Ghanaian actress and media personality Xandy Kamel has recounted the painful experience of losing her son, saying she was left devastated by the circumstances surrounding the child’s burial and the support she received from her then-husband, King Kaninja.
Kamel shared the experience during an appearance on The Delay Show, where she spoke about the tragedy and the difficulties she encountered during her marriage. Her account offered a glimpse into a deeply distressing period of her life, marked by grief and challenges in her relationship.
According to Kamel, her son drowned in the Sakumono River area of Accra after completing the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). She recalled receiving the devastating news about the child’s death while she was at home.
The loss was particularly painful for the actress, who said she needed emotional support as she tried to come to terms with the tragedy and make arrangements for her son’s burial.
Kamel alleged that her then-husband did not provide the support she expected during the difficult period. She recounted that Kaninja declined to accompany her to identify the body and assist with the arrangements following the child’s death.
She further claimed that her former husband celebrated his birthday on the day her son was buried. The situation, as she described it, deepened her distress at a time when she was struggling with the loss of her child.
Her account has drawn attention to the emotional challenges that can accompany bereavement, particularly when a person feels unsupported by those closest to them. For Kamel, the experience was not only about losing her son but also about navigating grief amid difficulties in her marriage.
The actress and Kaninja married in May 2020, but their relationship reportedly broke down after about a year. Kamel has previously spoken publicly about alleged infidelity and other problems that she said contributed to the collapse of the marriage.
Their separation attracted public attention, with the actress discussing aspects of the relationship in interviews and on social media. She has also spoken about the emotional toll of public criticism and online comments following the breakdown of the marriage.
Her latest account revisits a painful chapter that appears to have remained significant in her life. By sharing her experience, Kamel has brought renewed attention to the grief associated with losing a child and the importance of emotional support during bereavement.
The circumstances she described also highlight the difficulties that can arise when personal tragedy coincides with relationship problems. While family members and partners may respond differently to grief, the need for compassion and support can become especially important during such moments.
Kamel’s claims about her former husband reflect her own recollection of events and have not been independently established by the material reviewed. Her account nevertheless provides insight into how she says she experienced the period surrounding her son’s death and burial.
The actress’s story has prompted renewed discussion about grief, marital relationships and the pressures public figures face when sharing deeply personal experiences. It also serves as a reminder that behind public controversies are often painful private experiences that require sensitivity and respect.
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Source: Thepressradio.com
