After nearly three decades together, Akon’s wife, Tomeka Thiam, has filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.
Court filings show Tomeka and the Senegalese-American singer married in September 1996. She now wants the court to end the union legally.
The couple share a 17-year-old child. Tomeka is seeking joint legal custody but also asking for physical custody of the child. She wants spousal support while blocking Akon from seeking any support from her.
For years, Akon has been vague about his marital life and the number of “wives” he has. Tomeka’s filing makes her position official in court.
The 51-year-old artist, famous for hits like Lonely and Smack That, has often spoken about polygamy and African traditions. But his marriage to Tomeka lasted almost three decades before this decision.
So far, Akon has not publicly responded to the divorce case. Fans are waiting to see if he will break his silence.
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