Reality TV Star Kim Zolciak Faces Custody Battle With Ex Kroy Biermann

Biermann files for sole custody, claims Zolciak is 'wholly unavailable to parent' their 4 children

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:49pm

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Former NFL player Kroy Biermann has filed for sole custody of his four children with ex-wife Kim Zolciak, claiming she is 'wholly unavailable to parent' the kids. Biermann alleges Zolciak frequently leaves the country for extended periods, misses therapy sessions, and does not exercise her parenting time. Zolciak has denied the allegations, calling them 'completely false' and 'a deliberate attempt by Kroy to defame my character'.

Why it matters

This high-profile custody battle between a reality TV star and a former professional athlete highlights the challenges celebrity parents can face in maintaining stable home environments for their children, especially when their careers and lifestyles create significant time away from family responsibilities.

The details

In his latest court filing, Biermann is requesting an immediate change in custody to obtain sole physical custody and all decision-making authority over their four children - Kroy Jagger 'KJ' Jr., 14, Kash Kade, 13, and twins Kaia Rose and Kane Ren, 12. Biermann and Zolciak also parent Zolciak's two older daughters from a previous relationship, Brielle, 29, and Ariana, 24, whom Biermann adopted.

  • Biermann and Zolciak filed for divorce for the first time in April 2023, but called it off in July 2023.
  • Biermann filed for divorce again in August 2023, seeking sole physical custody and decision-making authority.
  • Biermann last filed for primary custody in August 2025, claiming Zolciak was a 'tormenter and abuser'.
  • Biermann's latest filing was made on Monday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Kroy Biermann

A former professional football player who is filing for sole custody of his four children with ex-wife Kim Zolciak.

Kim Zolciak

A reality TV star who is Biermann's ex-wife and the mother of their four children.

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What they’re saying

“These accusations are completely false and nothing more than a deliberate attempt by Kroy to defame my character. I spent five weeks away working on two TV shows to support my family and make sure my children are cared for—something I will never apologize for.”

— Kim Zolciak

“I refuse to be bullied or have lies twisted into a narrative about who I am. I will not stay silent, the truth is on my side, and it will come to light—no matter how hard anyone tries to bury it.”

— Kim Zolciak

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on whether to grant Kroy Biermann's request for sole custody of the four children.

The takeaway

This high-profile custody battle highlights the challenges celebrity parents can face in maintaining stable home environments for their children, especially when their careers and lifestyles create significant time away from family responsibilities.