Archive · 30 Sep 2025
Madonna Reflects on Dark Times During Custody Battle
Madonna, the singer, shared in an interview that she went through a really tough time during a custody battle over her son, Rocco, with her ex-husband, Guy Ritchie.
She felt so overwhelmed that she considered hurting herself.
This happened around 2016 while she was also on tour.
Going through the court case made her feel like the end of the world, and she cried a lot.
She found comfort in her faith and is now friends with her son.
The legal case ended with Rocco living with his father.
Madonna discussed suicidal thoughts during a custody battle with Guy Ritchie.
The custody battle involved her son, Rocco.
The emotional turmoil occurred around the time of her 'Rebel Heart' tour.
She credits her spiritual life for getting her through the tough time.
The legal battle concluded with Rocco living with his father.
- Who
- Madonna
- What
- Opened up about suicidal thoughts during a custody battle.
- When
- In an interview, referencing a period around 2016.
- Where
- The custody battle involved New York and London.
- Why
- Due to the emotional toll of the custody battle.
- Subject
- Madonna's interview on 'On Purpose with Jay Shetty'
- Topic
- Custody battle with Guy Ritchie
- Son
- Rocco
- Year of custody battle
- 2016
- Outcome
- Rocco stayed with his father
- Madonna's tour during battle
- 'Rebel Heart'