhiteandblue1440]

TESTIMONY I heard YAH say this to me about 2 months ago… we need more testimony How can we heal without these testimonies so we can break these strongholds.. BREAK THESE CHAINS❤

[@tamarapinder6693]

Amen God is Good and is always on time!!

[@carolines6195]

OMG! the second caller was even more powerful than the first. Kirk is literally piecing his life together right on air ❤

[@sxt4447]

Speaking of Kerry Washington, she recently said on her Breakfast Club interview that we as adults need to take responsibility for the gap between what we were given (by our parents and guardians) and what we need. I’ll add that we have to go to our Father who art in Heaven to fill that void. Put it in God’s hands and allow the Lord to be your parent, your brother, your husband, your best friend before you look for other people to complete the puzzle.

[@ra-revalverde5071]

Really powerful messaging in this interview. I pray that Kirk and everyone who relates to this story finds healing. This is so common in our community.

[@chanellsmith3204]

As an adoption social worker for ten years...tell the child at an early age (picture book)...The truth is the truth. I feel for him especially Deborah's denial 😔 😢 Kirk you are the vessel God is using to bring light to hurt.Pray for you. #ordermysteps2023, Psa 37:23; Prov 16:9

[@brendagrant9382]

Yes!

[@reginahibbitt7161]

So true I told my daughter when she was 5 that she was adopted. At 16 I hired a private investigator (adoption) to find a biological mom she did and her bio mom will have nothing to do with. I warned my daughter about everything she was 18 and wanted to know. She met her older sister but I believe if children of adoption don’t seek counsel for the rejection every area of their life is affected. I watched the documentary and it was powerful. God is using your life for good.

[@tiffanylane184]

​@@reginahibbitt7161 yes adoptees should definitely be in therapy with an adoption informed counselor from an early age. They will deal with rejection and abandonment in other areas of life regardless of how well they were provided for in there home.

[@bria2luv305]

To me it was epic. I’ve watched it 7 or 8 times. I m adopted and I’m 69. I knew who my mother was but no biological father. I never found him.

[@lorip4413]

❤️‍🩹

[@antoinettepittman8714]

I Too Was Adopted , Knew Who My Mother Was, But Not My Father.

[@LoveLife11115]

ancestry DNA. that’s how i found my father. my mom was just like Kirk’s mom.

[@914Westchester]

You can submit a DNA sample to Ancestry. That will give you a huge head start. I guarantee you will instantly find either your father, a sibling, or cousins in their database. Ancestry will even show you which cousins are related on your mother's side and which on your father's side. With technology and science being so accessible there's no such thing as anonymity anymore. I absolutely love meeting new cousins on Ancestry. Many of them were just trying to find their dad's identity and between Ancestry and Facebook we could figure it out. Out it we became friends. Don't cheat yourself of family that wants a connection with you. Good luck in your journey.

[@914Westchester]

​@@antoinettepittman8714 Ancestry has their kits on sale right now for $59!

[@ayokunlealalade-ayinla5276]

For some or even most of us who have been a fan of Kirk for over 2 decades, his story would mean so so much to us. Here is a man with his own pains and struggles yet blessing a huge number of people!!! I remember those days/years listening to "Lean on me", "the spring of April's gone...", "you know I've had some lonely days..." etc One would have thought his lonely days were in the past Not knowing that they were still on-going. GOD BLESS YOU KIRK FOR YOUR OPENNESS, SINCERITY AND HARDWORK!!!

[@loreenheath1472]

This was an amazing interview. I respect Kurt Franklin for his transparency and his ability to encourange others while he is bleeding. May God restore the years, he has sown in tears.

[@jenknowsit]

Sway, you said that so powerful, We were in the room! This young man deserves an award for his hard work on the camera! I felt his story as of it were mine. I saw his heart, I saw the pain and his courage. He has opened up wounds and opened up healing at the same time. His way may not be traditional but it is EFFECTIVE and brings the result where people will see that before and after the music plays there's God. He's real and no joke! Thank you again Kirk, thank you!

