UPDATE: Kandi Burruss is bravely sharing her emotional turmoil amid her ongoing divorce from estranged husband Todd Tucker. In a heartfelt Instagram Reel posted on December 3, 2023, the Real Housewives of Atlanta star revealed her struggle with “inner stress and sadness” while maintaining a façade of strength for her family and friends.
Burruss, 49, reflected on her experience, stating, “This is what I look like when I’m going through something.” She emphasized that beneath her smiles in the shared photos, she was grappling with significant personal challenges. “In every pic of this video, I was internally dealing with something life-changing that most of the people in the pics with me had no clue of,” she explained. Her candid admission underscores the importance of checking in on “strong friends,” as many face unseen battles.
The singer-songwriter confirmed her separation from Tucker, 52, in a statement to Us Weekly on November 21, marking the end of their marriage after 11 years. She filed for divorce on the same date, which has since escalated into a custody battle over their two children, Ace, 9, and Blaze, 6. Burruss initially requested joint custody but has since changed her stance to seek sole custody following Tucker’s recent court filing for primary custody on November 26.
Burruss expressed her focus on preserving her peace and prioritizing her children during this difficult time. “After deep thought and a lot of prayer, I’ve made the decision to move forward with a divorce,” she stated. “This is a difficult and emotional time, but my focus remains on protecting my peace, being the best mother I can be, and co-parenting with love and respect.”
The emotional toll of the divorce has been evident in Burruss’s recent public appearances and social media activity. During an Amazon Live broadcast on November 24, she candidly shared her struggles, admitting that the divorce had been “brewing for a while.” She described her emotional state as “up and down,” acknowledging the complexity of navigating her feelings while engaging with her work and social life.
Adding a personal touch, the soundtrack of her recent Instagram post featured lyrics from an old song she penned, which resonated with her current feelings: “Can’t keep running away, keep running away, from all the pain.” This poignant connection to her past highlights the depth of her emotional journey.
Burruss also provided updates on her family dynamics, noting that Tucker had joined them for Thanksgiving celebrations but was not present for the family photo. This reflects their ongoing co-parenting efforts amidst the divorce proceedings.
As the custody battle intensifies, all eyes are on Burruss and Tucker to see how they navigate this challenging chapter. Fans and supporters are rallying around Burruss, offering their strength during this tumultuous period.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
