Elle King's Candid Interview

Elle King is making headlines ahead of the release of her much-anticipated single “High Road.” In a candid interview with People magazine, King clarified that her intention was never to hurt her father, comedian Rob Schneider, despite the public fallout that ensued after she criticized his “anti-gay” views.

Social Media Backlash and Family Dynamics

In August, the “Ex’s & Oh’s” singer lit up social media with her comments on the Bunnie XO podcast, “Dumb Blonde.” There, King didn't hold back as she called out Schneider for his recent remarks against drag culture and the LGBTQ+ community. Reflecting on her difficult childhood, King revealed their strained relationship and expressed a lack of desire to reconnect with him at this time.

An Honest Admission

“I never in a million years thought that that was going to go viral. I was just speaking about my childhood and about my truth,” King shared. “I was not trying to hurt him.”

Addressing Criticism

In the wake of her remarks, some critics questioned her decision to air family grievances publicly. King addressed this by stating, “Sometimes you have to just say things and get them off your chest so that you don’t have to carry it for the rest of your life.” However, she dismissed Schneider’s subsequent apology given during an interview with controversial figure Tucker Carlson, stating, “An apology on Tucker Carlson is like a double negative, right? It means nothing.”

Schneider's Regret

Schneider, in his interview with Carlson, expressed regret for not being the father his daughter needed. “Well, I just want to tell my daughter, Elle, I love you and I wish I was the father in my 20s that you needed. I hope you can forgive me for my shortcomings,” he said. Yet, King’s reluctance to accept his apology encapsulates the ongoing tension between them.

Rob Schneider's Controversial Views

Rob Schneider’s conservative views have sparked significant backlash in recent years. Notably, he faced criticism during the Tokyo Olympics when he voiced disapproval of the opening ceremony for including drag queens in a scene he believed mirrored “The Last Supper.”

Standing Firm in Her Beliefs

In her remarks on the podcast, King made it clear she does not support her father’s views, saying, “You’re talking out of your ass and you’re talking shit about drag and, you know, anti-gay rights. And it’s like, get fucked.”

Ally to the LGBTQ+ Community

Not only does she stand firmly in her beliefs, but in the interview with People, she proudly stated that her activism has resonated with the LGBTQ+ community. “The best thing that came from that is that my incredible LGBTQ+ community knows that they have an ally in me,” she expressed passionately. “I’m grateful to be that ally and if that means speaking out again and again, I would’ve done it 10 more fucking times!”

Anticipation for New Music

Mark your calendars! Elle King’s new single “High Road” drops on Friday, September 20, and with this kind of drama behind her, fans are eager to see how her experiences might play into her music.

A Complicated Relationship

Stay tuned to witness the latest chapter in this familial saga, as both King and Schneider navigate their complicated relationship in the public eye. Will there be a reconciliation, or is this the just the beginning of their public feud?