Gypsy Rose Blanchard Speaks Out as Partner Dies At 34—'Greatest Love Story'
Also reported by CBS News
Summary
Gypsy Rose Blanchard shared on Instagram that her partner, Ken Urker, died at age 34 from an overdose. Urker was the father of their child, and his death is being investigated by the Louisiana sheriff's office.Key Facts
- Ken Urker was found unresponsive on his birthday in Louisiana.
- He died from an overdose; it is unclear if it was accidental or intentional.
- The Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating the death.
- Gypsy Rose Blanchard said Urker faced extreme cyberbullying on social media platforms like TikTok and Reddit.
- She described Urker as a loving father who deeply cared about their daughter, Aurora.
- Blanchard emphasized that the online harassment affected Urker's well-being.
- She posted pictures and videos of Urker and their daughter on Instagram to honor him.
- Blanchard became known after being found guilty of helping arrange her mother’s killing in 2015.