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Akon is a well-known singer, songwriter, and businessman who has been active in the music industry for over two decades. He first gained attention in the early 2000s with hit songs that became popular worldwide. Since then, he has built a career that goes beyond music. His net worth is estimated at $50 million in 2025, as per Celebrity Net Worth.
In 2025, his name is being discussed not only for his music and projects but also for his personal life. His wife, Tomeka Thiam, has filed for divorce after almost 29 years of marriage.
Akon’s wealth and career earnings
He made much of his wealth from his music career. His albums and singles sold millions of copies, and he earned money from tours, royalties, and streaming platforms. He also founded record labels like Konvict Muzik and KonLive Distribution, which helped launch the careers of artists such as Lady Gaga and T-Pain.
Besides music, he had become a wealthy person in business. He has been involved in real estate, branding and clothing lines. He also initiated such projects as Akon City in Senegal and Akoin cryptocurrency. These undertakings drew worldwide focus but some of them were also delayed and short of funds. Philanthropy was an element of his work too.
His project Akon Lighting Africa equipped the rural people with solar power. This was not meant to be a profit-making venture but it displayed that he was willing to mix social projects and investments.
Read More: When did Akon get married to Tomeka Thiam? Relationship timeline explored as wife files for divorce
Tomeka Thiam files for divorce
In September 2025, Tomeka Thiam petitioned to divorce him. She wanted joint legal custody and sole physical custody of their daughter. She also demanded spousal maintenance.
Tomeka Thiam and Akon were married for nearly 29 years. They first met in 1993, began dating, and tied the knot in 1996. Together, they have five children—three sons and two daughters.
The family made their home in Atlanta, where they raised their children and supported their goals. Their youngest daughter, Journey, who is 17, was specifically mentioned in the divorce papers.
Read More: Who is Tomeka Thiam? All about Akon’s wife as she files for divorce after 29 years of marriage
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