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Update: On Friday, August 28, Black Voices received the following statement issued by B.J. Berstein, Tameka Foster Raymond's divorce attorney: "The case is still pending and not final."
Singer Usher Raymond is officially back to being a bachelor.
BV Buzz has learned that the 30-year-old singer's divorce from his wife, Tameka Foster, has been finalized and an agreement was reached in a pre-court settlement.
The camps aren't talking now – likely preparing to give an exclusive to a media outlet like People magazine – but I hear an official announcement should drop soon.
A rep for the singer did not answer a detailed request for comment.
Foster's publicist refuses to issue any statements to BV Buzz.
"In the future, please don't bother us again for direct quotes or responses from Tameka," a one-named flack identified only as Melody e-mailed last week.
Usher is in Paris celebrating the end of the two-year marriage.
On June 11, this column reported that the singer had filed for divorce. Read 'End of the Road: Reports Say Usher Files for Divorce.'
The 'Confessions' singer and his 40-something ex-wife have two children: Usher Raymond V, 20 months, and Naviyd, 8 months.
Fo
ster has three children from previous relationships.
Sources close the couple tell me that the divorce settlement was "real simple."
"She only got what the prenuptial agreement said she would," the source told me, before adding: "There was no big payday, but Usher is taking great care of his kids."
As previously reported, Usher had been separated from Foster for the last year of their marriage.
Before the Grammy winner announced he was filing for divorce, online sites had photos of him allegedly on a date with Def Jam Records executive Grace Miguel.
Usher, who is currently featured on the covers of both Uptown and Vegas magazines, will release a new album this fall called 'Monster.'
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Read also: 'Book Boosting: Did Usher's Ex-Wife Plagiarize Blog Entry For Huffington Post?'
& 'Twitter Talk: Tameka Foster Bashes Divorce Attorney.'
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Singer Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Michael Loccisano/FilmMagic.com..To license this image (15994388), contact FilmMagic.com
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Singer Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Michael Loccisano/FilmMagic.com..To license this image (15994373), contact FilmMagic.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993765), contact WireImage.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993764), contact WireImage.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993671), contact WireImage.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993670), contact WireImage.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993669), contact WireImage.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993631), contact WireImage.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993630), contact WireImage.com
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Usher performs during the 2008 NFL Kickoff at Columbus Circle on September 4, 2008 in New York City..2008 NFL Kickoff - Show.Columbus Circle.New York, NY United States.September 4, 2008.Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com..To license this image (15993607), contact WireImage.com
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By: chris on 8/25/2009 9:27AM
I wish them both the best. We will never know the full details, as it should be. Jawn, I was disappointed in your comments this morning. The tummy tuck comment was taking it a little too far. Take the high road next time. I always think that this is someone's mother or father. I love reading your coverage.
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By: Janetta on 8/25/2009 2:54PM
Jawn, I read all your articles about Usher's ex-wife, and it seems somehow you don't like the woman. LOL...I mean, I'm guessing some people don't, but you seem kind of crazy and unprofessional when you insert these little tidbits like insulting her publicity team and all that. Did she like, sleep with your man or something? Totally weird. But, I do enjoy the gossip, so keep spilling!
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By: butterfly2 on 8/26/2009 5:37PM
I agree with u totally, keep it comming, BUT!!!!!!!!
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By: Lisa on 8/25/2009 2:51PM
Everyone KNEW this wasn't gonna work out except him. I saw that she was a jealous, clingy type from jump street. Men always pick the wrong girl.
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By: ac77inc on 8/27/2009 9:54AM
Thank you!!
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By: mzwoods87 on 8/25/2009 2:58PM
I personally don't think he truly loved her to begin with. He might have on a superficial level but not deeply. Still I hope they stay strong and be civil for the children's sake.
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By: Uylanda Jones on 8/25/2009 3:11PM
I've always thought he was on the rebound from Chilli. I always thought that they should have been together. I hope the best Usher and Tamekia.
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By: butterfly2 on 8/26/2009 5:27PM
I'm with you, I feel some of these mother"s get in the way, That was their problem, from jump street. (Tha"s my boy, and he got money too, you gotta go past go first. hallah.
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By: Ellie on 8/25/2009 3:12PM
Every now and again, your Mom is right; he should have listened. It would have saved him a lot of grief. But, at least it appears that he is being a gentleman about the issue. Now if we could just get her to be quiet. Some things just weren't meant to be; it's just too bad people can't figure those things out before they add kids to the mix.
I wish them both well in the future.
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By: Tanya on 8/25/2009 3:20PM
Ellie, I couldn't have said it better. He should have listened to his Mom, but as a mother I know that my son needs to do things the hard way and find out for himself. Nothing teaches better than experience (even when it hurts). It really is too bad about the children, though. They are the ones that suffer in a divorce (no amount of money can change that). I wish them and their children happiness and I pray that they don't let pettiness and the media make a mockery of the relationship they will always share (being parents). Peace & Love.
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