Heartfelt and emotional moment, comedian Rob Schneider has publicly apologized to his daughter, singer Elle King, expressing regret over his past shortcomings as a father. The apology comes shortly after King, known for her 2015 hit “Ex’s & Oh’s,” shared her struggles with their relationship on the “Dumb Blonde” podcast.
During a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, Schneider, 60, addressed his estranged relationship with King. The discussion followed King’s candid remarks about her father’s parenting style, which she described as “toxic.” King revealed that their relationship was marked by long periods of silence and Schneider’s harsh criticism of her appearance. She also mentioned that he often missed significant events, including birthdays, and that they differed greatly on political views.
In his apology, Schneider conveyed deep remorse and a desire for reconciliation. “It’s fun being a parent, isn’t it?” he remarked before delivering a heartfelt message to his daughter. “I want to just tell my daughter, Elle—I love you and I wish I was the father in my 20s that you needed, and clearly I wasn’t. And I hope you can forgive me for my shortcomings. I love you completely. I love you entirely.”
Schneider continued, expressing his wishes for King’s well-being and happiness. “I just want you to be well and happy with you and your beautiful baby, Lucky. I wish you the best. I feel terrible, and I just want you to know that I don’t take anything you say personally.”
As of now, Elle King has not responded to her father’s apology. The public exchange highlights the complexities of family relationships and the impact of personal actions over time.