Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker have shared that they are ending their marriage after 11 years together. They have been a couple for nearly 15 years, and their relationship has been followed closely by fans around the world. Kandi is a well-known part of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, and Todd works as a television producer. Their blended family includes four children they raised with care and love. News of their separation was first reported by TMZ, and the story was also covered by E! Online, Us Weekly, and Bravo TV.
Kandi explained that this is a sad and heavy moment for her, but she wants to stay focused on being the best mother she can be. She also said she plans to work with Todd to take care of their children with respect. Todd and Kandi both shared that there was no dramatic event behind the separation—they simply grew apart over time.
How Their Relationship Began?
Kandi became famous for her work in music and for her long time on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Todd worked on the production team for the same show. According to Us Weekly and Bravo TV, they first met in 2011 while filming. They became friends quickly and later developed strong feelings for each other. After dating for a few years, Todd asked Kandi to marry him.
They were married on April 4, 2014, in a beautiful celebration at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta. Their wedding had a creative “Coming to America” theme inspired by one of Kandi’s favorite movies. Photos and details from the day were shared by Bravo TV, Inside Weddings, and other outlets that highlighted the joy and excitement of the occasion. The wedding became one of the most memorable moments shown in Kandi’s time on reality TV.
Their Family Together
Kandi and Todd built a warm, blended family with four children. Kandi has an older daughter, Riley, who is now 21 and studying in New York City. Todd’s daughter Kaela is 27 and also lives in New York. Together, Kandi and Todd welcomed two children. Their son Ace was born on January 6, 2016, and he now enjoys sharing videos about toys on his YouTube channel. Their youngest child, Blaze, was born on November 22, 2019, through surrogacy. This was discussed in reports from AJC and Bravo TV. She is now almost 6 years old.
Their home life was often shared with fans through social media and television. They spent many years blending their families, celebrating birthdays, creating traditions, and trying to give all their children the same love and attention.
When They Shared the News?
For a long time, the couple kept the details of their relationship problems private. But fans online began to notice small changes. In November 2025, Kandi decided to publicly announce that she and Todd had separated. She explained that the decision came after a lot of thought and prayer. Reports from TMZ, E! Online, and Bravo TV confirmed that Kandi said the two had actually been apart for several months before she told the public.
Kandi said she wanted to protect her peace while still being a strong parent. She also made it clear that she and Todd planned to continue working together to raise their children. They both agreed that there was no major fight behind the separation. Instead, they had simply grown in different directions over the years.
Kandi’s Big Award Before the Announcement
Just days before Kandi shared the divorce news, she received one of the biggest awards of her career. At BravoCon on November 15, 2025, she was honored with the “Wifetime Achievement Award” for being on The Real Housewives of Atlanta for 14 seasons. According to Accio, Us Weekly, and Bravo TV, this made her the longest-running cast member on the show.
During her speech, Kandi thanked Todd for supporting her during the hard times that come with being on reality TV. She mentioned how he stood by her through rumors, criticism, and stressful moments. Todd later posted a message online saying how proud he was of her achievements, showing that the two still care for each other even as they end their marriage.
Her Time on The Real Housewives of Atlanta
Kandi’s journey on the show helped shape her public life in many ways. For 14 seasons, viewers watched her handle family life, work responsibilities, friendships, and conflicts. Reports from Bravo TV, Accio, and Us Weekly noted that she brought honesty and strength to the series, which helped build a strong connection with fans. Her years on the show also opened doors for many other projects and helped grow her career outside reality TV.
What Comes Next for Kandi?
Even though her separation from Todd is difficult, Kandi is focused on her next steps. She is preparing to join the Broadway show & Juliet in December 2025. This new opportunity was shared by Us Weekly, and it marks another major moment in her career. Kandi plans to continue raising her children, working on her goals, and building a positive future. Todd will remain an active part of the children’s lives, and both parents say they will support each other as co-parents.
Moving Forward
Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker’s decision to divorce marks a big change in their lives. But through their statements and the reports from TMZ, E! Online, Us Weekly, and Bravo TV, it is clear that they want to move forward with respect and teamwork. Their main focus is keeping their children healthy, happy, and supported as their family adjusts to this new chapter.
