History of Porsha Williams in Timeline

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

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

June 22, 1981: Porsha Williams Born

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 Daycare Facility and Modeled for Calendar

In 2005, at age 24, Porsha Williams opened a daycare facility and 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 Platinum Weddings.

2011: Married Kordell Stewart

Porsha Williams was married to Kordell Stewart from 2011 to 2013.

September 2012: Cast on The Real Housewives of Atlanta

In September 2012, it was announced that Porsha Williams and Kenya Moore were cast for the fifth season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

2012: Joined The Real Housewives of Atlanta

In 2012, Porsha Williams starred on the reality series The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

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's divorce from Kordell Stewart was finalized.

December 2013: Underground Railroad Comments and Musical Role

In December 2013, after an episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Porsha Williams received criticism for comments about the Underground Railroad. She also joined the cast of Kandi Burruss's stage musical A Mother's Love.

2013: Co-host of Dish Nation

From 2013 until 2021, Porsha Williams served as co-host of Dish Nation.

2013: Divorced Kordell Stewart

Porsha Williams divorced Kordell Stewart in 2013.

March 17, 2014: Released "Flatline" on iTunes

On March 17, 2014, Porsha Williams released her debut single "Flatline" through the iTunes Store.

December 29, 2014: Arrested for speeding with suspended license

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

2014: Released Debut Single "Flatline"

In 2014, Porsha Williams released her debut single, "Flatline."

September 2015: Returned to The Real Housewives of Atlanta

In September 2015, Porsha Williams signed on to return as a main cast member of The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

January 28, 2016: Participated in The New Celebrity Apprentice

On January 28, 2016, Porsha Williams participated as a contestant on The New Celebrity Apprentice.

September 19, 2018: Announced Pregnancy

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

2018: Dated Dennis McKinley

From 2018 to 2020, Porsha Williams dated Dennis McKinley.

February 17, 2019: Proposal Shown on RHOA

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

March 2019: Gave Birth to Pilar Jhena

In March 2019, Porsha Williams gave birth to her first child, Pilar Jhena.

March 22, 2019: Gave Birth to Daughter

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

August 2019: Reunited With Dennis McKinley

In August 2019, Porsha Williams reunited with Dennis McKinley 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.