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Akon Plans to Sell Hair Units: 'They Sell More Than Wigs'
The R&B and pop vocalist started wearing a hairpiece after noticing gradual hair loss.
Akon Says He Stopped Talking About Akon City Because It Became a 'Target'
He assures it's still in development.
Akon Reportedly Wants Spousal Support Terminated in Divorce Petition
According to new documents, the Senegalese-American hitmaker has filed a petition to contest giving spousal support to Tomeka Thiam, his wife of 29 years.
Akon Arrested in Georgia Over Suspended License Warrant, Quickly Released
The Grammy-nominated artist was taken into custody this week after police discovered an outstanding warrant related to a suspended license charge.
Akon’s Longtime Partner Tomeka Thiam Files for Divorce After Decades Together
Thiam cites irreconcilable differences in her split from Akon, asking for custody of their 17-year-old child.
Akon Says Crypto City Plans Are 'Under Attack' Amid Speculation: 'My Purpose Is to Develop Africa'
"[...] you’re gonna see a lot of misinformation on the internet.," Akon said of his Akon City project.
Akon’s Failed Crypto City to Become $1 Billion Tourism Hub
The singer bit off more than he could chew with his Senegal city, and now the land will be used to house hotels, apartments, a marina and more.
Akon Recalls His Brother Performing as Him and Pocketing the Money: 'Wouldn't Even Tell Me'
The artist said fans couldn't tell the difference between him and his brother Omar: "O was a straight gangsta about it."
Akon Says T-Pain Bought a $1.7 Million Bugatti to Outshine Him: ‘He Was Competing With Me’
“We would have real conversations. I'd be like, ‘Yeah, Pain. I don't think you need to buy that car," Akon recalled.
Akon Remembers That a Pre-Fame Lady Gaga Looked 'Straight From the '80s'
Akon talked about his history with the pop icon, who started her career on his label.
Akon Wants to Turn Entire Catalog Into Country Music
Akon said he's planned to remake his catalog in the country music style for the "last five years."
Akon Aims to Inspire With New Single "Akon's Beautiful Day"
2024 marks 20 years since Akon made his studio debut with 'Trouble,' featuring hits "Locked Up" and "Lonely."
Akon Talks 'Spiritual Shift' in Industry When Asked About Diddy Case: 'Mind Our Own Business'
Akon declined to get specific about the case when hit with a Diddy question from a paparazzo at LAX this week.
Akon Says He's Praying for Diddy Amid Sex Trafficking Allegations: 'Things Are Gonna Be Exposed'
Diddy's homes in Los Angeles and Miami were recently raided by law enforcement in connection with a federal sex trafficking case.
Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Announces Lineup Headlined by Usher, Lil Wayne, Janet Jackson, Backstreet Boys, and More (UPDATE)
The lineup includes an endless array of A-list artists, including Lil Wayne, Nas, Snoop Dogg, and Alicia Keys.
Nelly Responds to Fan Suggesting He Should Have a Child With Ashanti: 'I'm on It'
While a possible child with Nelly would be Ashanti's first, Nelly has two children with ex-girlfriend Channetta Valentine: Chanelle Haynes, 29, and Cornell Haynes III, 24.
Suge Knight's Son Defends Dad Following Podcast Debut, Akon Accusations: 'It's Messing Up Their Lie-Style'
The Death Row Records co-founder is currently behind bars serving a 28-year sentence for a 2015 fatal hit-and-run incident.
Akon Slams Suge Knight’s ‘Disgusting Claim’ He Sexually Assaulted Teens, Will File Defamation Lawsuit
In a statement shared with Complex, Akon denied accusations Suge made on a recent episode of his podcast.