So, at 16, Emily Bustamante found herself expecting a baby with Fabolous. After moving in with him and having their daughter in April 1998, things didn’t quite work out. Then, enter John Jackson, aka Fabolous.
Fast forward to 2002, Fabolous was killing it with his debut album, “Ghetto Fabulous.” Hits like “Can’t Deny It” and “Trade It All” were everywhere. Spotting Emily at an event in New York, he sent his brother over to talk to her. Emily, being Emily, didn’t hold back and told his brother to send Fabolous her way if he wanted to chat. And that’s how their story began… with a bit of shyness from Fabolous.
In an interview with Vibe magazine, Emily spilled the beans on how Fabolous finally approached her. Turns out, he was just shy. His soft-spoken charm won her over, and they started talking every day. They clicked, sharing laughs and passions. Despite taking their time physically, their bond grew stronger over three years of summers together.
Then came Fabolous’s big move: he invited Emily and her daughter to New York to live with him. He even made sure there was space for Emily’s Yorkie! It was a bold move that showed just how serious he was about their future.
In October 2006, Fabulous found himself in a chaotic situation, getting shot in the leg near Diddy’s Restaurant in a Manhattan parking garage. What followed was unexpected – Fabulous was arrested and rushed to the hospital for treatment. For a closer look at this dramatic incident, check out the detailed video we’ve shared about Diddy’s spots, linked in the description.
Let’s pivot to Emily and Fabulous. Throughout his recovery, Emily stood by him unwaveringly, proving her loyalty in every sense. Their bond deepened, and Emily revealed to Vibe magazine that even when they were apart, she felt his presence around her.
In February 2008, Emily gave birth to their son, Johan. Despite their shared life and experiences, Fabulous never publicly acknowledged Emily as his girlfriend. This lack of recognition became a sore point, especially when Emily appeared in the first season of Love and Hip Hop New York in 2011, voicing her frustration at Fabulous’ reluctance to claim her publicly.
But Emily remained resilient, even as Fabulous showed hesitance towards commitment. In interviews, he hinted at his views on marriage, expressing both respect and skepticism towards the institution.
As Love and Hip Hop’s first season drew to a close, viewers hoped Emily would assert herself and move forward. Looking back, Emily hoped Fabulous would understand her unwavering support. Yet, Fabulous seemed steadfast in his reluctance to fully commit, as evidenced by his tweets in May 2011, where he shared his reservations about marriage, despite its romantic portrayal in movies.
In November 2011, Love and Hip Hop New York returned with its second season, marking a pivotal moment in Emily’s life. She bravely announced her split from Fabulous, stepping into the unknown waters of adulthood solo for the first time. The season opener delivered one of reality TV’s most explosive scenes when Kimbella Van Der dropped the bombshell revelation of her past relationship with Fabulous, leading to a fierce altercation where Chrissy Lampkin fiercely defended Emily.
Following this season, Emily bid farewell to Love and Hip Hop, choosing to prioritize her personal life away from the cameras. By 2013, she and Fabulous had patched things up, with Fabulous hinting at the possibility of marriage. However, doubts arose, especially after a social media scandal involving Fabulous and Instagram model Alyssa Sorto in 2014.
In 2015, Emily joyously announced her second pregnancy with Fabulous, welcoming their son, Jonas, later that year. Despite the picture-perfect moments, turmoil lurked beneath the surface. In a disturbing turn of events in March 2018, TMZ reported a harrowing altercation where Fabulous allegedly inflicted serious harm on Emily during an argument, a moment captured on chilling footage that shook fans.
Despite the gravity of the situation, Emily struggled to let go, clinging to hope for reconciliation. Insider sources shared her unwavering loyalty to Fabulous, revealing her enduring commitment amidst the chaos of their relationship.
Was Emily still fretting about settling down during such a chaotic time? It sure seemed like it. Fabulous was locked up, facing a hefty 20-year sentence. Throughout the courtroom drama, Emily never left his side, and eventually, he opted for a plea deal to dodge jail time. He even patched things up with Emily’s dad, and they continued to hang out like one big, happy family. Fast forward to October 2020, and Fabulous and Emily welcomed their third child, Journey Jackson, marking two and a half years since their scary domestic incident.
By January 2021, Fabulous was getting all reflective on Instagram, talking about the importance of having a partner to share life’s ups and downs with.
Now, about those wedding bands they’ve been spotted wearing lately? Turns out, they still haven’t made it official, according to TMZ. Despite online haters constantly bringing up their past, Fabulous and Emily mostly shrugged it off. But things started to heat up online again in winter 2021, with folks speculating about trouble in paradise.
And then there’s the gossip mill going wild in August 2022, when Fabulous was seen chilling in a car with singer Danny Lay, who’s got a kid with rapper DaBaby. But wait, it doesn’t end there! Just a couple of months later, in October 2022, Fabulous was seen hanging out with an Instagram model called Peggy, who goes by the handle “Thicker Than a Snicker.”
On October 10th, Fabulous hopped on Instagram to give a shoutout to his daughter Journey on her birthday. But guess who wasn’t having it? Emily’s daughter clapped back in the comments, airing out some dirty laundry. She spilled that Fabulous hadn’t been there for Journey in almost a year, never bothering to check in on her. Ouch. Emily’s daughter also called out Fabulous for playing favorites with his two older sons, suggesting his fatherly act was just a façade.
As the voice of reason, likely supporting her mom, Emily’s daughter had every right to speak her mind on a public platform. Let’s just hope she won’t have to eat her words if Fabulous and Emily decide to patch things up yet again. Are you as shocked as we are by the rollercoaster that is Fabulous and Emily’s 20-year saga? Drop your thoughts below. Appreciate ya!