As we previously reported, Teyana Taylor decided to end her seven year marriage with Iman Shumpert. The shocking news was revealed Wednesday night in an exclusive report by TMZ that the singer secretly filed for a divorce earlier this year.
In the legal documents obtained by the news outlet Teyana detailed some of the things that went on during their marriage. In the filing she says her ex-husband was jealous of her career. She also added that Shumpert would get mad sometimes when they attend public events and photographers would only want a picture of Teyana. Along with that, the “You’re Gonna Love Me’ singer, detailed how he was allegedly insecure about being her man.
Teyana stated that she initially wanted to keep the divorce private, using initials in the filing, but Shumpert’s recent filing included full names, bringing the situation into the public eye.
According to Taylor, Shumpert sent her negative text messages after the public spotlight intensified, displaying condescending and manipulative language.
She claims that he was “treating her cruelly and displaying extreme narcissistic behavior throughout the majority of their marriage.”
Taylor alleges emotional and mental abuse, stating that she tried to dim her light for the sake of their marriage but eventually found herself being manipulated and controlled.
Then she also claims Shumpert was involved in multiple cheating scandals, citing a DUI arrest, a weed possession arrest, and a hit-and-run incident.
Taylor announced their separation in September, clarifying that “infidelity” wasn’t a reason for their departure. She now seeks temporary and permanent primary physical custody of their two children, joint legal custody, and child support, stating that Shumpert left the family home in October and hasn’t spent significant time with their kids since then.
After the news hit the internet, Iman Shumpert seemingly reacted to the news by posting a photo of Joe Budden when he was in the pool staring at his phone. Now in a new update, Shumpert’s lawyer released a statement to TMZ and shared, “Mr. Shumpert hopes parties and counsel can work toward a fair resolution, keeping the best interests of the children of paramount concern.”