Jenelle Evans, star of Teen Mom, is speaking out after her teenage son, Jace, posted screenshots of their private text messages on social media. The texts accused her of mistreatment and referenced her ex-husband, David Eason, and past abuse allegations.
According to TMZ, the texts showed Jenelle warning Jace that he could have her “custody taken away” after he told her he didn’t need her in his life. The messages also included accusations about Eason allegedly strangling him, which Jace insisted wasn’t a lie: “I never lied… he tried to.”
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Jenelle Evans Responds to Leaked Messages
After Jace’s screenshots circulated online, Jenelle responded, telling TMZ that the messages were being misrepresented.
“Jace posting our private texts was his reaction to being rightfully disciplined and while it hurts to see those moments shared publicly, I know it comes from a place of struggle,” Jenelle explained.
She further clarified that her parenting decisions are tied to ongoing challenges with Jace’s health, stating that she has been experiencing difficulty navigating his medical diagnoses and has fought to make sure he has the resources he needs.
The Custody and Abuse Allegations
The leaked messages reopened long-standing controversies around Jenelle’s relationship with David Eason. In the texts, Jace referenced claims that Eason strangled him, which Jenelle denied as untrue.
Her warning that Jace’s words could lead to her losing custody has only fueled the public debate about their family dynamic and Jenelle’s role as a mother.
Critics argue that publicizing private texts only deepens the divide between Jenelle and her son, while others believe Jace is expressing frustration from ongoing struggles.
Navigating Parenting Under the Spotlight
This latest controversy is just one chapter in Jenelle’s highly publicized parenting journey. Since her time on Teen Mom 2, she has faced custody battles, relationship scandals, and public criticism of her parenting choices.
While Evans maintains that the texts were taken out of context, she admits it’s painful to have her private family struggles aired out for the public to see.