Akon's 29-Year Marriage Ends in Divorce
Akon's wife, Tomeka Thiam, has filed for divorce after 29 years of marriage, seeking €100m in compensation.
The court found only $10,000 in Akon's account. The American-Senegalese singer is now embroiled in a legal battle.
Background of the Marriage
Akon and Tomeka have been together since the early days of his music career, once considered one of the entertainment industry's most enduring unions.
Reasons for Divorce
Insiders claim the marriage was strained for years due to emotional neglect and lack of transparency over Akon's finances.
- Emotional neglect
- Lack of transparency over finances
- Akon's multiple relationships became public
According to sources close to the family, Tomeka had been contemplating separation for a while.
Years of alleged irreconcilable differences led to the divorce filing.
Author's summary: Akon's 29-year marriage ends in divorce with a €100m compensation demand.