Comedian Basketmouth announces end of marriage to his wife, Elsie

Bright Okpocha, also known as Basketmouth, has announced his divorce from his wife Elsie Okpocha after 12 years of marriage.

Basketmouth explained on his Instagram page, “After much deliberation, my wife and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage.”

He requested privacy from members of the public as they adjust to their new life.

“As much as it pains me to bring my personal life to the public space, this is an unavoidable situation.

After much deliberations, my wife and have made the difficult decision to end our marriage.

As we move forward separately, we will continue to work together to give our beautiful children all the care, love, guidance and support they need.

We humbly ask that you respect our privacy as we navigate through these times.

Thank you

Basketmouth and Elsie married in 2010, and they have three children: Janelle Okpocha, Jason Okpocha, and Maya Okpocha. Their newest child was born in 2021. However, the comedian had a child named Amy before his marriage.