- Tomeka Thiam has filed for divorce from Akon after nearly 29 years of marriage.
- The couple married on September 15, 1996, and have a 17-year-old child together.
- Divorce reasons cited: irreconcilable differences.
- Tomeka seeks joint legal and physical custody of their child.
- She is requesting spousal support but has blocked Akon from receiving any from her.
- Akon has a history of complex relationships and multiple children.
- Tomeka is a businesswoman and owns a salon in Atlanta, Georgia.
- The divorce has sparked reactions and buzz across social media.
Tomeka Thiam, the longtime spouse of American music icon Akon, has officially filed for divorce, bringing to an end almost 29 years of marriage. The couple, who wed on September 15, 1996, share one child, now aged 17.
According to TMZ, Tomeka initiated the divorce proceedings just four days before the couple’s 29th anniversary, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.
In her filing, Tomeka is seeking joint legal and physical custody of their teenage child. She is also requesting spousal support while preventing Akon from receiving any financial assistance from her.
Akon, who has publicly discussed his personal life, has fathered several children with different women and has been open about navigating complex relationships.
The announcement of the divorce has generated reactions across social media. Some fans expressed shock over the long-lasting marriage coming to an end, while others commented on the timing and circumstances of the separation.
Tomeka Thiam, a businesswoman and hairstylist, runs a beauty salon in Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia. While the couple largely kept their personal life private, the divorce filing has ignited significant attention online.
