Years after his highly publicized divorce from Kenya Duke, comedian Gary Owen is still making headlines with his controversial comments about his ex-wife. The latest stir came when he jokingly suggested that Duke needs a romantic partner to “settle her down” so they can finally get along.

Owen, known for his self-proclaimed “Black famous” status, married Duke in 2003 and they had two children together. However, their 18-year marriage ended in 2021 due to Owen’s infidelity. Since then, he has started a new family with his fiancée, Bri Johnson, a nurse who reportedly had twins with him in 2023.

Despite his new beginnings, Owen’s relationship with his older children remains strained, largely due to his tense dynamic with Duke. In a recent stand-up show, Owen addressed the situation, saying they’re “cordial” but not exactly on good terms.

To add some humor to the situation, Owen jokingly suggested that Duke needs a romantic partner to “calm her down” and improve their relationship. However, his comments didn’t sit well with many, who felt he was being insensitive and dismissive of his own role in the breakdown of their relationship.

Social Media Reacts to Gary Owen’s Divorce Comments

Many took to social media to express their disapproval of Owen’s comments, with one user pointing out his hypocrisy. “If you cheat, how do you expect her to be?” they asked.

Others advised Owen to focus on rebuilding his relationship with his children rather than making jokes about his ex-wife. “Don’t bash your ex, let them bash you,” one commenter suggested.

Owen’s ex-wife, Kenya Duke, has also responded to his comments, calling him out for not respecting their children’s boundaries. “I have given you my suggestions on the situation, but you don’t respect their boundaries,” she wrote in an Instagram post.

It remains to be seen whether Owen will take the high road and focus on rebuilding his relationships with his children, or continue to stir controversy with his comments.