Shamari DeVoe Biography
Shamari DeVoe (Shamari Jaqua Fears) is an American dancer, actress, and singer-songwriter who gained fame for being the lead singer in the pop/R&B girl group Blaque. She also previously starred in The Real Housewives of Atlanta. In addition to this, she is also among the cast members of VH1 Couples Retreat alongside her husband Ronnie DeVoe.
Shamari DeVoe Education
DeVoe attended a local school in Atlanta, Georgia. Right after she graduated from high school, she joined Georgia State University and graduated in 2013 attaining her bachelor of arts degree in Sociology.
Shamari DeVoe Career
DeVoe is a dancer, actress, and singer-songwriter who was discovered by Lisa Lopes, an American rapper. She, later on, founded Blague alongside Natina Reed and Brandi Williams. In 1997, the group (Blaque) made its first appearance on stage in the music video for Lil’ Kim’s “Not Tonight”. The launch of their first album in 1999 sold more than 1.5 million copies and was also certified Platinum. Additionally, Blaque was also the fourth “Best New Artist” in 1999 by Billboard.
Shamari also acted in the comedy film Bring It On in 2000 where she played Lava, a cheerleader. Prior to Blaque splitting in 2008, they had gone on a break for several years. Unfortunately, in 2012, Natina Reed passed away after being hit by a car. Shamari alongside her group member Brandi Williams still performs in concerts and tours.
Shamari DeVoe: The Real Housewives of Atlanta
DeVoe joined The Real Housewives of Atlanta for the first time in November 2018. She joined the Bravo TV series while it was on its eleventh season. It was publicized on 26 September 2019, that Shamari would not be returning for the twelfth season. The reason why she left the reality show is that she had to focus on her and her husband Ronnie DeVoe by the name of Me & Mari. The couple also released their single by the name of “Love Comes Through” on December 7, 2018.
Shamari DeVoe: VH1 Couples Retreat
DeVoe is among the cast couples of the reality TV series VH1 Couples Retreat season two. She joined the TV series in its first season and is still on the show alongside her husband Ronnie DeVoe. Apart from Shammari and Ronnie, the show features other couples who together will venture into vacation and participate in uncensored conversations about how the celebrity lifestyle is affecting their relationships, mental health, and normal lives. The other couples on the show include Claudia Jordan and Kj Dispute; Jess Hilarious and Daniel Parsons; Styles P and Adjua Styles; and Nick Young and Keonna Green.
Shamari DeVoe Age
DeVoe was born on February 22, 1980, in Detroit, Michigan, U.S. She is 44 years old.
Shamari DeVoe Height
DeVoe stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches tall.
Shamari DeVoe Parents|Sisters
DeVoe has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight hence she has not disclosed any information about her parents. It is also not known if DeVoe has any siblings.
Shamari DeVoe Husband|Ronnie DeVoe
DeVoe is happily married to her long-time boyfriend, Ronnie DeVoe. The couple tied the knot on March 10, 2006, and are still together to this date. Ronnie and Shamari are blessed with twin boys. Furthermore, she joined Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority in December 2014.
Shamari DeVoe Children(twins)
DeVoe and her husband Ronnie welcomed their twin sons by the names of Ronald DeVoeand Romanin DeVoe 2017. As of 2021 are 4 years old.
Shamari DeVoe Net Worth
DeVoe has an estimated net worth ranging between $2 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a dancer, actress, and singer-songwriter.