In a surprising turn of events, Tomeka Thiam, the long-time wife of global music icon Akon, has officially filed for divorce — just days before what would have been their 29th wedding anniversary.
According to court documents obtained by People Magazine, Tomeka filed the petition on September 11, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for ending the marriage. The filing came just four days before their anniversary on September 15, marking the end of one of the music industry’s longest-running celebrity relationships.
Tomeka and Akon share a 17-year-old daughter named Journey, and the court documents reveal that she is asking for joint legal custody but sole physical custody of their child, with visitation rights for Akon. She’s also requesting spousal support, while asking that the court deny any such support to Akon.
At the moment, reports of Tomeka demanding €100 million or claims that Akon has only $10,000 in his bank account cannot be verified. No credible legal or media documents support those numbers — meaning they’re likely rumors floating around social media.
For now, the real story remains centered on the emotional and legal fallout of their separation — especially given how close it came to their wedding anniversary.
Akon, born Aliaune Thiam, is a Senegalese-American singer, entrepreneur, and global hitmaker known for classics like “Lonely” and “Smack That.” Over the years, he’s spoken openly about practicing polygamy, explaining that his large family reflects his cultural beliefs. Akon reportedly has nine children with several women, a topic that has often drawn mixed reactions from fans and critics alike.
While the divorce news has shocked fans, it also raises questions about how Akon’s complex family structure and global business ventures — spanning music, real estate, and renewable energy — will factor into the court proceedings.
Neither Akon nor Tomeka has publicly commented on the situation yet, but one thing’s certain: after nearly three decades together, this marks the end of an era for the Thiam family.
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