Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s boyfriend, Ken Urker, has opened up about their past breakup. Their story took another turn when they rekindled their romance, as featured in the reality TV show Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up.
He revealed that his decision was significantly influenced by Dr. Phil’s insights. Urker, who originally proposed to Gypsy Rose in October 2018, told PEOPLE, “[Dr. Phil] was one of the biggest outside, I guess, opinions that shaped the way of our relationship at the time.”
After listening to Dr. Phil’s podcast and considering advice from others, Urker felt that Gypsy Rose needed “some time to build a self-identity” outside of their relationship.
Reflecting on the situation, he explained, “I had listened to a podcast from Dr. Phil, and I had a lot of people in my ear just telling me that the best thing I can do for her is to give her some time to build a self-identity that she’s never been able to build before, and even while she’s in prison.”
Gypsy Rose Life After Lock Up: A Temporary Split
Urker and Gypsy Rose’s relationship has been filled with ups and downs. The two first connected while Gypsy was still in prison for her role in the murder of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard.
