Kandi Burruss Dissed By Daughter Riley's Father, Tiny & Monica Come To Their Defense

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Big Block also went after his daughter, saying she was just jealous that his other kids were raised in his home. The 19-year-old gave a classy response.

The tense relationship between Kandi Burruss and Russell Spencer, also known as Big Block, has been well-documented. The Grammy winner shares a daughter, her eldest child Riley Buruss, with Block, and there was even a time when they all appeared on Real Housewives in Atlanta where they aired out their family business. It was revealed that Block didn't have much of a relationship with Riley, something that he blamed on Kandi and his daughter, and last year, Block sat down for an interview where he called the singer a "side chick."

It looks as if Block isn't letting up because he recently caught up with VladTV and continued to bash Kandi and 19-year-old Riley. He made claims that Riley is just jealous that all of his other kids were raised together in his home and he even questioned why he needed to pay child support if Kandi was making more money than he was.


The clip of the interview quickly went viral and Block was hit with a tremendous amount of backlash, but fans of the Burrusses were sharing messages of support for Riley as she watched her father call her out on the internet. She responded to his words.

"My mom and I always try to take the high road," Riley wrote. "But honestly it's really upsetting that I constantly have to see you badmouthing us publicly. I was blessed to be raised in a household where my mom provided the best life I could have. No jealousy here. I would appreciate it if you could stop talking about us."

Over on her Instagram Story, Kandi reshared a post that reads, "I don't care how well I'm doing, I still need that money you owe me." She added, "Don't BLOCK your blessings not doing right by your children." Kandi's friend, R&B icon Monica, shared a photo of Kandi and Riley with a supportive message. 

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"Sending extra love and light to one of the greatest moms I know," the singer said. "[Kandi] you've always gone above and beyond for your children & [Riley] is a shining example Of just how amazing you are! Love you both." That was precious, but Kandi's best friend Tameka "Tiny" Harris took a more...direct...approach.

"Man this is a bunch of bullish*t! Just cause she makes more money u shouldn't give her money to help with y'all's child," said Tiny. "It's bad enough u never acted like she existed. That man was absent for years on years at a time [eye roll emoji] Riley balled out her whole life & ain't stopped yet!! Them single mama's don't play bout they baby's they just go harder. He should be thanking Kandi instead of talkn [poop emoji]."

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.