‘16 and Pregnant’ Star Whitney Purvis Heartbroken After Son’s Tragic Loss: Exclusive Interview
2025-06-05
People
In a deeply personal and exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Whitney Purvis, a beloved alum from MTV’s ‘16 and Pregnant,’ bravely shares her grief and struggles following the devastating loss of her 16-year-old son, Gatlin. The interview offers a raw and honest look at how she’s coping with unimaginable pain and the profound impact this tragedy has had on her life. Purvis reflects on the 'standing still' feeling time has taken on and the difficulty of envisioning a future without her beloved son. This is her story.