Akon Divorce Turns Combative as Both Sides Battle Over Money, Custody, and Control
Written by b87fm on 11/17/2025
Akon and his estranged wife, Tomeka Thiam, are entering a far more contentious chapter of their nearly 30-year breakup, according to new filings in Los Angeles Superior Court. TMZ first reported the developments on Sunday (Nov. 16).
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In a move that signals tightening financial lines, Akon has asked the court to reject any request for spousal support — directly responding to Tomeka’s September filing, where she also urged the court to deny support for him. Both are essentially saying the same thing: keep your money, I’ll keep mine.
The R&B star also asked for joint physical custody of their 17-year-old child. Tomeka, however, wants sole physical custody, though she agrees to joint legal custody. That puts the court squarely in the middle of a looming custody clash that could define how their long-term family structure is reshaped.
The divorce drama unfolds as Akon deals with separate legal trouble in Georgia. He was arrested last week after failing to appear on a charge connected to driving with a suspended license — adding yet another legal complication at a time when he’s untangling decades of personal and financial ties.
This case marks a major shift in a partnership that has existed alongside Akon’s sprawling global ventures in music, tech, and international development. Neither party has disclosed the full scope of their assets, but their filings make one thing clear: both want to walk away without owing the other a dime.
Akon’s push to block spousal support suggests he’s intent on protecting his earnings while staying deeply involved in his child’s life. Tomeka’s stance signals the same financial caution, though her bid for primary physical custody could heavily influence the court’s decision on parenting time and long-term care.
As the proceedings continue, the court will have to sort out the high-stakes mix of custody, financial independence, and public scrutiny that comes with dissolving a decades-long, high-profile marriage. Upcoming hearings will determine how — and how quickly — this separation gets resolved.
