RHOA alum Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker split after 11 years of marriage

Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker are going their separate ways after 11 years of marriage.

“After deep thought and a lot of prayer, I’ve made the decision to move forward with a divorce. This is a difficult and emotional time, but my focus remains on protecting my peace, being the best mother I can be, and co-parenting with love and respect,” Burruss told PEOPLE in an exclusive statement.

“I’m stepping into a new chapter pouring into my work, my family, and my own growth. I’m grateful to everyone who supported us throughout the years, and I ask for privacy, grace, and understanding as we navigate this transition with our family.”

Burruss, 49, and her producer husband Tucker, 52, met while filming the fourth season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta in 2011 and announced their engagement in January 2013. They tied the knot the following year in April.

The couple share two children – son Ace, 9, and daughter Blaze, 5. Both also have children from previous relationships: Burruss’ daughter Riley, 23, and Tucker’s daughter Kaela, 29.

In October 2022, Burruss told PEOPLE the secret to their happy marriage was “just great communication and having fun together.”

“We have a real understanding of each other,” she added.

In October 2022, Burruss told PEOPLE the secret to their happy marriage was “just great communication and having fun together.”

“We have a real understanding of each other,” she added.