Selema Masekela is in a new relationship, and no one is happier than his mother, Jessie Marie Lapierre. While Selema occasionally introduces her mother on social media, there are other details about Jessie that the public doesn’t know. Like how old is she? What does she do for a living? Is she on social media?
This article attempts to summarize all of that in a brief biography of Jessie Lapierre, mother of Selema Masekela.
Meet Jessie Marie Lapierre, Mother Selema Masekela
Actress Selema Masekela appears to have a very close relationship with his mother, Jessie Marie Lapierre. Jessie has a son from her relationship with South African jazz legend Hugh Masekela. Not many details are available about Jessie’s relationship with the legendary trumpeter, composer and singer.
Sadly, Selema lost her father, who succumbed to a long and courageous battle with prostate cancer in 2018. He passed away peacefully in Johannesburg, South Africa. He had previously been married to Miriam Makeba in 1964, but the couple divorced in 1966. At the time of his death, he was married to Elinam Cofie, whom he had married in 1999.
When Selema was a child, he and his jazz musician father traveled the world. Alekesam, the name of Selema’s band, was also the name of his debut film, which premiered at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival and chronicled his relationship with his father and how they connected through music. It’s interesting to note that Selema has had music on Entourage and House of Lies, with their most recent track, “All Is Forgiven,” featured on the fourth season premiere of the Showtime hit.
Selema recently introduced her mother at the premiere of the Black Pather sequel. Wakanda forever. He posted, “We got the mission. Black Panther #WakandaForever premiered last night with my beautiful mom @b2bharmony and my Lil brother @thewulyon. Can’t wait until y’all see this movie. It’s AMAZING!!!!”
On Mother’s Day 2022, Selema shared a selfie of him and his mother with the caption, “My number one mom @b2bharmony Happy Mother’s Day. Sending special love to everyone remembering the moms who passed away today.” Back in September 2020, Selema posted a video of his mother discussing Lebron and Kobe.
Selema also admitted that he is the man he is today because of his mother. On International Women’s Day 2022, he posted on his IG, “I am the man I am today because of the long list of incredibly strong, determined, and resilient women in my life. None more so than my mother @b2bharmony. She has given me an unfair advantage in life with the knowledge and perspective she continues to bestow upon me. I am a lucky guy. #happyinternationalwomensday.”
In 2022, just as Christmas was approaching, Jessie and actress Lupita Nyong’o confirmed their relationship. PageSix reported, “We just started dating! 💘 @selema #thisismylove #nuffsaid,” Nyong’o captioned a Reel video on Instagram of the new couple posing together while their outfits changed to the tune of Iniko’s “The King’s Affirmation (Chill Mix)” featuring Reuel Williams.
Masekela shared the same video but used her own sweet caption.
“Soul mate. My one and only true love @lupitanyongo. ❤️❤️❤️#outkickedthecoverage 😉,” he wrote. The couple’s outfits changed from matching paisley robes to leopard print swimsuits, giving them a vacation-like feel. They wore three exquisite outfits that coordinated perfectly. The couple’s famous friends couldn’t contain their joy.
Is Jessie Marie Lapierre still alive?
Yes, as of December 2022, Jessie Marie Lapierre is still alive.
Jessie Marie Lapierre Age
In 2022, Jessie Marie Lapierre will be 70 years old. She will celebrate her birthday on October 14. In 2019, Selema wished her mother a happy birthday through an IG post, “Today is my miracle mom’s birthday!!!!!. I would love it if everyone would help me wish Jessie Lapierre aka @b2bharmony aka the most amazing, most wonderful, wisest mom on the planet the happiest birthday! Don’t know who I would be without you, mom. I have an unfair advantage in life as a direct result of your unparalleled zest for life.”
Jessie Marie Lapierre’s work
Back in 2015, Jessie Marie Lapierre facilitated a program called Access Bars. It’s an “energy modality where 32 acupuncture points on your head are gently touched and your past is cleared. When you start running Bars, your reality begins to shift easily. You don’t have to work to let go of things, things just naturally flow through.”
She and co-facilitator Ching Chen ran the 8-hour, 30-minute session in San Diego, California. They charged $300 for the program.
Jessie has also been employed as a consultant at Inner.
Speaking about Selema’s career, in 1992, he began working for Transworld Publications as an intern. During the 2003–2004 NBA season, he also worked as a sideline reporter for ESPN. From September 26, 2010, until its cancellation, he co-hosted EThe!’s Daily 10, a show that counted down the “top 10” entertainment stories of the day. For 13 years, he also hosted the X Games and Winter X Games on ESPN. He hosted and served as executive producer for VICE’s VICELAND documentary series World of Sports after his time at ESPN.
Related FAQs
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What is Jessie Marie Lapierre’s ethnicity?
Jessie Marie Lapierre is of African-Haitian descent.
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Is Jessie Marie Lapierre on Instagram and Facebook?
Yes, Jessie Marie Lapierre is on Instagram (@b2bharmony) and Facebook (@jessie.lapierre.79).