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Toni Braxton and Birdman’s Secret Marriage and Quick Split

Toni Braxton and Birdman have reportedly been married for the past eight months, though their union appears to be short-lived, as indicated by a recent report from TMZ.

According to court documents cited by TMZ, the couple tied the knot on August 8, 2024. Just two weeks later, Braxton filed for divorce, stating their separation date as August 10, 2024, which is merely two days after their wedding.

In the divorce filings, the couple is referred to only by their initials, “T.B.” for Toni Braxton and “B.W.” for Birdman (real name Bryan Christopher Williams). Braxton, along with her attorney, noted in the documents that the marriage was “irretrievably broken.”

Later, in January, Braxton took steps to dismiss the divorce petition, a move that Birdman reportedly supported.

As of now, representatives for both Braxton and Birdman have not responded to requests for comments on the situation.

Background on Their Relationship

Braxton and Birdman began their relationship in 2016, and throughout this period, Birdman provided support to Braxton as she managed her health struggles related to Lupus. In a 2018 interview with PEOPLE, Braxton expressed her surprise at how their longtime friendship blossomed into romance, remarking, “I never thought we would be dating or getting married.”

In February 2018, the couple announced their engagement after two years of dating, which Braxton gleefully revealed during a trailer for the new season of her reality series Braxton Family Values. She showcased a custom canary diamond ring designed by Birdman, announcing, “I’m engaged!”

However, by early 2019, the couple publicly stated they no longer intended to marry. They deleted posts from their social media accounts and unfollowed each other, sparking speculation about their relationship status.

Following a period of silence, Birdman conveyed “It’s over” on his Instagram Story. Braxton countered with a reflective post that encouraged new beginnings, hinting at a personal transformation.

Recent Developments and Speculations

Despite the turbulence in their relationship, there were moments that suggested potential reconciliation, such as their appearance together on stage during Braxton’s concert in Atlanta. However, in December 2023, Braxton publicly denied rumors of marriage, stating they were both single.

Riding the wave of public speculation, Braxton quashed claims of a secret wedding by labeling it “FAKENEWS” over a screenshot of an article suggesting they had married privately in Mexico. She confirmed on Instagram, “My dear friend @birdman and I are not married…never been married. We are both single.”

As of now, it remains to be seen how this relationship will evolve following these recent events.

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