Back in 2010, I had the pleasure of meeting Kroy Biermann at a charity dance event in Atlanta. Sparks flew between the Atlanta Falcons linebacker and the reality star from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” leading to their marriage the next year. Their love story unfolded on TV screens, with four children joining Kim’s two daughters from previous relationships.
Despite the public romance, doubts loomed large. Even Kroy’s family wasn’t entirely convinced, holding prayer circles in hope of a different outcome.
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To truly understand the nuances, we must rewind to Kim’s teenage years. Exploring her past helps illuminate the red flags that have dotted her journey. After all, knowing one’s backstory often provides insight into their present.
John admitted to engaging in the affair, attempting to downplay its severity by claiming it began after the conclusion of the case he was investigating. However, this assertion hardly mitigated the situation, particularly given allegations that he may have been married at the time. Our curiosity led us to locate his ex-wife, though it remains uncertain if they were still married during his involvement with Kim.
Kim’s actions catalyzed an internal investigation within the police department, unearthing allegations of clandestine recordings, sexual assault charges, and attempts to conceal misconduct. Consequently, the sergeant faced termination, only to be reinstated by the police department a few months later. His passing in 2019 marked the end of that chapter.
Amidst these tumultuous events, Kim became a mother to Brielle, born in February 1997, with an unidentified father. She later tied the knot with Daniel Toche around 2001, welcoming their daughter, Ariana, in October of the same year. However, their marital bliss was short-lived, as Kim filed for divorce in 2003. Years later, Daniel found himself behind bars for a two-year stint due to inappropriate conduct involving his third wife’s daughter.
When Kim made her debut on Real Housewives of Atlanta back in 2008, she immediately intrigued viewers with her mysterious relationship with a man she simply called Big Papa. He showered her with extravagant gifts like a townhouse, jewelry, and luxury cars, keeping his identity a closely guarded secret. But the speculation didn’t last long – it was soon revealed that her generous benefactor was none other than real estate mogul Lee Najar, who happened to be married to another woman named Kim.
The unforgettable line, “Close your legs to married men, thank you,” delivered by Nene, added fuel to the fire. Kim found herself in a rollercoaster relationship with Big Papa, claiming to be engaged to him at one point. Yet amidst the drama, she also had flings with DJ Tracy Young and had some involvement with Miami real estate developer Thomas Cramer.
But fate intervened at a charity event in May 2010 when Big Papa dropped Kim off, and she crossed paths with NFL player Kroy Biermann. Cameras captured the moment, leading to an exchange of numbers. It was a pivotal moment for Kim, as she decided to leave her sugar daddy behind and embark on a new journey with Kroy.
Croy’s family wasn’t exactly thrilled about his new relationship right from the start. Picture this: Croy, 25, balling out in the NFL with a fat paycheck and no kids. Then there’s Kim, seven years older, a single mom of two, and her dating history’s practically a reality TV show. But despite the red flags, Croy and Kim gave it a shot, hitting the town together while paparazzi trailed them like hungry wolves. Croy, feeling suffocated by the attention and wanting to focus on his game, dropped a bombshell text during one of Kim’s shoots, suggesting they call it quits. Kim was floored, couldn’t sleep a wink that night. Maybe Croy should’ve listened to his instincts.
But then, the next day, he sends her flowers with a note begging to talk things out. Seems like he realized he messed up big time and was ready to make things right. Kim even invited him as her plus one to Cynthia Bailey’s wedding, hoping to give their relationship a chance. But when pics from the event hit the net, it caused a stir, especially for a woman named Elizabeth Stewart. She thought Croy was her man! In a now-deleted interview, Elizabeth spilled the tea, revealing she and Croy were doing the long-distance thing. When she saw him cozying up to Kim, she called him out. At first, he tried to play it cool, saying they were just pals. But eventually, he came clean about him and Kim. Elizabeth felt betrayed, like her trust had been shattered. She wanted Kim to know the truth about Croy’s double dealings.
