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The Real Housewives of Atlanta Alums Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker are splitting after 11 years of marriage. “After deep thought and much prayer, I have made the decision to move forward with my divorce. This is a difficult and emotional time, but I remain focused on protecting my peace, being the best mother I can be, and co-parenting with love and respect,” Burruss shared in her statement with People. “I am entering a new chapter of my work, my family and my own growth. I am grateful to everyone who has supported us over the years and ask for privacy, grace and understanding as we navigate this transition with our family.” They met while filming ROA; Burruss joined the show starting with the second season, and she soon met Tucker, who was the production manager for the show's fourth season in 2011. They married three years later in 2014, and planning their wedding wasn't easy. documented in their own Bravo miniseries, Kandy wedding. The pair also had a one-season spin-off series. Kandi and the gang in which they tried to revive their restaurant. They have two children and raised children from previous relationships together.
Rumors of separation began to circulate Bravocon last weekend. During her Women's achievement speech, she tearfully thanked Andy Cohen for visiting her and for their off-screen friendship. She also thanked Tucker, but it was unclear if he was present. “Todd, thank you for surviving the blogs, the shadows, the rumors, the lies, the truth, the almost fights, the real fights, the reunions… You deserve this award too,” she shared.
