Kandi Burruss speaks out after submitting for divorce from Todd Tucker.

As previously reported, after 11 years collectively, former Real Housewives of Atlanta, star Kandi Burruss and producer Todd Tucker have formally known as it quits.

The couple, who married in April 2014, confirmed their break up following months of quiet hypothesis from followers. According to Burruss, the choice was not made frivolously. In an announcement, she says, “after deep thought and a lot of prayer, I’ve made the decision to move forward with a divorce. This is a difficult and emotional time, but my focus remains on protecting my peace, being the best mother I can be, and co-parenting with love and respect.”

“I’m stepping into a new chapter pouring into my work, my family, and my own growth. I’m grateful to everyone who supported us throughout the years, and I ask for privacy, grace, and understanding as we navigate this transition with our family.”

Kandi says though she’d relatively preserve this matter personal, she might be discussing it on her podcast. “Life has been lifing me,” she says. “I filed for divorce on Friday and right now, it’s a pretty crazy time. This is something that has been brewing for a while. I’ve been going through it chile.”