At the 2025 BET Awards weekend, iconic R&B star Amerie sat down with Angela Yee and—just like that—dropped the news that she’s going through a divorce after nearly two decades of marriage.
During a candid interview on Way Up with Angela Yee, Yee asked about Amerie’s longtime relationship, and the singer answered with simple clarity:
“I was, but not now. I’m getting a divorce.”
Turns out, this chapter has been quietly unfolding since 2023, behind the headlines and off the grid.
Amerie revealed she’s legally separated from husband—and one-time manager—Lenny Nicholson, with whom she shares their son, River Rowe.
According to BET.com Amerie and Lenny’s love story started in 2007, with their wedding sealed in June 2011 and their son born seven years ago.
For most of us, they’ve always been * #relationshipgoals *—but publicly Amerie kept things quietly rooted, making this announcement all the more surprising.
When Yee asked about dating or what’s next, Amerie paused and said she’s just… figuring it out. She said she feels like a “22‑year‑old” stepping back into the single world.
Amerie’s return to music couldn’t be more timely. She recently dropped the single “Mine”, rocked NPR’s Tiny Desk, and lit up the BET stage—showing us that her artistry is stronger than ever.
Divorce or not, the vibe is clear: it’s her time to shine again.