[@lesiarucker6491]

Sure does ❤🙌🏼🏆💯👑

[@inamu261]

I can't stop crying since the documentary. Every time I watch Kirk's story, I cry because I went through one of my worst moments 15 years ago and the situations were so tough that I had to make the most difficult decision in my life. After counseling from a very good friend of mine, I chose to give my second daughter for an open adoption. I was blamed and judged by some people, and a few were kind to me. I have not received therapy for this decision since the only one I had from the adoption agency. I have been suffering inside but still praise God that I get to talk to my daughter, I will be visiting her next summer break. This will be my second visit since she was 2 years old. I don’t know the right words to use because I don't want to leave her with sadness and confusion because she has 2 loving parents that have been there for her since day one and I don't want them to feel some kind of way when I tell her what ever God will allow me to say. I have so much love for her, and I don’t know how to express it because I want her to keep being happy with the family she has. I just don't want her to worry about not being with me. She is only 14 years old and she is sensitive like me. I pray for Kirk and his children and everyone that is going through similar situations.

[@carlaroberts9143]

Praise God you have an opportunity to reconcile with her ...giving up a child for adoption is the most loving thing you can do for that child❤️

[@1165meme]

I found out at 48 that the dad I thought was my dad was not my dad and my mom and that man passed away around 40 years ago. I feel that the moms involved are selfish and does not have the right to deprive a child of a relationship with their parent. I met my dad, he lived only 3 years after our meeting. My dad turned out to be the thee best man that I have EVER met. Our relationship was amazing, I loved him into infinity. I have two brothers who do except me. However, we did not allow anyone or anything to ever interfere. I can relate to every aspect of this story.

[@tinamelton0316]

This is bursting our front door down!!!! My Mom was adopted and was told her biological father was a married preacher by her Mom. I had a son by a married man in 2001. My Mom passed the same year before my son was born. But I refused to lie to my oldest son! I told him the truth from an early age because I saw how much my Mother cried before her death! I hurt when my Mom's heart was broken!! But the Lord Jesus did give my Mom love and mercy that her biological sister came before her death! The Lord gave my Mom closure! The rest of my Mom's story of who her biological father is has not been revealed! Thanks Kirk Franklin for walking this journey out publicly! I have been ashamed of so much of my life and upbringing in some ways! I feel most times like I don't fit any where! But relying on my Heavenly Father, The Lord Jesus Christ, and Holy Spirit they are my saving Grace!!!!!

[@danik9085]

The documentary was touching, frustrating and beautiful. This is also one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen on Sway. Incredible.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@markeedariley7362]

I am so proud of Brother Kirk for allowing God to use his story to help heal so many of us! 42:00 spoke to the teacher side of me! Lord have mercy on inner city educators who are involved in the lives of so many hurting children and youth! We have to pour into these kids! By any means necessary! He is making me think of those students that we have, that like he said, "always getting in trouble." Please use us all Lord... to show someone the way... and enable us to say... I'm available to you! Mercy. Mercy. Mercy.

[@officiallythelyne]

I have always, ALWAYS, been a fan of Kirk since day one. I'll tell you this, I'm TIRED of crying!! His story has touched on so many levels. And the gentleman from his old neighborhood calling in with those memories that had Kirk in tears? Have mercy. God bless you, Kirk. We're here with you and for you man.

[@seechelleflow]

In 2020, at the age of 50, I learned who my biological father was..... My Father passed away, but I was able to connect with my Aunts and cousins, and discovered I am my paternal Grandmother's twin. 🥰🥰

[@EdwardSanchezProductions]

Kirk Franklin is so inspiring.

[@pearlsnchuckswednesday7629]

I met Kirk Franklin and some members of the family at a Paraolympic rehearsal for 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. He was so down to earth and so genuine full of light. We horse-played on camera and I’ve heard nothing but the same type stories throughout the years. I’m so happy that Kirk found his biological Father and can now begin the journey of not only knowing his Heavenly Father but also his Father here on earth. God bless him and his family. ❤❤❤

[@desireebrown3690]

I heard this interview more than once and my heart goes out to him. This man always radiates love and unity and has a great sense of humour through it all. His beautiful wife Tammy is also a wonderful woman. God Bless you and your family Kirk

[@helengazley1123]

He has such a Great spirit, humble and honest. My heart ached for him when I watched the documentary.

[@scottd7222]

This is my story too..just found my father last year after 32 years. Its been emotional but the blessing is more than i could of dreamed. I wept like a baby watchinv his documentary as it mirrored my emotions so much.

[@thefreequency]

18:14 is such a subtle and Divine display of compassion, Love, and brotherhood 🖤

[@Graced411]

Mr Kirk story is gonna help so many! What an amazing guy

[@glendarussell2540]

I loved this interview and Kirk's transparency and heart. It is amazing how God is using Kirk to heal others as he heals him. ❤❤❤

[@vasleurs]

Kirk Franklin gave us permission to not just do church but to really enjoy and be inspired. So many of his songs always were life savers from thinking you’re not good enough.

