Kim Zolciak's Ex Kroy Biermann Files for Primary Custody of Their 4 Kids as Kim Slams Claims She's a 'Tormentor and Abuser' Kayla Grant, Dave QuinnAugust 16, 2025 at 4:47 AM Paras Griffin/Getty; Prince Williams/Wireimage Kim Zolciak; Kroy Biermann Kim Zolciak's ex Kroy Biermann is filing for sole ph...
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Kayla Grant, Dave QuinnAugust 16, 2025 at 4:47 AM
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Kim Zolciak's ex Kroy Biermann is filing for sole physical custody of their children
The former professional football player alleged that the reality TV star is a "tormentor and abuser"
The Real Housewives of Atlanta alum and the former NFL linebacker share six children together
Kroy Biermann is filing for sole physical custody of his and Kim Zolciak's children.
On Friday, Aug. 15, the former professional football player, 39, filed for primary custody and total decision-making authority over their four minor children, according to documents obtained by PEOPLE.
The former couple share twins Kaia and Kane, 11, Kash, 13, and Kroy Jr., 14, as well as Zolciak's daughters from her previous relationship, Ariana, 23, and Brielle, 28. Biermann adopted the Bravo star's eldest daughters shortly after they wed in November 2011.
Biermann claims in the documents that "there is an immediate concern for the physical, emotional, and mental safety" of their children, alleging that Zolciak is a "tormentor and abuser."
The former couple's current parenting plan has Zolciak and Biermann splitting custody, with each having two kids at a time with their two older sons and the twins switching houses every week. Biermann claims that three of his children are suffering in school and that Zolciak regularly picks them up early.
"There is a noteworthy absence of structure and accountability in the Mother's home. The split/shared custody arrangement is not in the best interests of the children," Biermann alleges in the court documents.
Biermann declined to comment when reached by PEOPLE.
After the news broke, a rep for Zolciak hit back against the Real Housewives of Atlanta star's former husband in a statement shared with PEOPLE.
"The claims made in the recent filing are completely false, misleading, and deeply hurtful. Kim has always been, and continues to be, a devoted, loving, and attentive mother who puts her children's needs above everything else," began the statement.
"She has been the primary emotional anchor for her children through this difficult time, ensuring they have a stable home, healthy routines, and unconditional love," the statement continued. "Kim has consistently been engaged in their schooling, activities, and therapy, working tirelessly to support their mental health and well-being."
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"This filing is nothing short of a publicity stunt. Kroy caught word that Kim was filing several motions today, so he tried to get ahead of it by rushing to file this document — and doing so unsealed," continued the statement. "Unlike Kroy's selective and self-serving approach, Kim files all of her documents under seal to protect her children, not to manipulate headlines or public opinion. By repeatedly filing unsealed motions, Kroy is not only damaging the children's well-being, he is creating opportunities for them to become aware of these disputes and risk being bullied or humiliated at school."
"These accusations are nothing more than an attempt to misrepresent the truth and gain legal advantage," they claimed. "Kim remains committed to co-parenting in the children's best interests and will continue to fight relentlessly for their happiness, security, and stability."
In April 2023, after about 12 years of marriage, Zolciak and Biermann filed for divorce for the first time. However, in July 2023, a source told PEOPLE that the couple called off the divorce and were "trying to make it work for the kids." In August 2023, Biermann filed for divorce for a second time.
After filing for divorce, the former NFL player filed for sole legal and physical custody, according to documents obtained by PEOPLE. TMZ was first to report the news.
Documents previously obtained by TMZ indicated that Zolciak is pursuing primary physical custody and joint legal custody of her four children with Biermann.
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