R&B singer and "R&B Divas LA" star Michel'le says a man's hands should be just that, HIS!
During part two of the anticipated "R&B Divas LA" reunion show Wednesday, Michel'le opened up about the fact that Dr. Dre hit her, "crooked-ed" her nose, and at one point, she loved him and respected him for doing it.
"I stayed because my father had never told me he loved me until the last three years so I think I had to go back and figure that out. Getting beat was love to me. I did five videos and we had to cover three black eyes. It seemed like the day before a video I got a black eye and we had to cover it," Michel'le shared with host Wendy Williams. "But it was OK and I truly thought he loved me. I didn’t take it as anything bad."
Looking back, Michel'le went on to say that she learned that what "Dre" did wasn't love, it was abuse and she credits Suge Knight for helping her understand that a man shouldn't put his hands on a woman.
"I finally realized that wasn’t good. Believe it or not, the person who made me see that was Suge," said Michel'le.
All of that said, Michel'le and Dr. Dre have moved past what happened during the course of their relationship.
"Dr.Dre and I have no BEATS ….:) we are grown now . I learned a man hands should be jus that HIS! Now put that on LAY-A-WAY GOD brought me my gifts already :)," Michel'le told fans via Twitter. "We coo !!!!!"
In related news, Michel'le is in if producers want her back for season two of "R&B Divas LA," but it's unclear if everyone will return, including Kelly Price and Dawn Robinson.
"R&B Divas LA" aired on TV One.
You may know Michel’le as the R&B singer with hits like ‘No More Lies’ and ‘Something in My Heart,’ but what you may not know is that she survived years of domestic violence at the hands of her former partner, Dr. Dre.
In a recent interview, Michel’le opened up about her experience and how it has shaped her into the person she is today. Despite facing physical, emotional, and verbal abuse from Dr. Dre for years, Michel’le found the strength to leave the relationship and start anew.
She now uses her platform to advocate for the prevention of domestic violence and hopes that sharing her story will inspire others to seek help if they are in similar situations. Through it all, Michel’le says that she learned valuable lessons about self-worth and resilience that have helped her overcome adversity in all aspects of her life.
Michel’le’s Experience with Domestic Violence
Michel’le bravely shares how she learned from the abuse and beatings inflicted on her by Dr. Dre. Her experience with domestic violence was nothing short of traumatic, but she chose to see it as a learning opportunity. She learned that no one deserves to be treated the way she was, and that everyone has the power to speak up for themselves.
Despite facing physical and emotional abuse, Michel’le found strength in herself to get out of the toxic relationship and move on with her life. She didn’t allow herself to become a victim of circumstance, but rather took control of her situation and made positive changes in her life.
Michel’le’s story is a reminder that even in our darkest moments, we have the power to choose how we respond. Through her experience with Dr. Dre, Michel’le also learned about the importance of self-care and seeking help when needed. She realized that healing takes time and effort but is worth it in the end.
By sharing her story, Michel’le hopes to inspire others who may be going through similar experiences to find their own strength and seek help if needed.
Advocating for the Prevention of Domestic Violence
Advocating for preventing domestic violence can start with educating oneself on warning signs and seeking help when needed. It’s important to recognize that domestic violence can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, age, race, or socioeconomic status. Being aware of warning signs, such as controlling behavior, physical or emotional abuse, and isolation from friends and family, can help prevent further harm.
One way to advocate for prevention is to support organizations that provide resources and services for victims of domestic violence. These organizations offer a range of services, including counseling, emergency shelter, legal assistance, and advocacy. By donating time or money to these organizations, you’re helping make a difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence.
Another way to advocate is by speaking up against all forms of abuse. This can be done through social media platforms by sharing information about prevention and awareness campaigns or simply by having conversations with family members or friends who may be experiencing abuse. By voicing your concerns about the issue of domestic violence, you’re helping create a culture where it’s not tolerated and survivors are supported in their healing process.
Conclusion
So, what can we learn from Michel’le’s story?
First and foremost, domestic violence is never acceptable or justified. No one deserves to be physically or emotionally abused by their partner. It’s crucial that we educate ourselves about the signs of domestic violence and speak out against it whenever we encounter it.
Secondly, we can take inspiration from Michel’le’s strength and resilience in surviving such a traumatic experience. She’s used her platform to advocate for the prevention of domestic violence and to raise awareness about its impact on victims and their families. By sharing her story, she’s given hope to others who may be suffering in silence.
Let’s all follow her lead and work towards creating a world where domestic violence no longer exists.
