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Andraya Michele Howard (born January 23, 1985), commonly known as Draya Michele, is a multi-faceted personality from the United States. She is a famous media personality, model, actress, and fashion designer.
She gained recognition through her participation in the reality television series Basketball Wives: LA. In addition to her successful television career, Draya Michele has appeared in many films and television shows. Additionally, she founded her own swimwear line called Mint Swimming.
American model and media personality
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| First and last name: | Andraya Michele Howard |
| Stage Name: | Draya Michele |
| Born: | January 23, 1985 (age 39) |
| Place of birth: | Reading, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Education: | Do not have |
| Height: | 1.7 minutes |
| Parents: | Valeria Diaz |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Orlando Scandrick (2015-2019) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Tyrod Taylor (2020), French Montana (2013), Ray J (2011-2012), Wiz Khalifa (2010), Bernard Berrian (2010-2011), Sean Combs, Lil Wayne, Fabolous, Paul Pierce (2009), Gilbert Arenas , Jay-Z (2008), Kenyon Martin, The Game (2012-2013), Chris Brown (2010), Javaris Crittenton (2008), DeShawn Stevenson, Orlando Scandrick (2015-2019) |
| Children: | Jru Scandrick, Kniko Howard |
| Job: | Actress • Media Personality |
| Net asset value: | $600,000 |
Early life and education
Draya Michele, an American celebrity, was born on January 23, 1985 in the beautiful city of Reading, Pennsylvania.
Throughout her growing up, she received love and guidance from her mother, Valeria Diaz. Unfortunately, details about her siblings are still unknown.
Breaking away from the traditional educational path, Draya Michele boldly decided to forgo college instead of focusing on her modeling aspirations. In her senior year of high school, she bravely chose to drop out and embark on her journey to build a successful modeling career.
Career
Draya Michele’s career took off when she appeared in popular music videos alongside industry icons like Jay-Z, Usher, and Kanye West. It didn’t stop there; Michele’s talent and beauty caught the attention of fashion companies and magazine brands, landing her lucrative modeling contracts.
Michele was swept into a world that showed the glamorous but complicated lives of the wives and girlfriends of professional basketball players after she was cast in a reality TV series. Basketball Wives: LA In 2011.
Draya Michele rose to prominence on the show with her captivating personality and unmistakable charisma, keeping viewers enthralled for four seasons as she recounted her personal experiences and faced the ups and downs of being part of this exclusive social group.
Draya Michele’s acting career has been quite successful. Notably, she has starred in several films such as Will to love (2015), Compatible (2016), and Star (2018). Additionally, Michele has appeared regularly on popular television shows such as Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013) and Stories (2019).
Awards & Nominations
Shorty Awards
- 2017 – Style Star of the Year (Winner)
- 2020 – Fashionista of the Year (Nominated)
Revolve Awards
- 2021 – Entrepreneur of the Year (Nominated)
Social Media
- Instagram handle: Draya Michele (@drayamichele)
- Twitter handle: Draya Michele (@drayamichele)
- Facebook: Draya Michele
Personal life
Draya Michele and Orlando Scandrick have been engaged for years and began their journey towards marriage in 2013. However, Draya Michele recently shared the heartbreaking news that she and her longtime fiancé have decided to split.
Despite this challenging period, Draya Michele continues to take on the role of mother to her two children, Jru Scandrick and Kniko Howard.
Currently, this famous actress is single and is going through a new chapter in her life. Draya Michele is 39 years old.
Draya Michele’s romantic history includes being engaged to Orlando Scandrick from 2015 to 2019. She has also been in relationships with The Game from 2012 to 2013, Chris Brown in 2010, Javaris Crittenton in 2008, and DeShawn Stevenson.
Additionally, Draya Michele has dated French Montana in 2013, Ray J from 2011 to 2012, Wiz Khalifa in 2010, Bernard Berrian from 2010 to 2011, Sean Combs, Lil Wayne, Fabolous, Paul Pierce in 2009, Gilbert Arenas, Jay-Z in 2008, and Kenyon Martin.
Draya Michele and Tyrod Taylor began their relationship in May 2020.
Net asset value
Draya Michele, an American media personality, model, actress, and entrepreneur, has an estimated net worth of $600,000.
She is known for her appearances on the popular reality television series Basketball Wives LA and her successful swimwear brand Mint Swim.