After a whirlwind romance, Kim discovered she was pregnant in just a matter of months. Though she initially kept it quiet, her secret was blown wide open when TMZ snagged snapshots of her puffing away on a cigarette at an Atlanta Falcons game, three months into her pregnancy. Understandably, the public was outraged, fearing for the health of her unborn child. Kim’s spokesperson tried to spin it, claiming she didn’t know she was pregnant at the time, but that facade crumbled when an old interview surfaced, where Kim herself admitted she was aware of her pregnancy during the first trimester but chose to keep it hush-hush for a bit.
Their son KJ made his entrance into the world in May 2011, not long before Croy popped the question in October of the same year. Their wedding bells chimed in November 2011, a ceremony immortalized on the small screen through the spin-off show “Don’t Be Tardy for the Wedding.” Yet, sadly, this joyous occasion marked the beginning of rocky relationships with both of their families.
The wedding venue underwent a dramatic transformation for the big day, with Kim going so far as to rent outdoor portable bathrooms for the guests. She even laid down the law, insisting that everyone, including her own mother, utilize them. But when her mother and aunt flouted her directive and sneaked indoors to use the fancy facilities, Kim promptly had them escorted out by security guards, leaving a permanent scar on their relationship.
Kim’s parents later attempted legal maneuvers to secure grandparents’ rights to visit her children, Brielle and Ariana, but their efforts fell flat. They also tried to cash in on their connection to Kim by shopping around a tell-all book about her. During an episode of “Don’t Be Tardy,” Kim opened up about the disapproval of Croy’s parents regarding their marriage, citing her lack of perfection in their eyes. Croy, however, staunchly defended his wife, affirming that while she may not fit his parents’ cookie-cutter mold, she was his definition of perfection.
Kim later spilled the tea on Heather McDonald’s “Juicy Scoop” podcast, revealing that Croy’s parents had pulled out all the stops to thwart their wedding through prayer. Despite attending the ceremony, they had arranged for a preacher to gather in their driveway just before the nuptials, beseeching a higher power to put the kibosh on the whole affair, exposing the deep-seated divide within their families.
Were Croy’s family just overreacting, or did they have a gut feeling that Kim wasn’t the right fit for him? Hmm.
Over the years, Croy made it crystal clear that he was sticking with Kim through thick and thin. He even went as far as saying he’d cut off his parents’ access to their grandkids if they couldn’t get on board with her. In August 2012, they welcomed their son Cash, and by July 2013, Croy officially adopted Kim’s daughters from her previous relationships. Then, in November 2013, they were blessed with twins. But Croy’s football career hit a snag in 2016 when he got dropped from the Buffalo Bills and couldn’t find another team. Suddenly, the future wasn’t looking as rosy as their lavish lifestyle suggested. People were whispering about how they’d keep up with their expensive tastes, especially with Croy out of the game. There was talk that the stress of it all was starting to wear on Kim with Croy around the house all the time. They were just hoping he’d land back on his feet soon before it took too big a toll on the family.
Then, in 2021, their reality show “Don’t Be Tardy” got the axe after eight seasons, adding to their financial worries. Legal troubles piled up, with Croy facing a lawsuit from his former sports agent over unpaid commission. And to top it all off, their Georgia Mansion was on the brink of foreclosure after defaulting on a hefty loan. The property was set to go up for auction in March, but luckily, they managed to pull through at the last minute and save it. At least, for now.
On May 8, 2023, TMZ dropped a bombshell: the couple was on the hook for a whopping $1.1 million in back taxes. And just hours later, news broke that Kim had pulled the trigger on their 11-year marriage, filing for divorce. In the divorce docs, she didn’t mince words, stating the marriage was beyond repair and asking for custody of the kids and spousal support.
Let’s take stock: they’d blown through Croy’s NFL earnings, their reality TV gravy train had derailed, and they’d even cut ties with their families. So, it’s no shocker that this train wreck of a marriage is finally derailing. Is Kim reaching out to Big Papa for backup? Stay tuned.