Henry Robert Witherspoon was the father of American actor and comedian Kevin Hart. Kevin Hart is a familiar figure to most netzines and movie lovers. Besides, he is known for his jokes, which he has done on various platforms. Henry Robert was born in 1949 in the United States; he had a tough time growing up as he ended up being addicted to cocaine.
He was Absent Most of His Sons’ Life
Henry Robert Witherspoon was absent when his two sons were growing up. He was into drugs, and this led to his separation from his wife, Nancy. Nancy went on to take care of the two sons, Kevin and Robert, all by herself in North Philadelphia. It was tough for Kevin and her brother since their father was absent, but then Nancy did all she could to cater to her children’s needs.
Henry Robert Witherspoon spent most of his time in and out of jail, and as such, he could not be there for his sons. His addiction to cocaine had led him to the wrong path, and he was often arrested for being in possession of cocaine. He would spend some time in prison, and once he was released, he would return to his routine.
Reconciling with His Son
Kevin Hart did not want to associate himself with his father, Henry Robert Witherspoon, due to his cocaine addiction. But later in life, when Henry mended his behavior, Kevin was ready to take him back. He often spent time with him and helped him financially. Besides, Kevin mentioned that his father, Henry Robert Witherspoon, has influenced his life positively, and he would ensure he would make him proud by being a great father.
In an interview, Henry Robert Witherspoon’s son mentioned that he thanks God that he is in a position to help his father financially. It was clear that despite their strained relationship, the two had mended things between them, and Kevin Hart was devastated by his father’s death in 2022.
Personal Life and Death
Regarding his personal life, Henry Robert Witherspoon married Nancy Hart, but details of their first encounter are unclear. Their love story was bittersweet, given that they started well, but along the way, Henry Robert Witherspoon was absent due to his frequent arrests. They separated at some point, and they lived separate lives. Henry’s wife died in 2007 after battling ovarian cancer for a very long time.
Henry Robert Witherspoon may not have lived a great life, but he had a significant influence on his son, Kevin Hart, who often spoke of his strained relationship; in his later days, he mentioned how close they were and the impact he had made in his life. Henry Robert Witherspoon died in 2022; Kevin Hart shared the sad news on his Instagram page but never mentioned the cause of his death.
His Son
Henry’s son has had a significant impact on the comedy and acting industry. He has appeared in various comedy and television shows, including Jumanji, in which he appeared with his friend Dwayne Johnson. Hart is a legendary character who people would love to see grace the screens for years to come.