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Porsha Williams says she paid Simon Guobadia's child support during ICE detainment

Porsha Williams says she paid Simon Guobadia's child support during ICE detainment

Express Tribune16-06-2025
Reality TV star Porsha Williams has claimed she financially supported her estranged husband Simon Guobadia while he was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) earlier this year.
In newly leaked audio from their divorce proceedings, The Real Housewives of Atlanta alum can be heard saying she paid Guobadia's child support and household expenses during his time in custody.
'Yes, I paid his child support for his two sons. I also paid maintenance for the house—outside of utilities,' Williams said in audio shared by Vibe. 'I really got concerned, being that Simon was still detained… I'm still married to him at the end of the day.'
Guobadia was detained by ICE in February 2025 and held for four months before being deported to Nigeria. Despite the circumstances, he recently told Us Weekly he holds no resentment toward Donald Trump or his immigration policies, even expressing admiration for the former president's leadership style.
Williams and Guobadia were married for just over a year. Their prenup agreement reportedly includes monthly alimony, property division, and coverage of legal fees.
This latest development adds further tension to their high-profile split, with fans closely watching how the divorce unfolds both legally and publicly.
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