It’s been more than two years since Gypsy Rose Blanchard was released from prison after serving about eight years for her role in the 2015 killing of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard. Gypsy pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in 2016. Then, a judge sentenced her to 10 years in prison. Gypsy left prison on parole in December 2023 after serving the majority of her sentence. Now, old prison calls involving Gypsy have resurfaced online, sparking backlash over her past racist remarks.
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Gypsy Rose’s Prison Calls Surface Online
Throughout August, old prison calls involving Gypsy began surfacing across TikTok and YouTube. The calls feature Gypsy discussing her daily life in prison and different topics with family members and people close to her. Some calls include her father, Rod Blanchard, and stepmother, Kristy Blanchard. Other calls reportedly feature her current partner, Ken Urker, and her ex-husband, Ryan Anderson.
Several clips gained attention after Gypsy used the N-word during conversations with Ryan. In one call, Gypsy complained about people being loud in prison before using the N-word. “All these f****ing Black n****rs are so loud,” Gypsy said. While Ryan continued talking, Gypsy asked, “Did you hear me?” before repeating, “I said all these f****ing Black n****rs are so loud.”
Ryan responded with jokes about her remark, telling her, “I swear that hood just came out.” He then asked, “Where you burning the cross at tonight?” The two continued giggling during the exchange before Ryan added, “Oh, baby. My baby is a racist.” Gypsy denied being racist and responded that she was “just saying the obvious.”
In another viral call, Ryan questioned whether Gypsy believed he was racist. “Well, I know I joke about your sister dating a Black guy, but you really think I’m racist?” Ryan asked. Gypsy responded, “That’s so different.”
Ryan acknowledged the difference before continuing to question how Gypsy viewed him. “Well, I know it’s not even in the same ballpark, and I’m not saying it is. I’m saying, do you really think I’m that way?” Ryan said. Gypsy then spoke about her own views, saying, “I’ll be open all day long and say that I am.” Ryan questioned whether she would make those same remarks directly to her sister. “No, to her face, never. No,” Gypsy responded.
Gypsy Rose & Ryan Apologize For Past Racist Conversation
As the clips circulated online, Gypsy Rose took to TikTok on Wednesday with a lengthy statement and caption that read, “I’m sorry.” Gypsy took responsibility for her racist comments and apologized to the Black community. She also addressed her sister, Mia Blanchard, and Mia’s fiancé, Andre and the comments she made on their interracial relationship.
“I used racist language and made cruel, disrespectful comments, including about people I love, my sister Mia and her fiancé Andre. What I said was wrong. The words were racist, and I take full responsibility for saying them. There is no excuse for that language or the pain it’s caused. To the Black community, I’m sorry for using words that are hateful and demeaning. I understand the anger and disappointment those words carry.”
Gypsy then apologized directly to Mia and Andre for her comments and acknowledged the hurt they caused.
“To Mia and Andre, I’m especially sorry. You didn’t deserve that then, and you don’t deserve the hurt now. Since coming home, being able to have a relationship with you both has meant so much, and it’s heartbreaking that my own words have caused this pain and damaged that trust. I’ve apologized privately, and I understand forgiveness or reconciliation is not something I’m owed. I respect whatever boundaries you need and accept that healing happens on your timeline, not mine.”
Gypsy also said the words and attitudes heard in the calls do not reflect who she is today.
“Those words and attitudes don’t reflect who I am or what I believe now. I reject them completely. I know saying that isn’t enough, and that my actions over time have to demonstrate change. I can’t go back and undo what I said. What I can do is acknowledge it fully, learn from it, and continue choosing to be better every single day.”
She added that she does not expect everyone to forgive her immediately and ended her statement with a final apology.
“I’m not asking anyone to forget or to immediately forgive me. Trust is earned through consistent action, and I accept that some people may never see me differently. That is their right.”I wanted to make this statement, not because these calls became public, but because I should never have spoken those words in the first place. To everyone I hurt, especially Mia and Andre, I am truly sorry.”
Additionally, Ryan has spoken out after the prison calls began circulating online. He shared a video apologizing amid backlash over other controversial remarks heard in the calls.
“I make mistakes, because I am human and not perfect. I apologize if I offended you, sincerely. I’m sorry.” Ryan also captioned the video, “I am human, and make mistakes all of the time, but you live and learn from them… #teamryan.”
Social Media Reacts
Many gathered under The Shade Room’s post to react to Gypsy-Rose’s apology to the Black community. Some expressed disappointment, while others said the resurfaced remarks didn’t surprise them.. Several commenters also called for accountability from both Gypsy and Ryan.
Instagram user @jusdaze wrote, “She ain’t sorry. She’s sorry she got caught.”
Instagram user @jayannaa.x added, “Mind you a large portion off people supporting her release were black (¿ They always apologize after there caught tho”
While Instagram user @top_shelf_khe wrote, “Y’all always inviting people to the cookout but when have you ever been invited to the country club?”
Instagram user @ningsaces wrote, “mind you it’s the hard r being said multiple times in manners that are clearly meant to be derogatory and targeted. then she’s laughing about it and repeating it to make sure it’s being heard”
Instagram user @_cambands added, “she only apologizing cause she got exposed. if she was really that sorry she would’ve came out from years ago and acknowledged it.#justicefordeedeeblanchard”
While Instagram @thee____.daddon wrote, “she copied and pasted from chat gpt😂😂😂”
Instagram user lmrs.lorteq23 wrote, “Her apology is only because it came out and now she is back peddling!! And why isn’t anyone saying anything about @ryan_s_anderson_ he is a teacher and a special needs teacher at that”
Instagram user @itzbeautifulgurl wrote, “ Isn’t Ryan a teacher ? Let me find what school he works at”
While Instagram user @thewrightrealtor_ wrote, “I am soo tired of us being attacked….its always about black people….leave us tf alone!”
