Remember Keith Manley from Married at First Sight season 9? After splitting from Iris Caldwell, he is now dating American R&B singer Ari Lennox.
So what’s going on? What have we missed since we last saw him? This Keith Manley biography explores his life.
Meet Keith Manley, Ari Lennox’s Rumored Boyfriend
In June 2022, Keith Manley was first seen with Ari Lennox at a wedding in San Diego. Sharing IG photos of them from that day—one of which showed them tied in a loving embrace—Ari sparked rumors that she had found a new lover.
News of the two coming together comes nearly seven months after Ari admitted she’s “unlucky” in love on an episode of If Not For My Girls. “I’m just bored,” Ari Lennox explained at the time. “I’m bored! Or I’ll find someone who’s super interesting and then be like, it sucks. And I’m sorry, but that’s important. Or you’re scared of my dog! Like, grow up! It’s the sweetest thing,” she added.
The Washington DC soul singer was previously rumored to have been romantically linked to rappers J. Cole and Moneybagg. She also had a long-term boyfriend before her rise to fame.
MAFS: Keith Manley and Iris Caldwell’s Relationship
Keith Manley was paired with Iris Caldwell on season 9 of Married at First Sight. With similar backgrounds and religious beliefs, the two initially seemed to get along well.
However, Iris is immature and inexperienced in love beyond the bedroom. This tires Keith out and in the end, even though Iris wants to be together on Decision Day, Keith Manley decides to leave.
The temporary couple later officially divorced in late 2020.
It was also later revealed that Iris had not given her virginity to Keith during their marriage. According to Iris, Keith had not opened and closed enough to build the intimacy she wanted. As for Keith, he felt it was not his job to take her virginity. Furthermore, because Iris was still immature, Keith was tired of the whole thing by the end of the film.
For those who missed Iris on MAFS, she’s a non-profit program coordinator who has chosen to remain a virgin until marriage. Religion plays a big part in her life, and she wants a husband who believes in traditional gender roles.
Keith Manley’s age
Keith was born in 1991. That means he is 31 years old in 2022.
He is only 2 months younger than Ari Lennox and 7 months older than Iris Caldwell.
Keith Manley Family
Keith comes from a family of at least six siblings.
He was born to Keith Manley Sr. and Mary Graham Manley, who have been married since September 16, 1989. They are his inspiration and symbol of love. “I am so blessed to watch these two kids grow up. I don’t know why I am so lucky but one thing is for sure, I will never take it for granted,” Keith dedicated to them in an IG post.
A little more about her mother, Mary worked as the “Director of Development & Provider Relations” at AuthoraCare Collective in 2022. Prior to that, she was an account executive at Well Care Home Health, a regional manager at CareSouth Health System, Inc., and a community educator at Community Home Care & Hospice.
On Mary’s birthday in 2021 (i.e. July 3), Keith wrote on his IG, “The epitome of elegance and grace. Claire Huxtable never could. Just gets better with age. Happy Birthday, Mom.”
Regarding Keith’s siblings, he has an older brother named Donald Manley and two older sisters named Daphne Manley and Jasmine Alston.
His brother, Donald, works as an “OLine Specialist” at Supreme Sports Performance and turned 29 on January 23, 2022. While Jasmine is pursuing a career in graphic design. She graduated from North Carolina Central University and Bethune-Cookman University.
Is Keith Manley on Instagram?
Yes, find him on Instagram @keithisjust.
Also, here is his Twitter @Keithisjust and Cameo @keithisjust
Keith Manley Height
Keith Manley is 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm) tall.
Speaking of his unique features, Keith has the words “Family First” tattooed on his arm and the words “CBM” on his chest.
Did you know: Keith started his weight loss journey in mid-2021 with the guidance of Coach Rob from Just Push.
Keith Manley’s work
Keith Manley is a basketball fan. He joined LifeHoops as a consultant/coach in 2022. Prior to that, he worked as a customer service representative at SnapAV for over 2 years.
Additionally, during his undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (2014 – 2016), he served as a brand ambassador for Gap Inc./ Banana Republic.
From August 2013 to October 2014, he also served as an assistant men’s basketball coach at Barton College.
Our star, Keith is also the founder of Gem Class and author of the Self-help book “Life is Just…”
What is Keith Manley’s net worth?
Keith Manley boasts a net worth of over $400 thousand as of 2022.
Related FAQs
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Where is Keith Manley from?
Keith is from Greensboro, North Carolina. In 2015, he moved to Greensboro, North Carolina. But soon after, he moved back to his hometown.
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What is Keith Manley’s birthday?
Keith received birthday wishes on May 14, making him a Taurus.