History of Kendra Wilkinson in Timeline

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Kendra Wilkinson

Kendra Wilkinson is an American television personality and real estate agent known for her association with Hugh Hefner and her role in the reality television series 'The Girls Next Door,' which chronicled life at the Playboy Mansion. While not a Playmate, she appeared in nude pictorials with her co-stars. Following 'The Girls Next Door,' she starred in her own reality shows, 'Kendra' and 'Kendra on Top,' further showcasing her personal life and career.


4 hours ago : Kendra Wilkinson Discusses Playboy, Feud with Holly Madison, and Hugh Hefner

Kendra Wilkinson addresses her relationship with Hugh Hefner, describing it as 'heavenly'. She also comments on her current standing with fellow Playboy Playmate, Holly Madison, and the dynamics with other playmates.

November 5, 1983: Patti and Eric Wilkinson's Marriage

On November 5, 1983, Kendra Wilkinson's parents, Patti and Eric Wilkinson, were married.

June 12, 1985: Kendra Wilkinson's Birth

On June 12, 1985, Kendra Leigh Wilkinson was born. She later became a television personality and real estate agent.

March 25, 1994: Patti and Eric Wilkinson's Divorce

On March 25, 1994, Kendra Wilkinson's parents, Patti and Eric Wilkinson, divorced when Kendra was eight years old.

April 2004: Meeting Hugh Hefner

In April 2004, Kendra Wilkinson met Hugh Hefner at his 78th birthday party, leading to her becoming one of his girlfriends and moving into the Playboy Mansion.

December 2004: Death of Gloria Wilkinson

In December 2004, Kendra Wilkinson's grandmother, Gloria Wilkinson, passed away.

December 2005: Philadelphia Eagles Blogger

In December 2005, Kendra Wilkinson became a regular blogger columnist on the website of the Philadelphia Eagles.

2005: The Girls Next Door Debut

In 2005, Kendra Wilkinson gained recognition on the E! reality television series The Girls Next Door, which documented her life in the Playboy Mansion.

2005: Reality TV Stardom

Since 2005, Kendra Wilkinson began starring in a reality show; First The Girls Next Door.

2006: Playboy Special Edition Sexy 100 Appearance

In 2006, Kendra Wilkinson appeared in the Playboy Special Edition Sexy 100.

August 30, 2007: Celebrity Rap Superstar Debut

On August 30, 2007, Kendra Wilkinson debuted as a rapper on MTV's Celebrity Rap Superstar, rapping to Ludacris' "Fantasy."

2007: WWE Raw Appearance

In 2007, Kendra Wilkinson appeared on an episode of WWE Raw with Bridget Marquardt.

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August 13, 2008: Olive Garden's Biggest Celebrity Fan

On August 13, 2008, the Wall Street Journal reported that Kendra Wilkinson was Olive Garden's "Biggest Celebrity Fan."

September 22, 2008: Engagement Rumors

On September 22, 2008, the International Business Times reported that Kendra Wilkinson was engaged to Hank Baskett, which she initially denied.

October 7, 2008: Relationship Confirmation

On October 7, 2008, Kendra Wilkinson admitted to being in a relationship with Hank Baskett during an interview with Chelsea Handler on Chelsea Lately.

November 6, 2008: Engagement Announcement

On November 6, 2008, E! Online announced that Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett were engaged after he proposed the previous Saturday at the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington.

2008: Home Run Productions LLC

In 2008, Kendra Wilkinson allegedly set up a company, Home Run Productions LLC, through which she made several attempts to sell sex tapes.

June 7, 2009: "Kendra" Premiere

On June 7, 2009, Kendra premiered on E! with 2.6 million viewers, making it the highest-rated reality debut for the network since 2002's premiere of The Anna Nicole Show.

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June 11, 2009: Pregnancy Announcement

On June 11, 2009, Kendra Wilkinson announced that she was pregnant with her first child.

June 27, 2009: Marriage to Hank Baskett

On June 27, 2009, Kendra Wilkinson married Hank Baskett at the Playboy Mansion.

September 9, 2009: Baby Shower

On September 9, 2009, Kendra Wilkinson's friends hosted a baby shower for her.

December 2009: Birth of First Child

In December 2009, Kendra Wilkinson gave birth to her first child, a boy.

2009: Leaving the Playboy Mansion

In 2009, Kendra Wilkinson moved out of the Playboy Mansion after meeting Hank Baskett and began filming her own spin-off reality show for E! called Kendra.

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2009: Departure from Playboy Mansion and "Kendra" premiere

In 2009, Kendra Wilkinson moved out of the Playboy Mansion and began filming her own spin-off reality show, Kendra, on E!.

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March 17, 2010: E! True Hollywood Story Premiere

On March 17, 2010, Kendra Wilkinson's E! True Hollywood Story premiered on E!.

