In a surprising twist that captivated fans, iconic R&B singer Toni Braxton and hip-hop mogul Birdman reportedly tied the knot in a private ceremony in early 2024—only to separate just days later.
While rumors of a secret wedding between the two longtime collaborators had circulated for months, confirmation seemed to come in early January when sources close to the couple claimed the pair had made it official in Atlanta. But just as fans began celebrating the long-anticipated union, reports surfaced that Braxton had filed for divorce less than a week later.
A Relationship Built on Years of History
Braxton, 56, and Birdman, 55—real name Bryan Williams—have shared a complicated and often private relationship since going public in 2016. Their connection began as a friendship more than a decade prior, eventually growing into a romantic bond. In 2018, the couple announced their engagement, but it was later called off in 2019.
“We’re good,” Braxton told Wendy Williams during an appearance that same year. “We’ve been friends for a long time, and that’s what people don’t know.”
Although the engagement was canceled, the two continued to be spotted together at events and on each other’s social media feeds, prompting ongoing speculation about their relationship status. In late 2023, Braxton even shared a now-deleted photo of herself and Birdman kissing—fueling rumors of reconciliation.
Public Denial and Divorce Filing
Despite whispers of a rekindled romance and alleged marriage, Braxton publicly denied the marriage rumors via Instagram on January 1, 2024. She posted a screenshot of a headline claiming they were wed, with the caption: “My dear friend @birdman and I are not married… never been married. We are both single. #FAKENEWS.”
Although Braxton filed for divorce days after the wedding in 2024, she had a change of heart months down the line, dissmissing the divorce petition in Januray 2025.
Fans remain divided. Some support Braxton’s need for privacy, while others feel misled. As of now, Birdman has remained silent.
Whether it was a short-lived attempt at love or simply miscommunication, the Braxton-Birdman saga continues to keep audiences guessing.