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Gladys Knight Rebukes Son’s Elder Abuse Allegations and Pursues Defamation Case

After her son lodged a confidential elder abuse complaint with North Carolina authorities, the singer insists she is healthy and eager to resume touring.

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Overview

  • Gladys Knight told ABC News she is doing very well and denied any mental or financial abuse by her husband.
  • Shanga Hankerson said he filed a confidential elder abuse complaint with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services accusing William McDowell of mistreatment.
  • The state agency confirmed it cannot comment on confidential investigations, leaving the status of any inquiry undisclosed.
  • Knight’s publicist announced that her legal team is exploring defamation claims against her son over the allegations.
  • The seven-time Grammy winner has not performed live since June 1 and is slated to resume the Queens Tour in September with Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle and Stephanie Mills.