[@user-tx1fm8ep5y]

Sway that introduction was masterful bro🙏🏾 Kirk Franklin we all have heard the saying “ You are a blessing to be a blessing “ I now have a example of that type of grace in real time. We are all praying with you and for you. God is doing his work. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@yemio1005]

Such a wonderful man, wish him nothing but blessings and healing. God bless you Mr Franklin🙏🏾❤

[@jodalenelogan2952]

Telling your story is powerful for healing. My heart goes out to you. I found out two and a half years ago at age 58. It’s a rough ride. It is a tearing down of your identity. But rebuilding is powerful too. Because you get to chose the person you grow into. Bless you for telling your story so we know that we are not alone. ❤

[@gerritamartin3173]

❤❤❤

[@thatgirlkells5505]

Wishing you Healing and Peace!!!!

[@feliciahorne3061]

I pray all is well but a lot of Mother's need to hear about Kirk Franklin's story. It brought tears to my eyes but really need to be heard. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙌🏿🤵🏿Kirk Franklin

[@tinarjackson9844]

I'm sorry but...THIS IS AN EMMY WORTHY A TRUE LIFE DOCUMENTARY!!!👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️

[@roslynwhitehurst4498]

No apologies necessary beloved.

[@SupaBlessedAries]

Kirk has been literally winning wounded this whole time that guy that grew up with Kirk remembering how he was as a child riding his bike in the backyard alone just made me emotional his adopted mother probably thought she was protecting him but instead he was isolated 😢🙏🏽❤

[@ORIDGENILE]

This was a very pure interview... Thank You...

[@bluephi210]

I went through the same thing when I was a 22 yr old man. Almost 20 years later and I still haven't met my biological father.

[@BrookeLynn-sr6vy]

Wow I pray you find him and if not that you find healing and peace 🙏🏽

[@bria2luv305]

Wow! Where’s your father. .

[@BreakdaBoss]

Me either

[@sharalhall5911]

Some men don’t stop to feel. My son’s dad told my son he couldn’t be there bc his dad wasn’t there.

[@wandamapp9032]

This is the same story for my husband. He's soon to be 50, yet he has no knowledge of who his father is.

[@JerseyAquarian0205]

Kirk Franklin's story will be therapeutic for a lot of us. Prayers and blessings for opening up your heart to us. This is a time of healing. Glory to God!!!👏🏿🫶🏾🙌🏾

[@quincypettiford1984]

He touches on so many aspects of what a lot of black men are living through in regards to their relationship with living without a father .

[@carolinediaco825]

Sway, I'm SO moved by how beautifully you held Kirk through this interview. With grace, love and protection. I almost clicked on Kirk with the Breakfast Club. I feel blessed I got to see your heart in this way.

[@antoniastfu]

I would riot in the streets if my momma did that to me. Adopted or not. Being lied to your entire existence is some hurtful mess and I keep seeing that situations like this are way more common than we can even imagine and it’s sad. The secrets need to END. People are hurting out here. 😢

[@cynthiadickerson5403]

No need to riot because you are not going to bring someone close to you who is not connected to you!

[@MsFaithful7]

Love you Kirk Franklin praying with you.

[@carolelangat-fortune4557]

Amen ❤

[@issywright4827]

I also have been going through this. I am 47 years old. I thought a man was my dad for 25 years until I decided to actually take a dna test and find out he’s not. My mom, as well claims she doesn’t understand how it can’t be. 😢😢😢😢

[@pennywarren2358]

This interview was amazing, back when I was growing up secrets also were kept. It's not fair to the kids that are now adults, thank you Kirk Franklin for sharing such a powerful document 🙏🏽💜😊

[@AllOfKee]

Sway gives some of the most intellectual interviews

[@DrPatriceBerry]

So thankful for his vulnerability and transparency. The documentary was so powerful and brought up so many emotions. I was glad that Kirk mentioned being in therapy.

[@DrPatriceBerry]

When kids don’t know the truth they try to fill in the blanks and often think there is something wrong with them. I believe and actively practice telling kids the truth giving them age appropriate information. Kids are strong and often the adults have to cope with their own shame, regrets, and doubts…kids deserve their truth. ❤

[@lhaynes4548]

Great interview! People will heal because of his testimony. God bless Kirk Franklin.

