Jenelle Evans stirred the internet with a viral TikTok video captioned, “I have a voice so I’m going to use it “. The post was a strong reply to critics. She shared a personal story about trying to help her ex, Nathan Griffith. He hadn’t seen their son, Kaiser, in two years.
In her own words, Jenelle explained her motivation: “Because I have a big heart.” But that explanation wasn’t enough for many followers who questioned the decision to allow Nathan back into their home. One comment summed up the collective skepticism: “If a man has chose to not see his child in 2 yrs, why would you attempt to help him?”
Jenelle faced more backlash after she said she offered Nathan a place to stay. She also mentioned he could sleep in Kaiser’s room, even though he has been drinking recently. “Actually I don’t have alcohol at my house so he has to start somewhere,” she clarified, “He was more upset than angry and I’ll stand by that.”
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The video and subsequent comments sparked a polarizing flood of opinions. While some applauded Jenelle’s compassion — “This shows how much you’ve grown, you tried to help someone who has put you thru hell,” wrote one supporter — others saw it as another example of misplaced loyalty.
One viewer commented, “To waltz him back in when he’s drunk in the middle of the night is WILD,” while another bluntly asked, “Why would you bring that around your son?” Many questioned Nathan’s motives, noting, “Kinda sad he only reached out for you to hide him but not for his son.”
In defense, Jenelle countered: “What’s best for my own child is his father getting help and getting sober.”
Another explosive comment accused her of exposing too much: “Now girl, not you putting his drama on blast,” to which Jenelle replied, “It was in news articles before I posted the video.”
@jenellelevans I have a voice so I’m going to use it 😔 #CoParenting #BabyDaddy #Rehab #Alcoholism #StoryTime ♬ original sound – Jenelle Evans
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As the video racked up thousands of views and sparked hundreds of replies, the community remained split. Some highlighted the maturity Jenelle showed by trying to support her child’s father, with praise like, “You’ve matured so much. And now you have the time to get strong on your own.”
But the critical voices were louder. “Hasn’t seen his son in two years and she thought the best idea was to bring Nathan to her house to get arrested in front of their son?” one follower asked in disbelief.
Others noted the legal dangers, referencing his probation: “This is called inviting chaos into your life.” Another chimed in, “Let his problems be his. He’s not there for you or your son.”
One of the most viral moments? A callback to Nathan’s infamous arrest scene where he shouted, “Why am I a guy?!” — a line TikTok commenters are now using to mock the situation.
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