History of Porsha Williams in Timeline
Porsha Williams is an American television personality, singer, actress, and activist. She gained prominence as a star on The Real Housewives of Atlanta (2012-2021, rejoining 2024) and in her spin-off series, Porsha's Family Matters. She also co-hosted Dish Nation (2013-2021) and Bravo's Chat Room (2020).
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.
2005: Opened Daycare Facility and Modeled for Calendar
In 2005, at age 24, Porsha Williams opened a daycare facility, inspired by her parents' careers. Also in 2005, she 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, with the wedding filmed and broadcast on the WE tv series Platinum Weddings.
2011: Married Kordell Stewart
Porsha Williams married Kordell Stewart in 2011.
September 2012: Cast for The Real Housewives of Atlanta
In September 2012, Bravo announced that Porsha Williams and Kenya Moore were cast for the fifth season of the reality television series The Real Housewives of Atlanta.
2012: Joined The Real Housewives of Atlanta
In 2012, Porsha Williams began starring on the reality series The Real Housewives of Atlanta.
March 2013: Kordell Stewart Filed for Divorce
In March 2013, after approximately two years of marriage, Kordell Stewart filed for divorce from Porsha Williams.
December 2013: Controversy over Underground Railroad Comments and Joined Kandi Burruss's Musical
After an episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta broadcast in December 2013, Porsha Williams received criticism for comments about the Underground Railroad. In December 2013, she also joined the cast of Kandi Burruss's stage musical A Mother's Love.
December 2013: Divorce Finalized
In December 2013, Porsha Williams's divorce from Kordell Stewart was finalized.
2013: Became Co-host of Dish Nation
From 2013, 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
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, Bravo announced that Porsha Williams had signed on to return as a main cast member of The Real Housewives of Atlanta.
January 28, 2016: Participated on The New Celebrity Apprentice
On January 28, 2016, Porsha Williams was announced as a contestant on The New Celebrity Apprentice.
2017: Relationship with Dennis McKinley
In 2017, Porsha Williams began a relationship with entrepreneur Dennis McKinley.
September 19, 2018: Announced Pregnancy
On September 19, 2018, Porsha Williams announced her pregnancy.
February 17, 2019: Proposal Shown on The Real Housewives of Atlanta
On February 17, 2019, Porsha Williams's proposal was shown on The Real Housewives of Atlanta (S11 Ep15).
March 2019: Birth of Pilar Jhena McKinley
In March 2019, Porsha Williams gave birth to her daughter Pilar Jhena McKinley with Dennis McKinley.
March 22, 2019: Gave Birth to Pilar Jhena
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 and Dennis McKinley had reunited after a brief split in June 2019.
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.
2020: Co-host of Bravo's Chat Room
In 2020, Porsha Williams was co-host of Bravo's Chat Room, alongside Gizelle Bryant, Hannah Berner and Kate Chastain.
2020: Ended Relationship with Dennis McKinley
Porsha Williams ended her relationship with entrepreneur Dennis McKinley in 2020.
2021: Starred in Porsha's Family Matters
In 2021, Porsha Williams departed The Real Housewives of Atlanta after its thirteenth season to star in Porsha's Family Matters, a spin-off series.
2021: Left The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Co-host of Dish Nation
In 2021, Porsha Williams departed The Real Housewives of Atlanta. She also ceased being a co-host of Dish Nation in 2021.
2021: Published Memoir "The Pursuit of Porsha"
In 2021, Porsha Williams published her memoir, "The Pursuit of Porsha".
November 25, 2022: Married Simon Guobadia (Traditional Nigerian Wedding)
On November 25, 2022, Porsha Williams married Nigerian businessman Simon Guobadia in a traditional Nigerian wedding.
March 2023: Starred in The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip
In March 2023, Porsha Williams starred in the third season of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip, replacing Tinsley Mortimer.
February 2024: Announced Return to The Real Housewives of Atlanta
In February 2024, Porsha Williams announced via an Instagram video that she would be returning to The Real Housewives of Atlanta after a two-season hiatus.
February 2024: Filed for Divorce from Simon Guobadia
In February 2024, Porsha Williams filed for divorce from Simon Guobadia after 15 months of marriage.
2024: Rejoined The Real Housewives of Atlanta
In 2024, Porsha Williams rejoined the cast of the reality series The Real Housewives of Atlanta.
June 2025: Cast of Peacock's "The Traitors"
In June 2025, Porsha Williams was named to the cast of Peacock’s reality competition show “The Traitors” for Season 4.
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