11/25/2025
Mike Epps RESPONDS To ‘Prison Release Shouldn’t Be Celebrated’ Backlash And Sends Strong Message
Mike Epps is pushing back after facing criticism for celebrating a friend’s release from prison. After social media users argued that “prison release shouldn’t be celebrated,” the comedian finally addressed the backlash directly.
Epps explained that he wasn’t glorifying crime or the prison system, but simply showing love and support for someone who had paid their debt to society. He emphasized that everyone deserves a second chance and that encouragement can help former inmates rebuild their lives.
In a passionate message, Epps said he will always stand by people trying to turn their lives around, adding that celebrating redemption is not the same as promoting wrongdoing. His response has sparked new discussion online about forgiveness, rehabilitation, and how society treats those returning home from prison.