As the divorce between Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker unfolds, attention has turned to whether the couple’s prenuptial agreement will withstand legal scrutiny. Speaking with Us Weekly, Atty. K. Bruggemann, a partner at Gallet Dreyer & Berkey LLP’s Matrimonial and Family Law Practice, offered insight into why Tucker may have a chance—albeit a challenging one—of contesting the agreement under Georgia law.

Georgia courts require that prenuptial agreements meet three core elements to be enforceable: full financial disclosure, voluntariness, and the absence of coercion. According to Bruggemann, Tucker would need to show that at least one of these elements was missing at the time he signed.

Where this case becomes particularly interesting is the role of reality television footage. Burruss has reportedly referenced unaired Bravo footage from The Real Housewives of Atlanta and the wedding documentary Kandi’s Wedding. As Bruggemann explains, such footage could be relevant if it depicts undue pressure, last-minute deadlines, or emotionally charged circumstances surrounding the signing of the prenup.

“If the footage or other evidence suggests he did not fully understand the financial terms, did not have a realistic opportunity to consult independent counsel, or was rushed into signing without negotiation, Georgia courts may view those factors as weakening the agreement’s enforceability,” Bruggemann noted.

At the heart of any challenge, however, is the issue of involuntariness. To succeed, Tucker would need to prove he was pressured or coerced into signing, coupled with insufficient time to negotiate, consult counsel, and understand the agreement.

Bruggemann also pointed out that raw footage and producer testimony could be just as important as what ultimately aired. If witnesses can establish that any apparent panic or coercion was amplified for dramatic effect—and that the terms were settled well in advance—the prenup may remain enforceable.

The case serves as a timely reminder that prenuptial agreements are not just personal documents; they are legal instruments that can later be dissected frame by frame. Careful drafting, full disclosure, and a clear record of voluntariness remain critical to ensuring they hold up if challenged. To read the entire article, click here.