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‘Milkshake’ singer Kelis to divorce Nas

Hip-hop couple married in 2003, expecting first child in July

Image: Nas and Kelis
Dan Steinberg / AP file
Singers Kelis, left, and Nas are splitting after less than six years of marriage.
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updated 4:20 p.m. ET May 1, 2009

LOS ANGELES - The milkshake has gone sour between Kelis and Nas.

Kelis Rogers filed for divorce Thursday in Los Angeles. She’s expecting the couple’s first child in July.

Documents show the couple was married in July 2003 and separated in April. Rogers is seeking to have her hip-hop husband pay her attorney’s fees and spousal support.

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She cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the split.

Nas’ real name is Nasir Jones. He is considered one of rap’s best artists and received a Grammy nomination for his latest untitled album. Kelis may be best known for her hit single “Milkshake.”

His publicist did not respond to an e-mail message seeking comment.

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