The divorce proceedings between singer and actress Teyana Taylor and former NBA star Iman Shumpert are heating up with a series of accusations. Taylor, a Harlem-born artist, claims in recently surfaced legal documents that Shumpert engages in substance abuse while supposed to be taking care of their two minor children.
Key Takeaways:
– Teyana Taylor accuses Iman Shumpert of irresponsible behavior with their children.
– Allegations include marijuana use while in care of their kids and neglecting to feed them.
– Taylor cites Shumpert’s clear disregard for the children’s safety in legal documents.
– The singer claims that infidelity did not influence their split but has accused Shumpert of emotional and mental abuse.
– Taylor filed legal documents last year declaring their union “irretrievably broken.”
Substance Abuse and Neglect Accusations
According to documents obtained by TMZ, Taylor alleges that her soon-to-be ex-husband frequently smokes marijuana and is under the influence while entrusted with the care of their daughters, seven-year-old Junie and three-year-old Rue. The documents also point towards instances where Shumpert overlooked the dietary needs of their children.
Disregard for Safety
The “Gonna Love Me” singer raises serious concerns over Shumpert’s reckless behavior which she believes endangers their children. Taking one incident as an example, Taylor mentions that Shumpert hired a rideshare service to transport their children unattended all the way to Chicago’s United Center, opting himself for a private car service.
Allegations of Infidelity and Emotional Abuse
Furthermore, Taylor’s previous divorce documents referenced by TMZ back in November detailed allegations of emotional and mental abuse against Shumpert. The former Knicks and Nets player was also implicated in multiple cheating scandals by his estranged spouse.
Contradictorily, on announcing their separation via Instagram on September 17, Taylor affirmed that infidelity was not the reason behind their split. She reassured her followers that they remain the best of friends, good business partners, and effective co-parents to their children.
Irretrievable Breakdown of Marriage
Taylor is reported to have secretly filed legal documents in Georgia in January 2021, citing that the marriage with Shumpert has been “irretrievably broken.” Even such a strong statement paints a stark contrast to their public display of affection in VH1’s reality TV series “We Got Love: Teyana & Iman” aired in 2021.
Long Term Relationship Turns Sour
Taylor and Shumpert had been dating for several years before they tied the knot in 2016. This sudden revelation of their personal disputes marks a dismal turn of events from their affectionate relationship depicted in public and on their reality TV show.
In conclusion, Teyana Taylor’s divorce allegations against Iman Shumpert not only points towards serious parenting issues but also draws attention to the seeming disparity between their public image and private reality. As the legal battle wages on, it remains to be seen how these allegations will influence the final outcome of their divorce proceedings. It appears a challenging time for both parties who were once thought of as an exemplar couple in the limelight.
Source: [NYDailyNews]