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Akon and Tomeka Face Lengthy Divorce and Custody Battle

11/16/2025

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Aliaune Damala Akon Thiam, known as Akon, and Tomeka are in a divorce and custody dispute after nearly 30 years of marriage.
Akon opposes spousal support and seeks joint physical custody of their 17-year-old child.
Tomeka requests full physical custody but would share joint legal custody.
As proceedings unfold, both sides anticipate a potentially lengthy battle under California community property laws.

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Story summary

Aliaune Damala Akon Thiam, known as Akon, and Tomeka are in a divorce and custody dispute after nearly 30 years of marriage.
Akon opposes spousal support and seeks joint physical custody of their 17-year-old child.
Tomeka requests full physical custody but would share joint legal custody.
As proceedings unfold, both sides anticipate a potentially lengthy battle under California community property laws.