Joseph Barrino, the father of Grammy Award-winning singer Fantasia Barrino from North Carolina, has publicly criticized his son-in-law, Kendall Taylor, following a Valentine’s Day proposal that has since gone viral. During Fantasia’s performance in Houston, Texas, Kendall proposed to her again after 11 years of marriage, presenting an 11-carat diamond ring in front of a captivated audience.
However, this romantic moment took a dramatic turn when Joseph took to Facebook to express his distrust. He lambasted the proposal, referring to it as “Fake Cry Bull Crap,” and suggested that Kendall might be involved in financial issues surrounding Fantasia. In his post, Joseph insinuated that the extravagant gift could be an attempt to cover up alleged financial misconduct, stating, “he’s giving back some of the missing money the fired financial committee says he probably stole… that they couldn’t account for.”
Further complicating the matter, Joseph went live on Facebook shortly after his post to expand on his accusations, claiming that Kendall had tried to shift the blame for missing funds onto a financial accountant in Fantasia’s camp. “I was just told a week or so ago by a financial person that was fired from her camp that they were running up on him [Kendall] because there was money missing,” he claimed, continuing to allege that Kendall had a hand in the missing money.
Feeling compelled as a father to voice his concerns, Joseph acknowledged that his comments might cause a rift between him and Fantasia, stating, “If she don’t talk to me because I’m trying to help her, that’s God.” He expressed concern over the potential dangers of putting romantic relationships before one’s spiritual obligations, citing examples of other celebrities who faced challenges due to similar choices.
This family drama highlights the complexities of personal relationships intertwined with public lives, drawing attention to the importance of transparency and trust. Despite the turmoil, the support from fans continues to be a source of strength for Fantasia as she navigates these challenges.