During an episode of “The Book of Sean,” Shalon Jackson, the son of Academy Award-winning actress and comedian Mo’Nique, publicly apologized for the past separation that impacted his family relationship with his mother and others who loved them. The apology comes more than 1 year after the drama surrounding a public family feud erupted after Mo’Nique discussed her estranged relationship with her eldest son during her Club Shay Shay interview last year.
Taking to social media in a post featured by The Shade Room, Shalon Jackson issued a profoundly emotional and heartfelt apology to Mo’Nique and their family. In an emotional message on his Patreon blog, he apologized for his public criticism of his mother, describing it as a “betrayal” and an act of regrettable “pain.” “Bottom line, I was wrong,” he wrote in my early weekend. “And I shouldn’t have said any of what I said. I should’ve just kept my mouth shut and called my mother.”
His original outburst was in response to Mo’Nique getting emotional and saying during her Club Shay Shay interview with Shannon Sharpe that she wants to reconcile. Publicly dismissing the notion at the time, Jackson blamed his mother for not nurturing him enough and denied a path to recovery. That backlash soon prompted widespread reactions from fans and the media, transforming what should have been a private family matter into a viral storm.
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But in his most recent post, Jackson admitted that his initial reaction was driven by unresolved emotional pain and mental health struggles, issues he now says were not resolved healthily. The message was directed to Mo’Nique and their entire family. He thanked them for their patience and support despite the drama, including his siblings, who were instrumental in arranging the recent reunion. Jackson said his brothers had the idea of having the family reunion, which set the stage for a long-delayed, therapy-inducing chat.
One of the most poignant points of his statement was his acknowledgment that Mo’Nique’s husband was called out. He applauded him for standing by his woman through the bad. He also admitted he was responsible for driving a wedge between Mo’Nique and her grandchildren, another painful layer in their contentious relationship. This gesture of humility and public vulnerability is a positive new chapter in the narrative between Mo’Nique and her son. For so long, their story was defined by accusations, fans taking sides, and public fallout, but now it has taken a very different turn toward accountability, growth, and the slow but steady work of reconciliation.
At a time when social media frequently escalates personal disputes, it’s unusual and heartening to hear a public apology issued so blatantly and sincerely. However, Shalon Jackson’s words give hope to not just his relationship with Mo’Nique but also highlight a powerful lesson about confronting one’s own pain, admitting one’s past mistakes, and, more importantly, making the decision to take a path of healing instead of one of reactionary bitterness. While the road ahead may not be free of challenges, Mo’Nique and her son are no longer at odds. Finally, they are turning the page together.