[@ffqueen]

This man is so honorable! Allowing us to go with him through his very real pain. God please bless him in unimaginable ways.

[@tiaramorrow8618]

I just can't wait to see you in the concert in Fort Worth. Four years ago, I found out that my biological father was not the man who raised me and loved me but a man who had passed when I was 22 years old. He knew, and my mom and dad knew. At 54 years old, I'm still walking this life driven to help others in my career, but I'm broken and still standing with all the others. Keep the faith everyone. See you on the 24th, Kirk!

[@mnw1555]

Hear me when I say, "The tears are flowing"! I started watching this @ work. I should've waited til I got hm bc it was all I could do 2 keep myself from crying. As soon as I left the building my eyes filled w/ tears. I drive him like this. Kirk, ur story touched me in so many ways, on so many levels. I wanna say THANK U 4 being open & honest & educating us (bc there's a lesson in the entire documentary). I also wanna say THANK U 4 showing big love 2 my daughter. I surprised her w/ tickets 2 see u, Ledisi & PJ Morton in Milwaukee, November 2017. The concert was 🔥🔥🔥 from beginning 2 end! B4 it ended, u came in the audience. I motioned 2 ur security 2 ask if u could say hi 2 my daughter. They pointed her out & u gave her the biggest hug & some suga on her forehead! To this day, that has been 1 of the highlights of our lives! U didn't have 2 acknowledge her, but u did. Trust & believe IT'S THE LITTLE THINGS THAT MEAN THE MOST! I pray ur continued journey brings u love, peace, happiness, prosperity & as much closure as u can get. I'm a fan 4 life. I love u w/ the love of the Lord. Blessings... 💜 Big ups Sway, Heather B & crew!

[@ginaowens124]

There seems to be trauma involved, especially with his Mother. Forgiveness is KEY! At 70 I've learned our parents had a life filled with mistakes, just as we have. However when faced with these challenges God said for us to HONOR our mother and father....there was no if they were good or bad. FORGIVENESS IS KEY.

[@natty144k]

This is real. I appreciate and respect this. A reminder to be careful how we judge and treat people. And in spite of all of that, I respect Mr. Franklin for the respect he shows and gives to black women... That's almost nonexistent today. We each need GOD"s healing and restoration.

[@barbarajohnson593]

Great interview Sway...Kirk gives hope to others going through it...Thank you both for sharing a powerful and much needed conversation..Blessings

[@lb1798]

24:19. When he says you always know somethings wrong ..those kids are getting a different kind of hug.. that broke my heart💔 41:49.Aww boy...you just want somebody to praise you...😳😥😳. YES ...YES ..YES...I needed someone to see the good in me😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@barbarawilliams5130]

I feel and see sadness still attached to Mr. Franklin. I love him. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾. You have been set free in the Mighty Name of Jesus. You are so loved.❤️🫂🙏🏾

[@MakindyJoseph]

This interview was absolutely beautiful, vulnerable, transparent and one of the best interviews I’ve seen. Thank you Kirk Franklin for sharing your story ♥️🥺 Our Story

[@Lalaphive]

Kirk's openness with this has truly struck a chord with me. I hope that this truth is setting people free. 🙏🏾

[@lindahubbard-brinston6741]

The moment Kirk touched the face of his precious son, I was done...I was a puddle. It was such a beautiful scene to witness.😢

[@SHARESE43]

That documentary brought tears to my eyes.😢 Bless you Mr. Franklin. 🙏🏼

[@valphillip9974]

I am seating here on October 8, 2023 watching this interview and I’m bawling my head and heart out. Kirk’s story is my story, I’m in my 50’s and found out in May of this year that the man I grew up thinking was my father turned out not to be my father thanks to ancestry DNA. It hurts because my biological father passed many years ago😭😭

[@RellaSemmone]

Me too! Bawling!!!

[@MrMrsjones311]

I love that Kirk is doing this. My mom told me the truth about my brother at 10 but my Aunt that raised my brother didn't tell him until he accidentally found out at 18 when he was getting ready to graduate.

[@brendagrant9382]

🙏🏾

[@gomolemomanche257]

We’re healing through this MAN OF GOD!

[@rashonagethers7111]

OMG I should not be this emotional watching this! I haven’t even watched the documentary yet, but my family did and they said that it was awesome. Even hearing the male caller saying that Kirk couldn’t play with them…tears began to fill my eyes!

[@syckindahead]

The documentary is superbly done. It's about 35 minutes long.

