Drew Sidora, a prominent star from the reality television series *Real Housewives of Atlanta*, has recently been ordered to pay a substantial amount in monthly child support following her divorce from Ralph Pittman. According to court records which were acquired by PEOPLE, Sidora is to pay Pittman $2,218 every month for their two children, reflecting her significant gross income of $38,260.40 monthly.
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The legal agreement also stipulates that Pittman, aged 43, will be responsible for providing essential medical, dental, vision, and hospitalisation insurance for the couple’s children, while other costs not covered by insurance will be shared equally between the two. The child support payments are set to commence on 1st July, with half of the amount due on the first of each month and the remaining half on the 15th. Payments will continue until their eldest child turns 18 years of age, with provisions for continuation if the child is still enrolled in school.
In addition to the child support arrangement, the divorce decree accords Pittman exclusive rights to their Atlanta family home, which he is obliged to buy Sidora out of for $145,054.12. He has a period of 45 days from the order’s filing to complete this payment. Recent court rulings have allowed Sidora to remain in their Georgia mansion, despite an earlier directive to vacate the premises by 31st May.
Following the legal proceedings, a representative for Sidora conveyed a sense of gratitude towards the court’s decision and emphasised her commitment to providing stability for her children during this transitional period. “My focus remains on being the best mother I can be, continuing my work, and moving forward with grace, faith, and positivity,” the spokesperson said in a statement to PEOPLE, highlighting Sidora’s hope for family healing and new opportunities in the future.
Sidora has described the ongoing legal matter as “an ongoing process.” In a recent interview, she expressed her trust in the judicial system and reiterated her desire for fairness in the settlement. “I just want what’s fair. I’m not jaded, I’m not bitter, I want to be a great mother, focus on my kids,” she remarked, referencing her younger children, Machai, 10, and Aniya, 8, as well as her 14-year-old son, Josiah, from a prior relationship.
Sidora’s split from Pittman was confirmed by PEOPLE in March 2023, after nearly nine years of marriage. At the time of the divorce filing, Pittman shared that the couple had made the difficult decision to pursue their individual paths while prioritising their children’s well-being.
In her own statement, Sidora revealed the emotional toll of the separation saying, “After eight years of wholeheartedly fighting for my marriage, I have made the agonising decision to release my husband with love.” She expressed hope that the couple could remain amicable for the sake of their children, indicating a desire for responsible co-parenting.
As the situation unfolds, both Sidora and Pittman continue to navigate the complexities of their divorce while focusing on their roles as parents. The public will undoubtedly watch closely as this high-profile case progresses, following the lives of both Sidora and her children in the coming months.
The collaboration and understanding between the former couple will be crucial as they aim to provide a stable environment for their children amidst the ongoing changes in their family dynamics.