Kendra Kramer defends parents from haters: '[They] have never ever taken advantage of me'
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Kendra Kramer speaks up about bashers targeting her parents, Chesca and Doug.
Amid the negative claims online, Kendra Kramer breaks her silence to defend her parents, Chesca and Doug.
In an Instagram post, Kendra penned a statement addressing critics who have called her parents “controlling” and other things.
"I wanted to come out and say that, from a daughter's point of view, it is very sad and disappointing to see all the hate and negativity about our family and most especially my parents. Albeit, it's just a few, but I wanted to talk about it online. And no, my parents did not tell me to write this. I'm doing it on my own accord," she wrote.
Kendra then addressed concerns about her involvement in show business, clarifying that pursuing a career in the industry was her dream and not something her parents forced her to do.
READ: How Kendra Kramer went from adorable kid to stunning young lady
"My parents have spoken to me before and asked if I truly wanted to be in the show business world. They asked if it was something I wanted, and I said yes. Wholeheartedly, I love modeling, and I love doing it with my family. My parents have never ever taken advantage of me," she continued.
Disagreeing with the accusations, Kendra emphasized that she also enjoys having a personal life outside of the family.
"I have my own social life - with my sports and with my friends. They are NOT controlling parents, only caring ones who want the best for me and my siblings. They put me in regular school, they let me go out and enjoy with my friends, and most of all, my dad and mom guide me with my sports."
She added, "Please do not come out and say my parents are controlling my life, they care about me, and I stand by that.”
READ: Chesca Kramer calls out haters: 'It's simply too much to keep staying silent'
Kendra went on to praise her parents, describing them as loving parents and role models.
In the end, the 17-year-old pleaded with people to stop posting hateful comments about her family online.
“Please stop the negativity and hate. It hurts me to see the people I love getting spoken about like this online. My parents are the greatest people I know and I love my family to the bottom of my heart."
In the comments section, fans and friends quickly sent love and support to the family. Doug and Cheska also expressed their gratitude and love for their daughter following her message.
Cheska tied the knot with Doug Kramer in 2008.
Kendra is the eldest of the Kramer siblings, followed by Scarlett and Gavin.
Check out Kendra Kramer's chic looks for your next outfit inspiration in this gallery:
