Akon is a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, record producer, businessman, and philanthropist who gained notoriety in 2004 following the release of the song Locked Up off his self-titled debut album.
Akon Biography
| Real Name | Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badra Akon Thiam |
| Nickname | Akon |
| Profession | Singer, songwriter, record, producer, businessman, philanthropist |
| Date of Birth | 16 April 1973 |
| Age | 52 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Ethnicity | Senegalese-American |
| Religion | Islam |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | William L. Dickinson High School in Jersey City |
| College | Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia |
| Education Qualification | Graduated |
Akon Age
Akon was born on 16 April 1973 in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. He is 52 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Aries.
Akon Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Tomeka |
| Spouse/Wife | Tomeka Thiam |
| Children | 9 including – Alioune Thiam Jr., Jahvor Thiam, Tyler Thiam, Alioune Thiam III, Egypt Daoud Dean |
Akon Family
| Father’s Name | More Thiam (drummer, cultural historian entertainment consultant) |
| Mother’s Name | Kine Gueye Thiam |
| Brother’s Name | Bu Thiam |
| Sister’s Name | Khady Thiam |
Career
| Debut | Album – 2004: Trouble Acting – 2012: Black November |
Akon Albums
- 2004 – Trouble
- 2006 – Konvicted
- 2008 – Freedom
- 2019 – el Negreeto
- 2019 – Akonda
Akon Filmography
- 2012 – Black November
- 2014 – American Heist
- 2016 – Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
Akon Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 178 cm In meters – 1.78 m In feet & inches – 5’10” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 78 kg In pounds – 171 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Akon Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $50 million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $3-5 million |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Record sale, touring, endorsement, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Akon
- Akon was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, into a Muslim family.
- His mother is dancer Kine Gueye, and his father is Senegalese percussionist Mor. Thiam.
- He learned to play the drums, guitar, and djembe before he was seven and moved to Newark, New Jersey.
- His brother Abou Thiam is also a music producer.
- Akon has worked valiantly to protect his family from media attention.
- He faced criticism for his inappropriate sexual behavior with a teenage girl at a club in Trinidad and Tobago
- He was previously married to Tricia Ana and claimed to have six children with three different women.
- He collaborated with Michael Jackson last song, “Hold My Hand,” before his death.
- His signer “Lonely,” which was released in 2005, reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100.
- He has won ASCAP Award in different categories from 2007 to 2011.
- He runs an organization named ‘Konfidence’ for underprivileged children and also owns a diamond mine in South Africa.
- He is believed to have served three years in prison from 1999 to 2002 for his association with a car theft ring.
- During a concert in 2007, Akon threw a fifteen-year-old boy off the stage, for which he faced criminal charges.
- Akon has collaborated with famous music artists like Whitney Houston, Lionel Richie, and Gwen Stefani.
FAQ:
How old is Akon?
As of 2025, Akon is 52 years old.
What is Akon’s real name?
Singer Akon’s real name is Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badra Akon Thiam.
What is Akon’s net worth?
As of 2025, Akon’s estimated net worth is $50 million.
Who is Akon’s wife?
Akon was previously married to Tricia Ana.