Kirk Franklin apologizes after expletive-filled argument with his son goes viral

Legendary choir director and gospel singer Kirk Franklin issued an apology after leaked audio of him delivering a profanity-filled rant against his estranged son went viral. 

The artist took to Twitter on Saturday to issue an apology for anyone offended by his language. In the brief clip, he tried to put the video in context.  "Many of you know I have an older son named Kerrion Franklin. In May, he’ll be 33," Kirk begins the video message. "For many years we have had a toxic relationship with him as a family. We’ve tried for many years through counseling, through therapy to try to rectify this private family matter. Recently my son and I had an argument that he chose to record. I felt extremely disrespected in that conversation and I lost my temper and I said words that are not appropriate and I am sincerely sorry to all of you. I sincerely apologize."