Kevin Gates Ex Wife Alleges Financial Hardship for Family
Dreka Gates, the estranged wife of rapper Kevin Gates, is seeking substantial financial support amid claims of fiscal neglect. In legal documents, Dreka has accused Gates of undermining their family’s financial stability since 2021.
Allegations of Financial Hardship
Dreka, who married Gates in 2015, alleges that he stopped covering essential expenses, including property taxes and private school tuition for their two children. The couple shares Islah, 12, and Khaza, 11, named after Gates’ debut and third albums.
Financial Demands
In her appeal, Dreka is requesting:
- $27,193 per month in child support
- $46,274 per month in spousal support
These demands come as Dreka faces a looming foreclosure on her family farm in Mississippi, following a $7 million notice filed by the IRS.
Gates’ Lavish Lifestyle
Despite these financial struggles, Dreka points to Gates’ extravagant lifestyle, citing his purchase of eighteen luxury vehicles and a $4.7 million home in Calabasas as evidence of his financial negligence.
Divorce Proceedings and Legal Status
Dreka filed for divorce in July, shortly after reports surfaced that Gates had entered a brief, “spiritual” marriage with media personality Brittany Renner. This relationship lasted only 52 days before they separated.
Gates has denied the legal status of his marriage to Dreka, describing her claims as “factually baseless.” Meanwhile, she is seeking to become the primary guardian of their children amidst the ongoing legal proceedings.
Reflections on Relationships
Renner, following her split from Gates, expressed her feelings about relationships and commitment in a recent interview. She noted the importance of giving one’s all in a relationship to achieve peace, regardless of the outcome.
The ongoing legal battles and the complaints of financial hardship highlight a significant chapter in the lives of both Dreka and Kevin Gates, with implications for their family as they navigate their future.
