Anna Sedokova Accused of Manipulating Janis Timma Before His Death: Legal Battle Intensifies
The tragic death of Latvian basketball player Jānis Timma continues to unfold with new allegations of manipulation leveled against his former wife, Russian singer Anna Sedokova. Timma’s family is pursuing legal action, claiming Sedokova financially and emotionally ruined the athlete before his suicide in February 2026.
Lawyer Details Alleged Manipulation
Margarita Gavrilova, the lawyer representing the Timma family, has publicly accused Sedokova of a calculated scheme to exploit Timma. According to Gavrilova, the manipulation began with a seemingly innocuous gift – a sports shirt presented at the opening of Sedokova’s bar in Moscow. Gavrilova alleges that Sedokova used the occasion to gather information about Timma’s social media and contacts, setting in motion a plan to isolate and control him. NRA.lv reports that Gavrilova described this as the start of an “operation to ruin and destroy Jānis.”
Financial Dispute and Inheritance Claims
The Timma family is seeking the return of 60 million rubles (approximately 664,010 euros) – half the proceeds from the sale of the couple’s joint apartment. They accuse Sedokova of destroying Timma’s sports career and leaving him destitute. Inbox.lv reports that the first court hearing regarding the inheritance dispute is scheduled for March 2026 in Russia.
Timeline of the Relationship and Timma’s Death
Timma and Sedokova began their relationship in 2019, leading Timma to leave his previous wife and son. They married in 2020, but divorced four years later. Just a week after their divorce was finalized, Timma was found dead in Moscow. Investigators have ruled his death a suicide.
Sedokova’s Financial Situation Before Marriage
Gavrilova has also claimed that Sedokova was financially struggling before meeting Timma and that she benefited significantly from his wealth. TVNET Sejas reports that the lawyer has revealed details of Timma’s earnings from 2000 to 2023, contradicting Sedokova’s claims that he was without funds.
Ongoing Investigation in Latvia
The circumstances surrounding Jānis Timma’s death are currently under investigation in Latvia. Gavrilova’s lawyer is prepared to provide Latvian law enforcement agencies with any information she has regarding the case, including a response from American notary Alyona Grin.