Tomeka Thiam, the wife of legendary American singer and songwriter Akon, has reportedly filed for divorce after nearly 29 years of marriage.
Recall that the couple tied the knot on September 15, 1996 and share a 17-year-old child.
Reason Tomeka Thiam Filed Divorce
According to a report from TMZ, Tomeka Thiam filed for divorce from Akon four days before their 29th wedding anniversary, citing irreconcilable differences.
Details Of Tomeka’s Divorce Filing
Tomeka Thiam is reportedly seeking joint legal and physical custody of her 17-year-old child with Akon.
Additionally, she’s requesting spousal support, while blocking Akon from receiving any spousal support from her.
Notably Akon has been open about his personal life, including his relationships.
He has multiple children with different women, including Tomeka Thiam, and has been known to have complex relationships.
Reactions Trailing Reports Of Tomeka Thiam Filing Divorce
Deeply Demen wrote, “Wow, 29 years down the drain? Heartbreaking”.
Fernada stated, “Girl waited 28 years and 361 days like she was tryna unlock a secret achievement before leaving 😭”.
Hood 2 Reality wrote, “I’m trying to understand. He’s considered the ideal black man every high-quality black woman in America desires. For as money looks fame and a quality lifestyle along with a professional social life and she’s divorcing him”.
DJ Runna added,”She put the blame on him now he’s Mr. Lonely”.
Tomeka Thiam is a businesswoman and hairstylist, owning a beauty salon in Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia.
The couple has kept their marriage relatively private, but the recent divorce proceedings have sparked buzz online.
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