History of Keke Palmer in Timeline

Keke Palmer is an accomplished American actress, singer, and television personality recognized with multiple accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards. Her talent has garnered nominations for both Daytime Emmy and Screen Actors Guild Awards. Palmer's influence was further cemented when Time magazine featured her in its list of the world's most influential people in 2019, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in entertainment and popular culture.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

February 2017: Sexuality discussion on The Wendy Williams Show

In February 2017, Keke Palmer discussed her sexuality on The Wendy Williams Show, stating she likes whoever loves her and doesn't want to limit herself to one feeling or idea.

2017: Conflict with Trey Songz

In 2017, Keke Palmer spoke publicly about her turbulent relationship with singer Trey Songz after he allegedly tricked her into being in a music video while at a party. She accused him of "sexual intimidation,".

2019: #YouKnowMe Campaign Participation

In 2019, Keke Palmer shared via Twitter as part of the #YouKnowMe campaign that she had an abortion at the age of 24.

June 2021: Beginning of relationship with Darius Jackson

In June 2021, Keke Palmer began dating fitness instructor Darius Jackson.

December 3, 2022: Pregnancy announcement on Saturday Night Live

On December 3, 2022, while hosting Saturday Night Live, Keke Palmer announced she was expecting her first child with Darius Jackson.

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February 2023: Birth of first child

In February 2023, Keke Palmer's son was born.

October 2023: Separation from Darius Jackson

In October 2023, Keke Palmer and Darius Jackson separated, following a series of alleged incidents surrounding domestic violence throughout their relationship.

2023: Acceptance Award at the Los Angeles LGBT Center

In 2023, while accepting an award at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, Keke Palmer expressed feeling accepted and a part of the LGBTQ community.

May 2024: Domestic violence restraining order hearing canceled

In May 2024, Keke Palmer dropped the requests for a temporary restraining order against Darius Jackson as well as temporary sole custody of their son and their domestic violence restraining order hearing was canceled.

2024: Disclosure of childhood molestation

In 2024, Keke Palmer disclosed in an interview with People magazine that she was molested as a child and did not realize it until she read a book about sexual abuse.