Kandi Burruss Pays $426K in Divorce Settlement with Todd Tucker

The 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' star and her ex-husband divide assets, custody, and media rights for their children.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:05pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered, sparkling glass fragments against a dark background, conceptually representing the glamour and drama of celebrity divorces.The glittering aftermath of a high-profile celebrity divorce settlement reflects the complex emotions and legal battles that often accompany the end of a public relationship.Atlanta Today

Kandi Burruss, the former 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' star and Xscape singer, has finalized her divorce from TV producer Todd Tucker after 11 years of marriage. The high-profile couple, who met and married on the Bravo reality show, agreed to split their assets evenly, including a $426,388.77 payout from Burruss to Tucker. They also reached a 50/50 joint custody agreement for their two children and set guidelines for the kids' participation in any future media projects.

Why it matters

Burruss and Tucker's divorce highlights the unique challenges faced by reality TV couples whose relationships play out in the public eye. Their prenuptial agreement and custody arrangements set an example for how high-profile divorces can be navigated with cooperation and respect, even when there are initial disputes over the enforceability of the prenup.

The details

Despite initial disagreements over the prenup, Burruss and Tucker ultimately agreed to split their assets evenly, including the buyout payment from Burruss to Tucker. They also divided up shared assets like their food truck business, cars, credit card points, and Atlanta Hawks season tickets. No spousal or child support was reported in the final settlement.

  • Burruss and Tucker reached a final divorce settlement on March 11, 2026.
  • Burruss filed an amended divorce petition on December 1, 2025 in response to Tucker's claims about the prenup.
  • Burruss and Tucker's wedding was featured on the 2014 Bravo spin-off series 'Kandi's Wedding'.

The players

Kandi Burruss

Former star of 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' and Xscape vocalist and songwriter who finalized her divorce from Todd Tucker.

Todd Tucker

TV producer who was married to Kandi Burruss and received a $426,388.77 payout as part of their divorce settlement.

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What they’re saying

“If we do not come to terms, they feel that they have a way to contest it.”

— Kandi Burruss

What’s next

Burruss and Tucker have agreed to submit a final judgment, parenting plan, child support addendum, and child support worksheet to the court by March 20, 2026 to formalize their 50/50 joint custody agreement for their two children.

The takeaway

Burruss and Tucker's high-profile divorce shows that even reality TV couples can navigate the end of their marriage with cooperation and respect, prioritizing the well-being of their children over drawn-out legal battles. Their case sets an example for how prenuptial agreements and custody arrangements can be handled amicably, even when there are initial disputes.