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 $10k in Akon's account. Tomeka cites emotional neglect and lack of transparency over Akon's finances as reasons for the divorce.
The couple, together since the early days of Akon's music career, was once considered one of the entertainment industry's most enduring unions.
Insiders claim the marriage had been strained for years, with Akon's multiple relationships becoming public.
Tomeka had been contemplating separation for a while.
Akon, an American-Senegalese singer, has been dragged into a legal battle following the divorce filing.
Author's summary: Akon's 29-year marriage ends.