Key Takeaways:
– Simon Guobadia has apologized to his family for the public spectacle of his divorce from Porsha Williams.
– He insisted that he does not want his personal life to become a “storyline”.
– Simon’s apology followed after Porsha filed a request to film for ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ in their shared mansion.
– Fans have reacted on Instagram to Simon’s apology, many voicing their frustration with the ongoing drama.
– Simon has previously sent a cease and desist letter to the production company behind ‘RHOA’, asking them to stop filming at his mansion.
Simon Guobadia, Nigerian entrepreneur and soon-to-be ex-husband of ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Porsha Williams has extended an apology to his family, amidst the hotbed of his public divorce. Using Instagram as his platform of choice, Guobadia expressed his regret for dragging his family’s name into the ongoing saga.
Simon Guobadia’s Apology
In an instigating revelation, Guobadia detailed the impact of the public limelight on his family. He lamented that his actions have not only affected him but thousands linked to the renowned Guobadia name, one of the largest families in Nigeria.
He said, “The Guobadia Family has always been a prideful family… So when one of their family member is reduced to a “Storyline,” thousands of family members are also affected by the narrative created and meant to destroy.”
Expressing deep regret for any pain his poor judgment may have inflicted on his family, Simon apologized profusely. His digital mea culpa garnered mixed reactions from netizens, from sympathy to outright criticism.
Netizen Reaction
Many fans expressed their perspectives in The Shade Room comment section, voicing a range of sentiments. While some surprisingly admitted unawareness of Guobadia’s family, others chastised him for becoming a ‘storyline’ given his direct involvement with a reality TV star.
Porsha’s Filming Request
Interestingly, the apology arrives as Porsha Williams seeks permission to film ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ at the mansion she shared with Simon. A report by RadarOnline stated that the reality star believes filming at home is crucial to sustaining her income and employment.
Despite this, Porsha has affirmed that she will adhere to Simon’s wishes and will avoid showcasing spaces that are ‘personal’ to him. This follows Simon’s cease and desist letter in March, requesting the RHOA production company to forego filming at his Georgia mansion.
Conclusion
It is evident that Simon Guobadia’s divorce saga with Porsha Williams is far from over. As the entrepreneur tries to manage the personal yet highly public affair, it remains to see how it further impacts his family and his prominent position amid a string of Instagram narratives.
