Real Housewives Star’s Husband Faces Citizenship Denial Amid Legal Battles

ATLANTA, Ga. — Simon Guobadia, the husband of “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Porsha Williams, has faced a setback in his quest for U.S. citizenship, according to recent court records. His latest application was denied by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in January.

Guobadia, a Nigerian citizen, initially entered the United States in 1982. However, his journey has been plagued by immigration challenges, including overstaying his visa and being declared deportable in 1985. After returning to the U.S. in 1986, Guobadia found himself in the same predicament, overstaying again.

In 1987, he faced criminal charges, pleading guilty to bank and credit card fraud. His legal troubles continued with two additional arrests in the following years. In 1992, Guobadia was deported but managed to return to the U.S. within a month, securing permanent residency under an undisclosed identity.

Despite this status, Guobadia’s 2016 application for naturalization was denied due to the nature of his previous residency, which was deemed “unlawfully granted.” Since that ruling, Guobadia has pursued multiple appeals and complaints to gain citizenship, but none have been successful.

In recent personal matters, Guobadia’s marriage to Williams ended in separation in 2024 after just 15 months. Following the split, he initiated a lawsuit against Williams, seeking $75,000 in damages. The lawsuit alleges claims of defamation, infliction of emotional distress, and invasion of privacy stemming from social media posts made by Williams.

In the legal documents, Guobadia accuses Williams of posting “false and defamatory statements about Plaintiff,” including implications regarding his health. He claims these actions have harmed his reputation and caused him emotional distress.

While Guobadia continues to confront his immigration issues, his tumultuous personal life adds another layer of complexity to his fight for citizenship and personal stability.