Beyonce's mother Tina Knowles-Lawson files for divorce from Richard Lawson after eight years of marriage. See what happened

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Beyonce's mother, has filed for divorce from actor Richard Lawson in Los Angeles, citing «irreconcilable differences» as the reason for their split. Knowles-Lawson seeks to terminate spousal support and revert to her maiden name, Celestine Knowles. After eight years of marriage, Tina Knowles-Lawson and Richard Lawson are parting ways, as reported in court documents.

The divorce filing was made in Los Angeles, with the date of separation noted as Tuesday, one day before the filing. The renowned fashion designer has cited «irreconcilable differences» as the cause of their divorce. In her court filing, Knowles-Lawson requested that neither party be awarded spousal support and she desires to have her name legally changed back to Celestine Knowles.

Tina Knowles-Lawson and Richard Lawson tied the knot in April 2015, following a two-year courtship. However, their connection goes back decades, having known each other for an extended period before their romance blossomed. This was not the first marriage for either person.

Prior to her relationship with Richard Lawson, Tina Knowles-Lawson was married to Mathew Knowles from 1980 to 2011. During their marriage, they welcomed two daughters, Beyoncé and Solange. Similarly, Richard Lawson had a previous marriage to Denise Gordy, which lasted from 1978 to 1989.