May 2010: Sex Tape Controversy

In May 2010, a video recording of Kendra Wilkinson having sex with a then-unidentified man surfaced, leading to legal threats and controversy.

July 6, 2010: "Sliding Into Home" Publication

On July 6, 2010, Kendra Wilkinson published her memoir, Sliding Into Home.

January 9, 2011: "Kendra" Series Finale

On January 9, 2011, the 33rd and final episode of Kendra, the third-season finale, debuted.

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May 3, 2011: Dancing with the Stars Elimination

On May 3, 2011, Kendra Wilkinson was eliminated in the seventh week of Dancing with the Stars, partnered with Louis Van Amstel.

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October 20, 2011: "Being Kendra: Cribs, Cocktails, and Getting My Sexy Back" Publication

On October 20, 2011, Kendra Wilkinson's second book, Being Kendra: Cribs, Cocktails, and Getting My Sexy Back, was published by It Books.

November 2011: KendraWilkinson.com Launch

In November 2011, Kendra Wilkinson launched her personal website, KendraWilkinson.com.

2011: Parting Ways with E!

In 2011, Kendra Wilkinson parted ways with E!.

2011: "Kendra" Show End

In 2011, Kendra's show, Kendra, concluded its run on E! after three seasons.

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June 5, 2012: "Kendra on Top" Premiere on WE tv

On June 5, 2012, Kendra Wilkinson and her family started a new reality show on WE tv, Kendra on Top.

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2012: "Kendra on Top" Premiere

In 2012, Kendra Wilkinson began starring in her own reality show, Kendra on Top.

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February 26, 2013: Celebrity Wife Swap Appearance

On February 26, 2013, Kendra Wilkinson appeared on an episode of Celebrity Wife Swap with Kate Gosselin.

April 20, 2013: Automobile Accident

On April 20, 2013, Kendra Wilkinson was involved in another automobile accident on a California freeway, resulting in a minor hemorrhagic stroke.

October 31, 2013: Second Pregnancy Announcement

On October 31, 2013, Kendra Wilkinson announced that she was pregnant with her second child.

2013: Charity Golf Tournament Host

In 2013, Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett hosted the fifth annual charity golf tournament for Baskett's father's foundation, the Oasis Children's Advocacy Center.

May 2014: Birth of Daughter

In May 2014, Kendra Wilkinson gave birth to a daughter.

November 2014: "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!" Contestant

In November 2014, Kendra Wilkinson was a contestant on the 14th series of the British reality television series I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!, finishing in sixth place.

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September 2016: Charity Basketball Game Participation

In September 2016, Kendra Wilkinson and her son participated in a charity basketball game, whose proceeds went to Stand Up To Cancer.

December 2016: Payaway the Layaway Event

In December 2016, Kendra Wilkinson hosted an event for nonprofit organization Payaway the Layaway at Kmart in California, paying layaways for 18 families.

April 28, 2017: Marriage Bootcamp: Family Edition

On April 28, 2017, Kendra Wilkinson, Hank Baskett and her mother were one of the families featured on the WE reality show Marriage Bootcamp: Family Edition.

May 2017: "Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man" Debut

In May 2017, Kendra Wilkinson portrayed Robyn in a play live on stage, Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man at Anthony Cools Theatre.

November 2017: Second Payaway the Layaway Event

In November 2017, Kendra Wilkinson teamed up with Payaway the Layaway for the second time and paid layaways for families at Kmart on North Las Vegas Boulevard, paying off nearly $4,000 worth of layaway balances of ten families.

2017: "Kendra on Top" Show End

In 2017, Kendra on Top concluded its run.

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April 6, 2018: Divorce Filing

On April 6, 2018, Kendra Wilkinson filed for divorce from Hank Baskett, seeking restoration of her maiden name in the process.

June 2020: Real Estate Exam Passed

In June 2020, Kendra Wilkinson passed the California real estate exam.

November 17, 2021: "Kendra Sells Hollywood" Premiere on Discovery+

On November 17, 2021, Discovery+ premiered Kendra Wilkinson's new reality series, Kendra Sells Hollywood, which covered her new career as a real estate agent in Los Angeles.

2021: "Kendra Sells Hollywood" Premiere

In 2021, Kendra Wilkinson had a career resurgence as a real estate agent and began starring in her own real estate-focused show Kendra Sells Hollywood.

February 3, 2022: "Kendra Sells Hollywood" Renewal

On February 3, 2022, Kendra Sells Hollywood was renewed for a second season.

May 26, 2023: "Kendra Sells Hollywood" Season 2 Premiere

On May 26, 2023, the second season of Kendra Sells Hollywood premiered on Max.

2023: "Kendra Sells Hollywood" Conclusion

Kendra Wilkinson's real estate-focused show Kendra Sells Hollywood ended in 2023 after two seasons.

January 2024: Depression Revelation

In a January 2024 interview with People magazine, Kendra Wilkinson revealed she has been struggling with depression.