Re:Eminem-New In Touch Magazine Artical
Despite everything Eminem stands by Kim (As his ex-wife begins a long prison sentence, the rapper pledges his support and refuses to abandon her)
Hes a superstar rapper with millions in the bank and legions of adoring female fans. Yet friends say Eminem only has eyes for one woman: his troubled ex-wife, Kim Mathers. Though Kim, 29, is currently in jail for skipping out on a drug treatment program and running from police, Em still cares deeply for her-and hasnt ruled out a reconciliation after her November release, sources reveal. It would be the latest chapter in the tempestuous relationship that began when Kim was just 13 years old. While Eminem has written some of his most violoent lyrics about her, friends say deep down the two share and unbreakable bond. "Any other man would run from an ex like Kim, but hes said a million times that theres nobody like her" a family confidant reveals. "Hes also dropped a lot of hints that things could be ok between them if she cleans up her act" If they were to get back together, it would mean a lot to Hailie, The couples 8 year old daughte, whom Eminem 31, has been raising alone. And Hailes not the only one longing to have Kim back home. Eminem "wont admit it, but hes still in love with Kim", the pal reveals. "He talks about her as if shes still part of his everyday life". Still, Kim wont be a part of Ems life for a while. On June 30, a Michigan judge sentences her to a year in jail. It is likely, however, that she will only have to serve 140 days in prison before being released to a drug treatment facility. Once she completes the program, the remainder of her one year sentence would be suspended. Friends say Eminem is doing what he can to make sure that happens. Besides offering emotional support by planning to visit Kim in jail, hes assured her that he'll cover the legal costs, the source notes. "Hes hoping to see Kim getting better each time he visits, the family confidant adds. Indeed, the optimistic star expects a full recovery from the addiction thats plagued his ex for a number of years. She was also arrested in 2001 for cocaine. "He still sees her as she was, before the drugs", says the pal. "you can only hope for the best for someone who just refuses to give up on another person". Only time will tell if Eminems hopes will be realized. But whatever happens, the friend says, the rapper is looking forward to the day when Kim gets out of prison "and sees him standing there with Hailie".