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Tameka Raymond Blasts Son's Life Support Rumors, Usher Stays Quiet

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Tameka Raymond has no intentions of removing her son Kile Glover off life support while her ex-husband and R&B star Usher remains quiet about the tragic accident.

Reports surfaced earlier this week that Tameka’s 11-year old son Kile who had not regained consciousness since the accident would be taken off life support when his medical insurance expired next month.

The news saddened many who continue to pray for Kile and his family. A source close to Tameka however is blasting the reports telling GlobalGrind that the family never intend on removing Kile from life support adding, “people to keep praying and to never lose hope in the power of God’s prayer.”

Last week Tameka released a statement to CNN,

“We know God’s in control, and are leaning on our faith in Him and His word at this most difficult time. We firmly believe in the power of prayer and ask that you all continue to pray and lift Kile up, as it’s the best way we can all support him now.”

Usher who reportedly grew extremely close to his former stepson has remained behind the scenes not releasing any statements through his rep and Kile’s father Ryan Glover who’s reportedly the president of Bounce TV has also stayed out of the public eye.

We hope Kile pulls through this tragic accident. The above photo shows Kile with Usher’s sons and of course his brothers. Adorable…

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