The RHOA Husband Curse: Shocking Status Updates On The Men Of The Real Housewives Of Atlanta (2025)
The landscape of love in the A is crumbling. As of late 2025, the men of The Real Housewives of Atlanta (RHOA) are dominating headlines, but not for romantic reasons; instead, the most influential couples on the show are facing shocking splits, legal crises, and dramatic new beginnings. This season has proven that the "Housewives Husband Curse" is alive and well, with two of the franchise's most prominent marriages collapsing and a former husband facing a dramatic immigration battle, confirming that life off-camera is often more tumultuous than the on-screen drama. This is the definitive, up-to-the-minute status report on the men who tried to keep up with the queens of Atlanta.
The latest updates from the Season 16 cast and beyond reveal a dramatic shift in the cast's relationship dynamics, with long-standing relationships dissolving and the men themselves becoming the focus of the biggest controversies. From successful producers to former NFL champions, these husbands and ex-husbands are navigating a new reality in the public eye, proving that the pressures of reality television have a devastatingly high toll on marriage.
The Current Roster of RHOA Husbands & Ex-Husbands: Biography and 2025 Status
The men featured on The Real Housewives of Atlanta are often successful in their own right, bringing various professional backgrounds to the show. Here is a look at the most prominent partners and their current, explosive status.
- Todd Tucker (Ex-Husband of Kandi Burruss)
- Born: August 4, 1973 (Bronx, New York City)
- Profession: Television Producer, Production Manager, Writer, Composer. Known for his work on shows like *Run's House* before joining RHOA. He and Kandi were a major force in the Atlanta restaurant and entertainment scene.
- 2025 Status: Separated/Divorcing. Kandi Burruss confirmed she filed for divorce in November 2025 after 11 years of marriage, making this one of the most surprising splits in franchise history. The divorce proceedings are reportedly escalating, with rumors about Todd having a baby with a "secret girlfriend" adding fuel to the fire.
- Ralph Pittman Jr. (Ex-Husband of Drew Sidora)
- Born: Circa 1988
- Profession: Entrepreneur and IT Consultant. He runs his own business, My Mind, focusing on technology and mental wellness.
- 2025 Status: Divorcing. Drew Sidora filed for divorce in March 2024, citing a "cycle of emotional abuse." The contentious split was captured on Season 15, and as of BravoCon 2025, Drew revealed that Ralph was still living in their home's "lower-level penthouse," suggesting the separation is ongoing and potentially awkward.
- Aaron Ross (Husband of Sanya Richards-Ross)
- Born: September 15, 1982 (San Antonio, Texas)
- Profession: Former Professional Football Player (Cornerback). He was a first-round pick by the New York Giants in the 2007 NFL Draft and is a two-time Super Bowl champion.
- 2025 Status: Thriving. Aaron and Sanya Richards-Ross are one of the few RHOA couples to share positive news, as they recently welcomed their third child, a baby boy, in February 2025. Their family life remains a beacon of stability amidst the cast's turmoil.
- Simon Guobadia (Estranged Husband of Porsha Williams)
- Born: Circa 1964 (Nigeria)
- Profession: Entrepreneur, restaurant owner, and investor.
- 2025 Status: Detained by ICE. After Porsha filed for divorce, Simon Guobadia, a Nigerian citizen, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin, Georgia, following a failed citizenship bid. Reports indicate he was released and deported, with Porsha claiming to have paid his child support, making this the most explosive off-screen husband drama of the year.
The Kandi & Todd Split: A Reality TV Power Couple Crumbles
The separation of Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker is arguably the most significant RHOA relationship update of late 2025. Their journey began on the show, where Todd worked as a line producer, and their love story, culminating in a 2014 wedding, was a central storyline for several seasons. They built a joint empire, including the Old Lady Gang (OLG) restaurant franchise and other business ventures, making them a true Atlanta power couple.
The announcement that Kandi had filed for divorce in November 2025 sent shockwaves through the Bravo community. Their marriage had long been plagued by tensions over their demanding careers, Kandi’s mother "Mama Joyce’s" disapproval, and frequent tabloid scrutiny. However, the recent rumors circulating about Todd possibly having a child with another woman have intensified the media frenzy, suggesting the divorce proceedings will be far from amicable and could be a major focus for the upcoming Season 16 of RHOA. The end of this 11-year union marks a symbolic shift, as the show loses one of its most enduring, albeit complicated, couples.
Legal Battles and Immigration Nightmares: Simon Guobadia's Shocking Detention
While Kandi and Todd’s divorce is a personal tragedy, the situation involving Porsha Williams’ estranged husband, Simon Guobadia, has turned into a major legal and immigration scandal. Porsha, who is returning for Season 16, filed for divorce from the Nigerian-born entrepreneur earlier in the year.
The drama reached a fever pitch when it was confirmed that Simon was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). His detention at the Stewart Detention Center was reportedly a consequence of a failed attempt to secure U.S. citizenship. Further complicating the matter, Porsha revealed that she had been paying Simon’s child support obligations, adding another layer of complexity and financial entanglement to their messy split. The combination of a high-profile divorce and a dramatic immigration battle has firmly placed Simon at the center of the RHOA conversation, despite Porsha's initial attempt to keep their divorce private.
The RHOA Husband Curse: Why Atlanta Marriages Fail
The sheer number of high-profile divorces in the Atlanta franchise—including NeNe Leakes and Gregg Leakes (before his passing), Cynthia Bailey and Peter Thomas, Phaedra Parks and Apollo Nida, and now Kandi and Drew—has led to widespread discussion of the "RHOA Husband Curse."
Statistics show that the pressure of the reality TV spotlight is immense. Across the entire *Real Housewives* franchise, the divorce rate is reported to be significantly higher than the national average, with some analyses suggesting it is over 51% across all locations, and in some cases, double the US national average. The reasons are multifaceted:
- Increased Scrutiny: Every argument, financial decision, and questionable text message is scrutinized by the public and co-stars.
- Shifting Power Dynamics: The wives often become significantly more famous and financially successful than their husbands, leading to resentment and a shift in the traditional marital balance.
- The "Housewife" Lifestyle: The demands of filming, traveling, and maintaining a public persona often leave little room for private, nurturing marital life.
The latest splits involving Todd Tucker and Ralph Pittman Jr. only reinforce this trend, as both men struggled with their roles in the shadow of their powerful wives. Ralph’s tendency to "gaslight" Drew and Todd’s ongoing arguments with Kandi about business and family balance were constant themes that eventually led to their demise.
The Future of RHOA Husbands in Season 16 and Beyond
With the return of Porsha Williams and Phaedra Parks for Season 16, the husband dynamic is set for a major shake-up. While Drew Sidora and Kandi Burruss will be navigating life as newly single women, other partners are stepping into the spotlight.
Aaron Ross remains the gold standard, with his and Sanya Richards-Ross's family expanding and their relationship weathering the reality TV storm. Meanwhile, new cast members like Shamea Morton Mwangi and her husband, Gerald Mwangi, will be under the microscope, as will the partners of new additions Kelli Ferrell and Angela Oakley. The inclusion of Shamea, a long-time "friend of," and her husband, an entrepreneur, indicates a potential return to the focus on successful, stable Atlanta couples, perhaps as a counter-narrative to the current wave of divorces.
Ultimately, the men of RHOA have become as central to the show's drama as the women themselves. The shocking 2025 updates—from the end of the Kandi-Todd era to Simon Guobadia's unexpected deportation—guarantee that the upcoming season will be less about lavish parties and more about the raw, painful reality of high-profile marriage breakdowns in the public eye. The only question now is: which husband will be next to fall victim to the curse?
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