Porsha Williams Files for Divorce from Simon Guobadia After 15 Months of Marriage

Porsha Williams and Simon Guobadia's whirlwind romance, which culminated in marriage just over a year ago, has sadly reached its end. The former Real Housewives of Atlanta star filed for divorce from Guobadia in Atlanta, as confirmed by court documents obtained by PEOPLE.

Speculation has swirled regarding the reasons behind their split, with online rumors touching on Guobadia's citizenship status. However, a source close to the couple has clarified that the divorce proceedings are "unrelated to recent allegations involving Simon's past." The exact cause of their separation remains a private matter, according to an insider.

Their union, sealed in a November 2022 Nigerian traditional ceremony followed by an American celebration in Atlanta, was marked by public declarations of love and commitment. Williams, 42, and Guobadia, 59, had announced their engagement just a month after commencing their relationship, emphasizing their shared happiness and compatibility.

Despite their promising start, the couple's journey has taken an unexpected turn. Williams, a mother to four-year-old daughter Pilar from a previous relationship, recently announced her return to The Real Housewives of Atlanta for its sixteenth season, alongside a lucrative overall scripted deal with NBCUniversal. Her statement expressed gratitude for the trust and opportunities extended to her by NBCUniversal, signaling her excitement to showcase her new ventures to the world.

Williams' tenure on RHOA has been notable since her debut in its fifth season, though she temporarily departed in season 13. Alongside Guobadia, she appeared on the Real Housewives spinoff Porsha's Family Matters in 2021. Additionally, she participated in the third season of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip, aired last year.

As the legal proceedings unfold, fans and followers await further developments in the personal and professional lives of Porsha Williams and Simon Guobadia. While their marriage may be ending, both individuals are poised to continue making waves in the realms of reality television and beyond.