History of Kenya Moore in Timeline

Kenya Moore is an American actress, author, entrepreneur, television personality, and beauty pageant titleholder, having won Miss USA in 1993. She is best known for her role as a main cast member on the reality television series, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, since 2012. Her multifaceted career spans entertainment and business ventures.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 24, 1971: Kenya Moore's Birth

On January 24, 1971, Kenya Summer Moore was born in Detroit, Michigan. She later became an actress, author, entrepreneur, television personality, and Miss USA 1993.

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1989: Graduation from Cass Technical High School

In 1989, Kenya Moore graduated from Cass Technical High School. While in high school, she experienced domestic violence.

January 1992: Cover Girl for Ebony Man Magazine

In January 1992, Kenya Moore was the cover girl for Ebony Man magazine, marking a milestone in her modeling career.

1993: Kenya Moore Won Miss USA

In 1993, Kenya Moore won Miss USA, becoming the second African American woman to win the title. She then represented the United States at Miss Universe 1993, reaching the top six.

1993: Winning Miss Michigan USA and Miss USA

In 1993, at age 22, Kenya Moore won Miss Michigan USA and subsequently became the second African American woman to win Miss USA. She also represented the United States at Miss Universe 1993, reaching the top six.

1995: Appearance in Waiting to Exhale

In 1995, Kenya Moore appeared in the film Waiting to Exhale.

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1996: Appearance in Music Videos

In 1996, Kenya Moore appeared in the music videos for Nas's "Street Dreams" and Shai's "I Don't Wanna Be Alone".

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1998: Appearance in "Money Ain't a Thang" Music Video and Senseless

In 1998, Kenya Moore appeared in Jermaine Dupri's "Money Ain't a Thang" music video and in the film Senseless.

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1998: Appearance on The Steve Harvey Show

In 1998, Kenya Moore appeared on The Steve Harvey Show.

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2000: Appearance in Trois

In 2000, Kenya Moore appeared in the film Trois.

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2003: Appearance in Deliver Us from Eva

In 2003, Kenya Moore appeared in the film Deliver Us from Eva.

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2004: Appearance on Girlfriends

In 2004, Kenya Moore appeared on the TV show Girlfriends.

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2005: Appearance in Brothers in Arms

In 2005, Kenya Moore appeared in the film Brothers in Arms.

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2006: Appearance in Cloud 9

In 2006, Kenya Moore appeared in the film Cloud 9.

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November 28, 2007: Publication of "Game, Get Some!: What Women Really Want"

On November 28, 2007, Kenya Moore published her book, "Game, Get Some!: What Women Really Want", a self-help and conduct guide containing relationship advice and personal experiences.

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2007: Appearance in I Know Who Killed Me

In 2007, Kenya Moore appeared in the film I Know Who Killed Me.

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2008: Launch of Moore Vision Media

In 2008, Kenya Moore launched her own production company, Moore Vision Media.

August 24, 2010: Release of The Confidant

On August 24, 2010, Moore Vision Media's first production, The Confidant, was released by Universal Vivendi.

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2010: Appearance in Trapped: Haitian Nights

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

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May 2012: Joining The Real Housewives of Atlanta

In May 2012, Kenya Moore joined the cast of Bravo's The Real Housewives of Atlanta for its fifth season.

2012: Kenya Moore Joined The Real Housewives of Atlanta

In 2012, Kenya Moore began starring on the reality TV series, The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

2012: Release of "Gone With the Wind Fabulous"

In 2012, Kenya Moore released her debut single, "Gone With the Wind Fabulous."

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

In 2013, Kenya Moore released her exercise video, "Kenya Moore: Booty Boot Camp", rivaling Phaedra Parks' workout video.

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2014: Launch of Kenya Moore Haircare

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

2015: Casting on The Celebrity Apprentice

In 2015, Kenya Moore was cast on The Celebrity Apprentice 7.

June 2017: Marriage to Marc Daly

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

2017: Death of Grandmother Doris Grant

In 2017, Kenya Moore's paternal grandmother, Doris Grant (born in 1931), who raised her, passed away.

April 2018: Announcement of First Pregnancy

In April 2018, Kenya Moore announced that she and Marc Daly were expecting their first child.

November 4, 2018: Birth of Daughter

On November 4, 2018, Kenya Moore gave birth to a daughter.

August 2021: Filing for Divorce from Marc Daly

In August 2021, Kenya Moore filed for divorce from Marc Daly.

September 2021: Participation in Dancing with the Stars Season 30

In September 2021, Kenya Moore was announced as a celebrity contestant on season 30 of Dancing with the Stars. She finished in 10th place.

November 2021: Starring in The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip

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

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2021: Participation in Dancing with the Stars

In 2021, Kenya Moore participated in Dancing with the Stars.

2023: Appearance in Special Forces: World's Toughest Test

In 2023, Kenya Moore appeared in Special Forces: World's Toughest Test.

June 2024: Divorce Finalized

In June 2024, Kenya Moore's divorce from Marc Daly was finalized.

June 2024: Exit from The Real Housewives of Atlanta

In June 2024, it was reported that Kenya Moore would be exiting The Real Housewives of Atlanta following her suspension during the production of the sixteenth season, due to allegations of revealing sexually explicit pictures of Brittany Eady.