Shayanna Jenkins Hernandez, popularly known as Shayanna Jenkins, is an American television personality from Bristol, Connecticut.
She rose to fame as the fiancee of former NFL star Aaron Hernandez, whose life took a tragic turn when he was convicted of murder and then took his own life. The highly publicized case drew widespread attention to her personal life, thrusting her into the national spotlight.
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- Full name: Shayanna Jenkins Hernandez
- Stage name: Shayanna Jenkins
- Date of birth: May 29, 1989
- Age: 35 years old
- Place of birth: Bristol, Connecticut, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Television personality
- Height: 1.68m
- Parents: Jodi Jenkins and Derrick Jenkins
- Siblings: Shanea Jenkins and Octavia Samuel
- Spouse: Aaron Hernandez (m.?–2017)
- Partner: Dino Guilmette
- Children: Avielle Janelle Hernandez
- Relationship: Dating
- Net worth: 1 million USD
Early life and education
Shayanna Jenkins was born on May 29, 1989 in Bristol, Connecticut, United States, to parents Jodi Jenkins and Derrick Jenkins. She grew up with her two siblings, Shanea Jenkins and Ontavia Samuel.
Despite her public presence, little is known about her educational background. Jenkins identifies as white and practices Christianity, which has been a guiding influence in her life.
Career
Shayanna Jenkins’ career as a television personality is often overshadowed by the tumultuous events in her personal life. In 2013, her fiancé Aaron Hernandez was arrested for the murder of Odin Lloyd, a semi-professional soccer player who was dating Shayanna’s younger sister, Shaneah. This tragedy led to a rift between the sisters, as Shayanna supported Hernandez during his trial while Shaneah sided with the victim’s family.
Trials linked Hernandez to other crimes, including the murders of Safiro Furtado and Daniel de Abreu, further complicating Shayanna’s life. Despite overwhelming evidence and public scrutiny, she stood by Hernandez until his death by suicide on April 14, 2017, in his prison cell.
Shayanna has since shared her story in various interviews, including a 2017 appearance on Dr. Phil, where she discussed her last conversation with Hernandez. She also appeared in the 2020 Netflix documentary series The Killer Within: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez and an ABC News interview where she reflected on the personal and community impact of these events.
Social Media
- Instagram: @shayjhernandez
- Facebook: Shayanna Jenkins
Personal life
After the tragic death of Aaron Hernandez, Shayanna Jenkins showed remarkable resilience. She is the mother of Avielle Janelle Hernandez, her daughter with Hernandez, and has focused on providing a stable and loving environment for her child.
Shayanna has since found companionship in Dino Guilmette, a former actor and boxer. Their relationship provided emotional stability amid the media spotlight, allowing Shayanna to rebuild her life while honoring her past.
Net worth
Shayanna Jenkins’ net worth is estimated to be over $1 million, derived from her television appearances and public engagement. Her strength and composure in the face of widely publicized personal challenges also earned her recognition as a resilient figure, contributing to her financial success and public admiration.
