Globally renowned music star and rapper Akon has found his way back in the headlines. This time, he is getting the limelight for an unexpected change in his personal life. Just four days before what would have been their 29th wedding anniversary, his long-time wife, Tomeka Thiam, filed for divorce.
According to court filings obtained from PEOPLE, Tomeka Thiam filed for divorce on Thursday, September 11, 2025, citing ‘irreconcilable differences’, listing their date of separation as ‘TBD’ (to be determined). The couple share a 17-year-old daughter, Journey Thiam.
