Gladys Knight has issued a response after her son, Shanga Henderson, claimed she was a victim of elder abuse at the hands of her husband, William McDowell. According to PEOPLE Magazine, the 81-year-old shared a statement and described herself as “healthy” and “happy” amid concern sparked by Henderson regarding her cognitive abilities.

The Grammy winner's statement came after her oldest son claimed that his mother was being subjected to elder abuse at the hands of William McDowell.

Seven-time Grammy Award winner Gladys Knight is best known for her legendary music career, but the "Midnight Train to Georgia" singer is now making headlines over concerns about her health. In an interview with People this month,