Linnethia Monique "NeNe" Leakes is an American television personality, actress, entrepreneur, and author. She rose to fame as a breakout star on the reality series "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" and is known for her bold personality, sharp wit, and outspoken nature.
Biodata
- Full Name: Linnethia Monique Johnson (née Leakes)
- Birthdate: December 13, 1967
- Birthplace: Queens, New York, USA
- Religion: Not publicly disclosed
Career
- The Real Housewives of Atlanta: Gained prominence as an original cast member on the hit reality show, appearing from 2008 to 2020.
- Acting: Appeared in shows like "Glee," "The New Normal," and Broadway's "Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella."
- Other Ventures: Has her own clothing line, written books, and hosted various television shows.
Net Worth
- Estimated Net Worth: $14 million (USD)
Social Media
- Instagram: @neneleakes (https://www.instagram.com/neneleakes/)
- Twitter: @NeNeLeakes (https://twitter.com/NeNeLeakes)
Interesting Facts
- Former Exotic Dancer: Briefly worked as a dancer to support herself.
- Fashion Entrepreneur: Owns the clothing boutique Swagg and hosts fashion segments for HSN.
- Philanthropy: Supports various charities related to women and children.
Controversy
- Feuds & Outspokenness: Known for clashes with co-stars and her unapologetic, often confrontational style.
- RHOA Departure: Left "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" amidst allegations of a hostile work environment and salary disputes.
- Discrimination Lawsuit: Filed a discrimination lawsuit against Bravo and production companies involved with RHOA in 2022, alleging they fostered a racist workplace.
Nene Leakes' Impact
Nene Leakes is a polarizing figure in reality television whose brash personality and memorable catchphrases earned her both dedicated fans and vocal critics. Her influence stretches beyond reality TV through her business endeavors and social media presence.
References
- Nene Leakes Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NeNe_Leakes
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