Akon’s Polygamy Beliefs Meet Reality as His Longtime Wife Files for Divorce

By: Staff

For years, Akon has stood firm on an unconventional belief: that men are “natural breeders” and polygamy should be normalized. The American-Senegalese singer, best known for global hits like Lonely, has repeatedly stated his position in interviews and unapologetically showcased the women in his life. While many see this as a departure from mainstream expectations of monogamy, Akon has framed it as staying true to his Muslim faith and Senegalese roots, where polygamy is permitted.

Yet even principles rooted in faith and culture face real-world consequences. After nearly three decades together, Tomeka Thiam — the one woman Akon publicly acknowledged as his legal wife — has filed for divorce just days before their 29th wedding anniversary. Court records cite irreconcilable differences.

Tomeka, a 48-year-old American entrepreneur and record-label executive, met Akon in 1993 at a party when she was 18 and he was 20. Together they built a life that included five children — sons Alioune, Jahvor, and Muhammad, and daughters Alianna and Journey — and a sprawling $7-million estate on five acres in Atlanta, Georgia.

Now, Tomeka is seeking joint legal custody, primary physical custody, and spousal support, while asking that Akon not receive any support himself. The separation date remains unspecified.

The public may never know the full details behind the split, but the symbolism is unmistakable. Akon’s brand of unapologetic polygamy once marketed as a badge of authenticity now faces the sobering test of a courtroom and a crumbling marriage.

Akon’s lifestyle and beliefs have long sparked debate about the clash between cultural traditions and contemporary norms of marriage. With Tomeka’s filing, that debate now intersects with a deeply personal chapter in the artist’s life — one that may redefine the public narrative surrounding both his music and his message

In an era where celebrity men are re-examining their relationships and public image, Akon’s situation feels like a cautionary tale: belief systems and bravado can make headlines, but they don’t always build lasting homes.

Source: E News

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2. Rozina Negusei is wife #2

Place of birth: South Wollo, Dessie Amhara Region, Ethiopia

Career: Record label and film production executive

Reports claim she and the singer have two children.

Rozina Negusei, born in Ethiopia and raised in Tampa, Florida, came to the United States with her family in 1989 after fleeing political unrest. Today she stands at the helm of several ventures as President and CEO of Zanar Entertainment, En-Treeg Records, Entreeg Investment Group, and Rozinanegusei LLC.

In 2021, Negusei and Akon announced plans to invest $12 million into Uganda’s entertainment industry, a move that underscored their shared interest in expanding African music and media infrastructure. Their collaboration dates back at least to 2018, when the two attended the ET Abyssinia Show in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, together.

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4. Tricia Anna is wife #4

Career: Reality TV star, A&R representative, and former model

Former urban model Tricia Ana has carved out her own lane in the music industry as an A&R representative for Akon’s label, Konvict Muzik. With African-American, Puerto Rican, and Swedish heritage, she embodies a blend of cultures that mirrors the global reach of the label she helps steer.

Years ago, Tricia married Akon in a private ceremony in Africa. She brought four children from previous relationships into the marriage, while Akon is a father of nine. Their blended family and high-profile careers have often drawn public attention.

In 2019, Tricia became a supporting cast member on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood Season 6, airing on VH1 from August to December. The reality series highlighted the tensions in her relationship with Akon, particularly when she revealed lingering feelings for her ex-boyfriend Micky a storyline that fueled drama both on-screen and off.