The legal proceedings surrounding Kevin Gates’ divorce from his estranged wife, Dreka, are heating up. After officially filing for divorce in July citing “irreconcilable differences” after nine years of marriage, Dreka is now demanding a substantial amount in monthly support for herself and their children.
A Demand for Over $70,000 Monthly
According to reports, Dreka is seeking over $70,000 per month in combined spousal and child support. Specifically, she’s asking for more than $27,000 for child support and over $46,000 for spousal support. This significant request comes amid allegations that Kevin Gates began to undermine the family’s financial stability as early as 2021.
The filings detail claims that Gates allegedly stopped covering essential expenses like property taxes and private school tuition for their children. Adding to the financial strain, their farm in Mississippi is reportedly facing foreclosure due to a substantial $7 million tax levy from the IRS. This situation paints a stark picture of the financial disputes at the heart of their separation.
Legal Battles and Marriage Claims
Adding another layer to the legal drama, Kevin Gates is reportedly arguing that he and Dreka were never legally married. This claim has been met with strong opposition from Dreka’s legal team, who have called it “factually baseless.” The validity of their marriage could become a key point in the ongoing proceedings.
This isn’t the only recent marital turbulence for Kevin Gates. He also went through a brief marriage and subsequent divorce from Brittany Renner earlier this year. Renner shared details of their short-lived union, noting the Islamic waiting period and her focus on self-care post-divorce.
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