After years as a seemingly inseparable couple in the hip-hop world, rapper Kevin Gates and his wife, Dreka, have recently encountered a dramatic fallout. What began as a partnership rooted in love and shared aspirations has spiraled into financial disputes and a contentious divorce filing, raising questions about their past and future.
The Divorce Filing
The official divorce petition was filed on July 30, 2025, in Los Angeles County Superior Court, marking the end of a decade-long relationship that had seen the couple navigate personal and professional challenges together. Dreka Gates, legally known as Shadreka Centeno Haynes, cited irreconcilable differences and reported their separation date as July 10.
In her petition, Dreka requested joint legal and physical custody of their two minor children, ages 12 and 11, and sought legal fees covered by Kevin. She also asked for a court order to prevent Kevin from requesting any financial support from her, emphasizing her role as the primary caregiver and provider for the family over the past two years.
Upon further developments, this week, Dreka filed additional documentation requesting court-ordered support totaling $73,467 per month—comprising $27,193 for child support and $46,274 for spousal support. She characterized these amounts as necessary to maintain the family’s established lifestyle, which she claims she has sustained largely alone since 2023.
The filings depict Dreka managing the household while Kevin seemingly withdrew from shared responsibilities. They include references to unpaid school tuition, overdue property taxes, and accumulating tax liens, all amid Kevin’s extravagant spending habits.
Financial Allegations
Dreka’s court filings allege that Kevin “dismantled the financial foundation of their family” by cutting off access to necessary funds in late 2021. According to her, this move left vital expenses such as mortgage payments and school tuition unpaid.
Furthermore, Dreka claims that during this period, Kevin engaged in “wasteful spending,” purchasing 18 luxury vehicles and acquiring a $4.7 million home in Calabasas, California, while neglecting his family’s financial obligations. This apparent double standard has led to significant distress for Dreka and their children, who remain in financial uncertainty in Mississippi.
One of the most severe allegations involves a massive tax bill. Dreka asserts that an approximately $7 million IRS lien due to unpaid taxes threatens to foreclose their Mississippi farm, a property they shared as a key aspect of their vision together. She alleges that Kevin’s refusal to pay taxes since 2021 instigated this federal lien, putting their home and agricultural business at risk.
Dreka contends that Kevin’s choices stemmed from neglect rather than financial hardship, stating, “He chose to cut off the family financially while showcasing his wealth publicly,” further indicating the negative impact on their children.
The Mississippi Farm
The couple’s Mississippi farm, once emblematic of their shared aspirations, has now become a focal point in their financial dispute. The 43-acre property, acquired in 2020 and developed into a wellness retreat by Dreka, faces foreclosure due to the IRS lien imposed for unpaid taxes. Dreka claims that Kevin’s cessation of tax payments and property bills since 2021 has jeopardized the farm, where she continues to reside with their children.
The Calabasas Estate
Concurrently, Dreka alleges that Kevin’s financial habits have been extravagant. In May 2024, a trust associated with him successfully purchased a $4.7 million residence in the upscale community of The Oaks in Calabasas, featuring luxurious upgrades and financed through a significant mortgage. This purchase has been interpreted by Dreka as indicative of Kevin’s misplaced priorities, living luxuriously in California while neglecting their family’s wellbeing in Mississippi.
Kevin’s Response
In response to the allegations, Kevin Gates has rejected Dreka’s claims as “factually baseless.” He contended that they were never legally married, suggesting that their 2015 ceremony was a spiritual or Islamic union rather than a civil marriage, which could potentially alter the course of Dreka’s divorce petition. As of now, the Los Angeles court is treating the case as a standard divorce proceeding.
Kevin has yet to publicly address the allegations regarding the substantial $7 million IRS lien or the accusations of financial abandonment. The couple, once known for their principles of discipline, unity, and faith, now finds themselves in a public unraveling of a partnership that many believed was unassailable.
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