Akon's Wife Tomeka Thiam Files for Divorce After 28 Years

In a shocking turn of events,Akons wife, Tomeka Thiam has officially filed for divorce after 28 years of marriage. Fans were taken by surprise, as there relationship was announced to be ending, days before their 29th wedding anniversary! Sources stated Tomeka ended the marriage after issues that lasted for a long time, and she wanted to keep the process private.For many years, they kept their marriage mostly private until now! No wonder their fans were shocked! 

Akon Divorce Filing: Who Gets Custody and Support

According to court documents, Tomeka is asking for joint legal custody of their 17 year old daughter, Journey, but asking for primary physical custody meaning she would be the primary caregiver. Tomeka is also asking for spousal support and stated that Akon would not be entitled to spousal support. Experts indicated that this is typical for high profile divorces because the goal is to keep the divorce process smooth as possible, while meeting all requirements of reminding both parties to put the wellbeing of children first. Fans are now anxious to see how the final share of the child's custody and child support play out.

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Akon's Life in the Limelight

Akon (Aliaune Thiam) has been in the public eye for many years with memorable tracks such as “Smack That” and “Lonely.” In addition to being a recording artist, Akon has become noteworthy as an entrepreneur and philanthropist, creating companies and charitable endeavors that reached far and wide with fans around the world. However, while most people are aware of Akon’s career, his family life has been kept generally private. Akon has nine children, and he is open about being in a polygamous lifestyle. So, with the divorce news, fans aren’t just curious, many are also wondering how such a big change in Akon’s life will affect his family and day to day life. 

Akon and Tomeka Thiam: Their 28-Year Marriage Journey

Akon and Tomeka Thiam now have spent almost 30 years together, creating a life together, and raising their child, Journey. Unlike many celebrity couples, Akon and Tomeka never allowed their relationship to turn into a public affair, without the need for scandalous drama. The couple's marriage was seen as respectful and lasting, which makes the breakup news even more jolting. With the couple's 29th year anniversary just a month away, many fans are in their feelings, reminiscing on their relationship through the good times, and posting family moments.

How Fans and the Public Are Responding

News around Akon’s divorce from Tomeka Thiam went viral on social media and it seems that fans were just as shocked and emotional as the couple! Some were shocked that it just happened to fall about 10 days before their 29th anniversary, and many people expressed sadness that a marriage that lasted over 28 years, including many highs and lows, was over. Fans have also reminisced about Akon's massive music career, as well as the very few times that they have seen the couple together. 

Now that media reports have been released which provide highlights of their last 28 years of being a couple, the story resonates with people because celebrity divorces allow members of the public a slight insight into the personal struggles associated with even the highest of public profiles.