In his upcoming memoir Episodes, rapper Gucci Mane reveals a startling episode in which his wife, Keyshia Ka’oir, “kidnapped” him — along with the help of his bodyguards — and admitted him into a psychiatric facility during a mental health breakdown.
The incident, he says, was not an act of malice, but rather a desperate intervention intended to protect him when he could not protect himself.Gucci explains that during the episode, he was in deep crisis, so Keyshia mobilized his security team to remove him from their home and get him immediate help.He frames the act as one of “tough love,” designed to prioritize his wellbeing over his autonomy in that moment.
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As Episodes nears release, the disclosure has sparked conversations about mental health, control, and consent in relationships. Fans and mental health advocates alike are weighing in, emphasizing the importance of compassion, intervention, and open dialogue when a loved one is in crisis.