Akon’s Wife Tomeka Thiam Files for Divorce After Nearly 29 Years of Marriage
Tomeka Thiam, the longtime wife of legendary American singer and songwriter Akon, has reportedly filed for divorce after nearly 29 years of marriage.
The couple, who tied the knot on September 15, 1996, share a 17-year-old child together. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Why Tomeka Filed for Divorce
According to reports from TMZ, Tomeka filed the divorce petition just four days before their 29th wedding anniversary, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for ending their marriage.
Details of the Divorce Filing
Court documents reveal that Tomeka Thiam is seeking:
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Joint legal and physical custody of her 17-year-old child with Akon.
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Spousal support, while ensuring that Akon does not receive any financial support from her.
Tomeka, a successful businesswoman and hairstylist, owns a beauty salon in Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia.
Akon’s Complex Relationship History
Akon, born Aliaune Damala Badara Akon Thiam, has been open about his unconventional personal life. He has multiple children with different women, including Tomeka, and has often sparked conversations about his lifestyle and relationships.
Social Media Reactions
The news of the divorce quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions online:
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Deeply Demen: “Wow, 29 years down the drain? Heartbreaking.”
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Fernada: “Girl waited 28 years and 361 days like she was tryna unlock a secret achievement before leaving 😭.”
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Hood 2 Reality: “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.”
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DJ Runna: “She put the blame on him now he’s Mr. Lonely.”
A Private Marriage Now in the Spotlight
While Akon and Tomeka have largely kept their marriage private, this sudden divorce filing has brought their nearly three-decade-long relationship into the spotlight.
As of now, neither Akon nor Tomeka has publicly addressed the reports.