[@janiceeteme5536]

I was so moved by Kirk's story😊

[@brownin329]

I'm 52 and I still don't know who my father is and everyone is dead now. I really felt the frustration he had, but I'm so glad he got to meet his father and reconnect with his son. Beautiful.

[@Stargazer9933]

I’ll be 55 years old in sixteen days and I just found out the same truth TODAY, as did Kirk Franklin about his father. Everyone knew and have looked at me and lied. The entire family kept me in the dark.😢

[@mbongiseninkosi8078]

😢

[@virginiabaked]

​@@Stargazer9933😢

[@zoe-ml8cx]

Run your DNA somebody will pop up

[@brownin329]

@@Stargazer9933 Oh my heart. I'm so sorry. I hate that it happened for you that way. I hope you know that now that you have part of the truth, focus on that and let that bloom. Sometimes we don't know things because people are protecting themselves and scared or they think it's none of their business. I'm rooting for you!

[@UpwriteSolutions]

I get what Kirk is talking about when it comes to Kerrion. As a parent, sometimes the child you bump heads with the most is the one who tugs at your heart the most. I'm a witness! ❤🙌🏾

[@candacebutler7011]

Thank you Kirk for doing this. I’m praying for you. My heart broke for you. Your life and mine has some similarities and your music, interviews, and life have kept me going. I realized that I was not alone.

[@tonyathomas2034]

Great job Sway and team! I have sooo much empathy for Kirk and anyone who has gone through this!😭😭😭😭

[@user-wl6rz7gz1e]

I'm so proud of you Kirk . Thanks for sharing your story. Thanks sway for sharing Kirk's story. You guys are helping so many others . I can relate to kirk story . I wish him the best!!!

[@user-jv9nd5dg1q]

I have the greatest respect for Kirk Franklin. He's a true example of Winning Wounded! Bless you sir over and over again.

[@sondoshine]

Praying for Kirk and his family. Thank You for sharing the depth of this very personal matter with us and for allowing us to learn and heal from your sharing.

[@ilovesilver205]

The reason why he couldn't go out and play, was because there was a calling on his life. So there was a insulation, isolation and separation that had to take place. 💜

[@monicahughes2009]

As i am watching this video I am holding back my tears. Kirk Franklin's music is anointing and has an impact on my life. I would love to tell Kirk directly what amazing job his is doing.

[@sugwilliams6257]

God bless you Sway & Queen for hosting and supporting our brother "Kirklin", keeping positive and healthy vibes, appreciate how you do what you do, thank 👍🏾

[@OfficialDesimberRose]

Wow... this is so raw, real, and emotional. What an amazing interview!!!

[@Swervemediaandgraphics]

That dude protesting was in Jacksonville, Florida. I was living there when it happened. That guy was pretty ridiculous!! Kirk handled that with so much grace.

[@area201soprano]

Keisha Cole finding out her dad was a trainer of pro boxers later in life. This is too common.

[@ifoster165]

It's so sad the trauma is unbearable

[@MsEMccray]

Beautiful. I love the delicate nature the interviewer handled Kirk with in his understandably vulnerable state. Well done.

[@loismillergidden5030]

such a peaceful and humble man❤

[@kelseywarren7020]

"Win wounded" is the jewel of the year

[@ifoster165]

I love that. You Win Wounded❤

[@shanitasanders1751]

Kirk Franklin story is one I can relate to I was put in foster care at 2 because of neglect the social worker gave my mother chance to get it together she never did all 5 of my siblings were taken. She later signed over her rights. I went to a orphanage at 3 stayed there until almost 4. Went with another family me and my younger sister but we had to end of leaving that family due to personal reasons they were having. My sister and oldest sister was adopted and I went to stay with a Pastor. Being in foster care was traumatizing. Especially when my mom would come to meeting and I would always cry and wonder why wasn't I good enough to go with her.

[@OceanoTree]

I am going through this right now with my grandkids and great grandkids. The Father wounds the mama issues which I am one of those mama’s. I am so thankful I found the Fathers Day documentary. . It helps me see what we have and are going through and why. I am listening to everything I can about Kirk and this experience because it is opening my heart to my family trauma. We rest in the power of God to break these generational hurts and that orphan spirit. I just want to thank you Kirk and Sway. And I was at the Paramount in Oakland CA❤❤❤ I know you are a man of God. Thank you for letting God use you.

[@brandih.1151]

Awesome interview! This touched my heart on so many levels

[@SWAYSUNIVERSE1]

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