Trace Ayala is best known for being Justin Timberlake’s best friend. His ex-wife, Samantha Robertson, is now rumored to be dating former NFL star Jay Cutler. So what do we know about his relationship with Samantha? When did they get married? Do they have any children together?
Read all about it below as this article continues.
Meet Trace Ayala, Samantha Robertson’s Ex-Husband
Samantha Robertson was previously married to her ex-husband, actor and fashion designer Juan “Trace” Ayala III. They were reportedly married for nearly 10 years.
The date of the former couple’s split is unknown, although Ayala last spoke fondly of his ex on Valentine’s Day 2022, writing that “the road just keeps getting longer and the party never ends.” As for Samantha, the last time she paid tribute to Ayala was in an Instagram post in November 2019, calling him the “world’s greatest” husband.
They dated for two years after meeting in 2010. After a six-month engagement, they got married in 2013. The couple have two daughters together, 12-year-old Sophia and 9-year-old River Ayala.
On Mother’s Day 2020, Trace wished his ex-wife, “Happy Mother’s Day to this baby! Thank you for everything you do! I’m not even going to try to pretend I know half of it! We love you!”
NFL star Jay Cutler has moved on from his ex-wife Kristin Cavallari with Samantha Robertson. The couple made their relationship official on Instagram in September 2023. Three years after the retired NFL player’s divorce made headlines, the news is finally out.
On that post, Samantha gushed, “Vive la France 🇫🇷Congratulations @chanelhandel @amackenzietemplar. The most beautiful wedding ❤️.”
Samantha posted a series of photos taken in France, Paris, where her friend’s wedding took place.
Around the second-last week of September 2023, Samantha posted another photo with the caption, “Montana sunsets never disappoint 🫶🏼.”
“Jay and Samantha have been dating for a while,” the insider said, adding that “they met through mutual friends in Nashville.”
The source continued: “Jay recently flew to Paris with Samantha. Their kids have also met each other.”
Meanwhile, Jay has yet to introduce his partner on social media.
However, rumors of their romance first surfaced in May 2022. They made headlines after they were accused of having sex while he was on vacation with them and their children.
Professional Sports Overall reported that the former NFL star was recently caught “hooking up” with his friend’s wife on vacation and that the friend “knew” about it. “Jay was on vacation with his kids, his friend, his wife and their kids,” a so-called insider told In Touch of the alleged affair. “The husband and Jay are good friends and neighbors. Their kids are all friends.”
“While they were on vacation, Jay had sex with his wife,” the source revealed. The friend is said to have learned that the two had been “in a long-term relationship” and was “very angry.” He is said to have decided to confront them about their alleged romance.
Follow Ayala’s wife
Trace Ayala appears to be single as of 2023 and he definitely doesn’t have a wife.
What is Trace Ayala’s net worth?
As of 2023, Trace Ayala’s net worth exceeds $1 million. He is the co-founder of the American clothing brand William Rast, which he started with Justin Timberlake. The line includes suede jackets, sunglasses, shoes, and exclusive first access to roomy chinos, denim jackets, and embroidered bomber jackets for a week.
This collection features products priced as low as $69 for accessories and as high as $369 for jackets.
Timberlake recently told Gilt that there’s no difference between being a designer and being a musician: “I don’t consider myself a designer,” he said. “Trace and I are more like cultural curators for William Rast.” With a few gaps here and there to reorganize, the brand celebrated its ten-year anniversary in 2015. Still, it represents a turning point in the erratic world of celebrity-run labels—call Beyoncé’s now-shuttered House of Dereon.
Justin and Trace are childhood friends.
According to Trace’s IMDB, he worked as an extra on the set of Edison and Justin Timberlake: Down Home in Memphis – One Night Only.
How old is Trace Ayala?
Trace Ayala was born on November 26, 1980. He is currently 42 years old.
Follow the Ayala family
Trace Ayala is the son of Belinda Rast Ayala and Juan Trace Ayala Jr.
Belinda is 62 and was born in May 1961. Meanwhile, Juan is 64. It is likely that Trace’s parents are no longer together.
Every Father’s Day, Trace wishes a man named Scott Cursey instead of his own father. In 2014, he wished Scott, “Happy Father’s Day to Scott Cursey! Thanks for teaching me the ropes! I wouldn’t be the dad I am without you! Love you!” In 2016, he wrote, “Happy Father’s Day to this dude! Thanks for being the dad I didn’t have to be!”
Trace’s paternal grandparents are Dorina Deleon Ayala and Juan Ayala. They were married for 54 years until Dorina passed away in March 2018 at the age of 81.
Dorina earned her high school GED and general accounting certification and worked as a bookkeeper for several businesses in Memphis and Millington Tennessee. She later became a homemaker and enjoyed crafts; including sewing and making quilts for her family.
Additionally, she spent many years serving her church as a religion teacher and later as the Director of Religious Education at St. William Catholic Church. She also spent several years volunteering for Shelby Youth Sports as a cheerleader, function organizer, and event official.
Trace’s uncles and aunts on his father’s side are named Rosendo Robles, Cindy (Robles) and Bobby Long, Bonita (Ayala) and Craig Esrael and Dena (Ayala) and Bruce Carpenter.
Trace Ayala Height
According to IMDB, Trace Ayala is 5 feet 6 inches tall.
Related FAQs
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Where is Trace Ayala from?
Trace Ayala is from Millington, Tennessee. He currently resides in Nashville, Tennessee.
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When is Trace Ayala’s birthday?
Trace Ayala’s birthday is November 26.
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Is Trace Ayala on Instagram?
Yes, Trace Ayala is on Instagram (@traceayala) and Facebook (@trace.ayala.9).