The divorce case between Canadian rapper Tory Lanez, legally known as Daystar Peterson, and his wife, Raina Chassagne, has been dismissed by a Los Angeles court. The dismissal comes after the court determined there had been no meaningful progress toward a final judgment, according to court documents cited by TMZ.
Case Dismissed Due to Lack of Activity
The judge dismissed the case because of a lack of activity since Chassagne filed for divorce in June 2024. Chassagne had sought to end the marriage after less than a year, citing irreconcilable differences. In her filing, she also requested both legal and physical custody of the couple's son, Kai.
This dismissal does not necessarily indicate a reconciliation between the couple. Rather, it signifies that the divorce proceedings were closed because the case was not actively pursued. Either party may be able to refile for divorce in the future, subject to California law.
Lanez's Prison Sentence and Ongoing Family Ties
Lanez is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence following his conviction in the 2020 shooting of rapper Megan Thee Stallion. Despite the divorce filing, Chassagne has continued to visit Lanez in prison with their son. She also publicly acknowledged him on Father's Day last year by sharing throwback photos of him with Kai on social media.
TMZ reported that it contacted Lanez's representatives for comment on the dismissal, but no response had been received at the time of publication. The dismissal means the divorce case is no longer active in court, while Lanez remains incarcerated serving his sentence.
Legal Implications and Future Options
Under California law, a divorce case can be dismissed for inactivity, but this does not bar either party from filing a new petition in the future. The couple's marital status remains unchanged, and Lanez's legal obligations regarding child custody and support may still be addressed in subsequent proceedings.
The case highlights the complexities of managing legal matters while one spouse is incarcerated. Despite the legal distance, Chassagne's continued visits and public gestures suggest an ongoing personal connection, even as the couple's legal relationship remains unresolved.
