Childhood and Education Journey of Porsha Williams in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Porsha Williams. A timeline of key moments.

Porsha Williams is an American television personality, singer, actress, and activist, best known for her role on The Real Housewives of Atlanta (2012-2021, rejoined in 2024) and her spin-off series, Porsha's Family Matters. She also co-hosted Dish Nation (2013-2021) and Bravo's Chat Room in 2020.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

June 22, 1981: Porsha Williams' Birth

On June 22, 1981, Porsha Dyanne Williams was born. She is an American television personality, singer, actress and activist.

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2005: Opened a daycare facility and modeled for Atlanta Dymes

In 2005, at the age of 24, Porsha Williams opened a daycare facility, inspired by her parents' careers. Also in 2005, Williams modeled for a "pin-up" calendar for the Atlanta Dymes.

2009: Met Kordell Stewart

In 2009, Porsha Williams met football player Kordell Stewart.

May 2011: Married Kordell Stewart

In May 2011, Porsha Williams married Kordell Stewart. The wedding was filmed and broadcast on the WE tv series Platinum Weddings.

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2011: Married Kordell Stewart

In 2011, Porsha Williams was married to Kordell Stewart.

March 2013: Stewart Filed for Divorce

In March 2013, after approximately two years of marriage, Kordell Stewart filed for divorce from Porsha Williams.

December 2013: Divorce Finalized

In December 2013, Porsha Williams' divorce from Kordell Stewart was finalized.

2013: Divorced Kordell Stewart

In 2013, Porsha Williams divorced Kordell Stewart.

December 29, 2014: Arrested for Speeding

On December 29, 2014, Porsha Williams was arrested for speeding with a suspended license, but was released the same day.

September 19, 2018: Pregnancy Announcement

On September 19, 2018, Porsha Williams announced her pregnancy.

2018: Started Dating Dennis McKinley

In 2018, Porsha Williams started dating entrepreneur Dennis McKinley.

February 17, 2019: Engagement to Dennis McKinley Aired

On February 17, 2019, Porsha Williams' engagement to Dennis McKinley was shown on The Real Housewives of Atlanta (S11 Ep15).

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March 2019: Birth of Pilar Jhena

In March 2019, Porsha Williams gave birth to their first child, Pilar Jhena ("PJ").

March 22, 2019: Birth of Daughter Pilar Jhena

On March 22, 2019, Porsha Williams gave birth to her daughter, Pilar Jhena, which was showcased on her first spin-off Porsha's Having a Baby.

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August 2019: Reunion with Dennis McKinley

By August 2019, Porsha Williams and Dennis McKinley had reunited after a brief split in June.

July 15, 2020: Arrested at Protest

On July 15, 2020, Porsha Williams was among 87 protesters arrested outside the home of Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, calling for the arrest of officers involved in the shooting of Breonna Taylor. She was charged with intimidating a participant in a legal process, disorderly conduct, and criminal trespass, and was released the next day.