Who Is Nelly’s Wife Ashanti? Relationship, Age, Job, Kids Explained

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As a gamer, I can’t help but notice the buzz around my life lately. My wife, Ashanti, made headlines at this year’s iHeart Music Awards when she presented me with an award. Ever since we rekindled our romance back in 2023, our relationship has been a hot topic among fans and netizens alike. It’s crazy to think about how far we’ve come together!

Here’s all you need to know about Nelly’s wife.

What is Nelly’s wife’s name?

Nelly’s wife’s name is Ashanti.

Back in 2003, I found myself rubbing shoulders with stars at the Grammy Awards, and it was there that I first crossed paths with this intriguing couple. Over time, we’d often be seen together at various events, but they always kept their relationship under wraps. Despite the numerous sightings, they never officially confirmed if they were an item.

According to PEOPLE, after being engulfed in dating rumors for five years, Ashanti addressed their relationship in 2008 and stated, “Me and Nelly, we’re good friends. We kick it – hang out a lot.” In 2013, the couple made headlines again as fans speculated that they had parted ways.

A decade later in April 2023, Nelly and Ashanti broke the internet after rumors swirled that they had rekindled their romance. Nelly confirmed their dating status in September of that year and they got married in December.

What is Ashanti’s age?

Ashanti is 44 years old.

In 2003, Ashanti was approximately 22 to 23 years old, while Nelly was around 28 to 29 years old. This suggests that there’s about a six-year age gap between them when they initially met in 2003. However, the specifics of when their relationship started are not clearly defined.

What is Ashanti’s job and what do they do for a living?

Ashanti is a singer-songwriter and actress.

She has also featured in Nelly’s song “Body On Me.”The singer entered the music industry with her debut track “Foolish” in 2002. Ashanti has bagged a Grammy Award for her debut album titled Ashanti in 2003. Her other albums that did well on the charts are Chapter II, Braveheart, and more.

Do Nelly and Ashanti have kids?

Nelly and Ashanti have one kid.

Their kid’s name is Kareem Kenkaide Hayes, also known as KK. He was born on July 18, 2024. Ashanti had shared an image of herself on Instagram in August after welcoming her baby boy. Nelly also shares daughter Chanelle and son Cornell with former partner Channetta Valentine. He also adopted his sister’s kids Shawn and Sydney, after her death.

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2025-03-18 14:15