Nickayla Rivera is an American model and social media personality who first attracted attention as the younger sister of actress Naya Rivera, widely known for her role in the television series delighted.
With her own successful modeling career, Nickayla has signed with famous agencies such as photogenic in Los Angeles and Wilhelmina in New York.
Her modeling achievements include walking the runway for designers Naeem Khan in Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in 2014, and she has garnered a following on social media, where she shares her professional and personal thoughts.
Biography
- Full name: Nickayla Ann Rivera
- Date of birth: November 2, 1994
- Age: 30 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Santa Cruz, California, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Model, Social media personality
- Height: 5 feet 11 inches (180.5 cm)
- Parents: George Rivera, Yolanda Previtire
- Siblings: Naya Rivera (sister), Mychal Rivera (brother)
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Single (as of late 2023)
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Mixed (African American, Puerto Rican, and German)
- Net worth: 5 million USD
Early life and education
Nickayla Ann Rivera was born on November 2, 1994 in Santa Cruz, Californiaand is now 30 years old. She grew up in a family deeply involved in the entertainment and sports industry.
Her mother, Yolanda, is a former model, and her father, George, is an actor. Nickayla is of Puerto Rican, African American, and German descent. Her upbringing in Southern California was shared with her siblings, including actress Naya Rivera and former NFL player Mychal Rivera.
Although Nickayla kept many details about her early education private, she pursued a modeling career and was supported by her family to enter the fashion industry.
Personal life
Nickayla Rivera became a public figure not only thanks to her modeling career but also thanks to her close relationship with her sister Naya. Following Naya’s tragic death in 2020 due to accidental drowning, Nickayla publicly expressed her grief and has since been involved in helping raise her grandson, Naya’s son, Josey.
She and Naya’s ex-husband, Ryan Dorsey, moved in together to create a supportive environment for Josey. Nickayla faced public scrutiny and addressed this decision by sharing that her top priority is her family and her nephew’s well-being.
Career
Nickayla Rivera began her modeling career at a young age, thanks to her family’s entertainment background. She signed contracts with top companies, walked on the runway for Naeem Khan in 2014 New York Fashion Weekmarking her official entry into high fashion.
Rivera has been featured in campaigns for brands such as COME BACK and has collaborated with fashion and lifestyle brands on social media. A popular social media personality, she uses her platform to share modeling projects and personal insights, often speaking candidly about the changes in her life since losing her sister. passed away.
Net worth
Nickayla Rivera’s estimated net worth is approximately $5 million. Her income comes from modeling contracts, brand collaborations, and other projects in the fashion industry, giving her financial stability and opportunities to grow in her career.
Argumentative
After Naya Rivera’s death in July 2020, Nickayla and her ex-brother-in-law, Ryan Dorsey, decided to live together to take care of Naya’s young son, Josey. This arrangement led to media speculation and criticism, with some questioning the nature of their relationship.
Nickayla addressed the criticism directly, explaining that her decision was driven solely by family commitment and a desire to support her nephew through a traumatic time. Despite the backlash, she continued her role of supporting Josey and emphasized that the arrangement was meant to honor her sister’s memory.
Social Media
- Instagram: @nickaylarivera
- Twitter: Not applicable
