William Bumpus, the ex-husband of journalist Gayle King, has publicly apologized for his infidelity nearly four decades ago, which involved cheating with King's best friend. This apology comes after King discussed the painful incident on Alex Cooper's 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, where she detailed discovering Bumpus in a compromising situation with her friend. In his statement to TMZ, Bumpus expressed remorse not only to King but also to their children and grandchildren for the hurt caused by his actions. He acknowledged the impact of his infidelity on their marriage and praised Gayle for her support throughout their lives, including her encouragement during his pursuit of a law degree. Bumpus highlighted their successful co-parenting and expressed gratitude for the gifts of their children. He remains focused on being a better person and a devoted father, particularly to his teenage daughter, Poet. The couple divorced in 1993 after 11 years of marriage, but they maintain a cordial relationship.