Akon’s Wife Files for Divorce Four Days Before 29th Anniversary

Lead Singer Akon’s wife, Tomeka Thiam, filed for divorce in a Los Angeles court on Friday, citing irreconcilable differences, just four days before their 29th wedding anniversary.

Nut Graf The unexpected divorce petition by Tomeka Thiam highlights a sudden breakdown in one of entertainment’s longest marriages, raising questions about custody and spousal support for their 17-year-old child.

Divorce Filing Tomeka Thiam officially submitted court documents on September 12, 2025, ending a marriage that began on September 15, 1996. She cited “irreconcilable differences” as the sole ground for the split.

Custody and Support

• Joint legal custody requested, with physical custody awarded to Tomeka.
• Tomeka seeks spousal support while asking the court to block any such payments to Akon.

Marriage Background Since marrying in 1996, Akon and Tomeka maintained a relatively private family life despite his international music career. They share one child, a 17-year-old, and were set to mark nearly three decades together next week.

Akon’s Response As of Friday evening, Akon had not publicly responded to the filing nor issued a statement through his representatives. His silence contrasts with past openness about personal and professional ventures.

Implications for Assets and Royalties Legal analysts predict the division of assets-including real estate holdings and music royalties-may become contentious, given Akon’s diverse investments spanning music, cryptocurrency ventures, and real estate. The final settlement timeline remains uncertain.