Kandi Burruss, the renowned singer-songwriter and former star of *The Real Housewives of Atlanta*, has publicly shared her emotional turmoil amid her ongoing divorce from Todd Tucker. The couple, who married in 2011, confirmed their separation on November 21, 2023, after 11 years of marriage. Burruss, 49, expressed her feelings through a heartfelt post on Instagram, revealing the internal struggles she has faced during this challenging time.
In her December 3 Instagram Reel, Burruss shared a montage of joyful moments with family and friends, but her caption told a different story. She wrote, “This is what I look like when I’m going through something. I show up for my family, I show up for my friends, I show up to handle my business, & I show up with a smile all while on the inside I’m emotionally broken.” Burruss emphasized that while she appeared composed in public, she was grappling with significant emotional pain that many around her were unaware of.
Burruss articulated her coping mechanism, stating, “This is not being fake. This is just how I deal with things. I internalize and deal with it alone.” She concluded her post with a poignant reminder to check on those who seem strong, noting, “I am the poster child for the saying ‘check on your strong friend because you never know what they are going through.’” The accompanying soundtrack featured a song she wrote years ago, with lyrics that resonate with her current feelings of pain and distress.
In a statement to *Us Weekly*, Burruss confirmed the couple’s decision to part ways, highlighting the emotional difficulty of the situation. She noted, “After deep thought and a lot of prayer, I’ve made the decision to move forward with a divorce. 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.”
Burruss filed for divorce on the same day she announced their separation, and subsequent developments in the custody battle for their two children, Ace, 9, and Blaze, 6, have since unfolded. Initially seeking joint custody, Burruss later shifted her request to sole custody after Tucker, 52, filed for primary custody on November 26, 2023.
Addressing her audience during an Amazon Live broadcast on November 24, Burruss shared that the decision to divorce had been “brewing for a while.” She candidly described her emotional state, saying, “I’m gonna be very honest with you, I am up and down. Obviously, going through a divorce is definitely not the easiest thing.”
Despite the difficulties, Burruss continues to engage with her family. She documented her Thanksgiving celebrations on Instagram, mentioning that Tucker joined them for the meal, though he was not present for the photos.
As Burruss navigates this transition, she has expressed gratitude for the support she has received over the years. She has asked for privacy and understanding as she focuses on her personal growth and her family. The journey ahead may be challenging, but Burruss remains determined to prioritize her well-being and that of her children during this significant life change.