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Kathryn Dennis Posts Heartfelt Message Following DUI Arrest
Former reality TV star Kathryn Dennis has broken her silence following a recent DUI arrest, taking to social media to share a heartfelt message about…
Former reality TV star Kathryn Dennis has broken her silence following a recent DUI arrest, taking to social media to share a heartfelt message about the value of life.
On Wednesday, Dennis returned to Instagram, posting a quote on her story that read, “You can literally be here today and gone tomorrow. Be grateful, be humble, be appreciative, be kind, be loving.”
Kathryn Dennis’s Instagram story reflecting on the value of life.
This introspective message comes just a week after she was arrested in Goose Creek, S.C., for driving under the influence and driving with an open container. The arrest followed a three-car collision, after which a responding officer reported that Dennis had “glossy eyes and an odor of alcohol coming from her person,” according to TMZ.
Footage of the incident captured Dennis arguing with the police as they conducted several field sobriety tests. The situation escalated when she was told to put her hands behind her back, prompting her to ask, “Wait why? Am I in trouble?”
Once in the backseat of the police car, the Southern Charm alum expressed her distress, stating, “Ya’ll are ruining my life — and my kids’ [lives]. Thanks for nothing.” She also criticized the police for arresting people without considering the impact on their children, adding, “What if they have kids? Because it could really affect their children’s lives.”
Her arrest and her emotional reaction highlight her ongoing struggles with substance abuse, a battle she has been open about over the years. In 2019, she admitted that she was not completely sober and still consumed alcohol. This admission came three years after she completed a court-ordered stint in rehab in Malibu, Calif., as part of her custody agreement with her ex, Thomas Ravenel.
Dennis and Ravenel share two children, daughter Kensington, 10, and son Saint Julien, 8. Their tumultuous relationship ended in 2016, but their co-parenting journey has been marred by public disputes and legal battles.
In July 2019, Ravenel accused Dennis of being “addicted to prescription medications, marijuana, alcohol, shopping, and sex,” allegations which she denied.
The recent events have brought renewed attention to Dennis’s personal challenges and her ongoing efforts to manage them. Her return to social media and her reflective message indicate a desire to focus on positive values and perhaps a renewed commitment to her personal well-being and the well-being of her children.
As she navigates the aftermath of her arrest, her message serves as a reminder of life’s unpredictability and the importance of gratitude and kindness. For her followers and fans, it’s a moment of vulnerability and reflection from a public figure who has faced her share of public and private battles. Whether this incident marks a turning point in her journey remains to be seen, but for now, Kathryn Dennis is taking stock of life’s preciousness and the need to cherish every moment.