Gypsy Rose Blanchard intends to attend the funeral services for her former partner, Ken Urker, in Texas, according to a source close to Blanchard. This decision comes despite ongoing public tensions between Blanchard and Urker's sister, Autumn.
An insider confirmed to Page Six that Blanchard, 35, has been welcomed by Urker's family as they mourn his passing. Blanchard recently attended a viewing in Louisiana for Urker, who died on October 1, his 34th birthday. His death occurred in his Louisiana home, where investigators found drug paraphernalia and a handgun. The Lafourche Parish Public Information Officer stated that no foul play was suspected.
Despite Blanchard's stated efforts to maintain positive relationships with Ken Urker's family, the situation remains strained with Autumn Urker. Autumn has publicly criticized Blanchard's behavior following Ken's death, alleging that Blanchard made false claims about Ken being found after he did not respond to a birthday text. Autumn also reportedly expressed that her family was "disgusted" with Blanchard's actions.
Blanchard has publicly addressed these accusations, stating she does not wish for the focus to shift to disagreements between herself and Autumn. She acknowledged the existing tension, noting Autumn's disapproval of her relationship with Ken. Blanchard also asserted that her communications with Ken's other loved ones have been positive and respectful during this difficult period.
Page Six previously reported that Blanchard and Urker had separated approximately one month before his death. According to a source, they had been living apart for two months prior to their official split. The couple shared a 1-year-old daughter, Aurora, and reportedly maintained communication regarding their child. The source indicated that their breakup was amicable, stemming from Ken's struggles with mental health.
Blanchard had stated that Urker was dealing with cyberbullying and intense public scrutiny in the period leading up to his death. She has since urged her followers to sign an online harassment petition in his memory and has asked for public kindness, condemning gossip surrounding his passing.
Ken Urker and Blanchard met in 2017 while Blanchard was incarcerated. They became engaged a year later. Following a period where Blanchard married and divorced Ryan Scott Anderson, she and Urker reunited. Their daughter, Aurora, was born in late 2024.