History of Kenya Moore in Timeline

Kenya Summer Moore is an American multi-talented personality known for her work as an actress, TV personality, author, and former beauty queen. She gained prominence by winning the Miss USA title in 1993. Since 2012, she has been a main cast member on the popular reality TV series, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, starting from its fifth season.

1931: Birth of Kenya Moore's Grandmother

Kenya Moore's paternal grandmother, Doris Grant, who played a significant role in raising her, was born in 1931.

January 24, 1971: Kenya Moore is born

On January 24, 1971, Kenya Summer Moore was born in Detroit, Michigan.

1989: Kenya Moore Graduates High School

Kenya Moore graduated from Cass Technical High School in 1989.

January 1992: Kenya Moore Featured on Ebony Man Magazine

Kenya Moore was featured as the cover girl for Ebony Man magazine in January 1992.

1993: Representing the US at Miss Universe

After winning Miss USA 1993, Kenya Moore represented the United States in the Miss Universe competition, where she finished in the top six.

1993: Kenya Moore Wins Miss USA

In 1993, Kenya Moore won the Miss USA pageant, becoming the second African American woman to hold the title.

1995: Kenya Moore Appears in "Waiting to Exhale"

Kenya Moore appeared in the film "Waiting to Exhale" in 1995.

1996: Kenya Moore Featured in Music Videos

In 1996, Kenya Moore was featured in prominent music videos, including Nas's "Street Dreams" and Shai's "I Don't Wanna Be Alone.

1998: Kenya Moore Appears in Music Videos

Kenya Moore appeared in several music videos, including Jermaine Dupri's "Money Ain't a Thang" in 1998.

1998: Kenya Moore Appears in "The Steve Harvey Show"

Kenya Moore made an appearance on "The Steve Harvey Show" in 1998.

2000: Kenya Moore Stars in "Trois"

Kenya Moore starred in the film "Trois" in 2000.

2003: Kenya Moore Appears in "Deliver Us from Eva"

Kenya Moore had a role in the film "Deliver Us from Eva" in 2003.

2004: Kenya Moore Guest Stars on "Girlfriends"

Kenya Moore made a guest appearance on the television series "Girlfriends" in 2004.

2005: Kenya Moore in "Brothers in Arms"

Kenya Moore appeared in the action film "Brothers in Arms" in 2005.

2006: Kenya Moore Stars in "Cloud 9"

Kenya Moore starred in the film "Cloud 9" in 2006.

November 28, 2007: Kenya Moore Publishes "Game, Get Some!"

Kenya Moore published her book titled "Game, Get Some!: What Women Really Want" on November 28, 2007, offering relationship advice and personal experiences.

2007: Kenya Moore in "I Know Who Killed Me"

Kenya Moore had a role in the film "I Know Who Killed Me" in 2007.

2008: Kenya Moore Founds Moore Vision Media

Kenya Moore established her production company, Moore Vision Media, in 2008.

August 24, 2010: Release of "The Confidant"

Kenya Moore's production company, Moore Vision Media, released the film "The Confidant" on August 24, 2010, through Universal Vivendi.

2010: Kenya Moore in "Trapped: Haitian Nights"

Kenya Moore appeared in the film "Trapped: Haitian Nights" in 2010.

May 2012: Kenya Moore Joins "Real Housewives of Atlanta"

Kenya Moore joined the cast of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" in May 2012, marking her entry into the popular reality series.

2012: Kenya Moore Releases Debut Single

In 2012, Kenya Moore ventured into music with the release of her debut single titled "Gone With the Wind Fabulous."

2012: Kenya Moore Joins Real Housewives

Kenya Moore joined the cast of Bravo's reality series "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" in 2012, marking the beginning of her fifth season on the show.

2013: Launch of "Kenya Moore: Booty Boot Camp"

Kenya Moore released her workout video, "Kenya Moore: Booty Boot Camp," in 2013.

2014: Kenya Moore Launches Haircare Line

In 2014, Kenya Moore launched her brand of hair care products, named "Kenya Moore Haircare."

2015: Kenya Moore Appears on "Celebrity Apprentice"

In 2015, Kenya Moore appeared as a contestant on the reality competition show "The Celebrity Apprentice 7."

June 2017: Kenya Moore Marries Marc Daly

Kenya Moore married businessman and restaurant owner Marc Daly in June 2017.

2017: Death of Kenya Moore's Grandmother

Doris Grant, Kenya Moore's paternal grandmother, passed away in 2017.

April 2018: Kenya Moore Announces Pregnancy

In April 2018, Kenya Moore announced she was expecting her first child with husband Marc Daly.

November 4, 2018: Kenya Moore Welcomes Daughter

Kenya Moore gave birth to her daughter on November 4, 2018.

August 2021: Kenya Moore Files for Divorce

Kenya Moore filed for divorce from Marc Daly in August 2021.

September 2021: Kenya Moore Competes on "Dancing with the Stars"

Kenya Moore participated in season 30 of "Dancing with the Stars," which premiered in September 2021. She and her dance partner finished in 10th place.

November 2021: Kenya Moore Stars in "Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip"

Kenya Moore starred in "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip," a spin-off featuring women from the "Real Housewives" franchise, which premiered on Peacock in November 2021.