Archive · 14 Sep 2025
Akon's Wife Files for Divorce Before Anniversary
Akon and his wife, Tomeka Thiam, are getting a divorce, just before their 29th anniversary.
Tomeka filed the divorce.
The separation date is not yet determined.
They have nine children together, including a 17-year-old daughter named Journey.
Tomeka is asking for joint legal custody, and to be the primary caregiver.
Akon has expressed views on polygamy being part of his culture.
Tomeka Thiam filed for divorce from Akon.
The filing occurred days before their 29th anniversary.
The date of separation is listed as 'TBD'.
The couple has nine children, including a 17-year-old daughter.
Thiam is requesting joint legal custody and primary physical custody.
- Who
- Akon and Tomeka Thiam
- What
- Divorce filing
- When
- September 11, before 29th anniversary
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- Not specified
Tomeka Thiam's Perspective
Akon's Perspective
Polygamy
Tomeka Thiam's Perspective
Thiam has not expressed a stance in the article.
Akon's Perspective
Akon views polygamy as part of his African culture and normal.
- Divorce Filing
- Filed by Tomeka Thiam
- Marriage Duration
- Nearly 29 years
- Separation Date
- TBD
- Children
- 9 total, including 1 daughter (17)
- Custody
- Joint legal custody requested, Thiam for primary
- Husband's View
- Akon sees polygamy as normal
Sources
Chammak Challo Singer Akon's Wife Files For Divorce After 29 Years Of Marriage
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