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Meet Marlene Wilkerson: Kyrie Irving’s Future Wife, A Lifestyle Guru, and CEO Extraordinaire
We all know Kyrie Irving as a dazzling point guard who can spin, dribble, and shoot his way into our hearts. But did you know that his dating life is as fast-paced as his crossover dribble?
Before Kyrie found his way to the land of marital bliss, he waltzed through a colorful array of beautiful women. First up, there was Breanna Barksdale, followed by the enchanting Chantel Jeffries. Kehlani Parrish then stole his heart, only to pass it to Natalia Garibotto. Andrea Wilson, Hannah Stocking, Teyana Taylor, and Krystyna Garcia all took turns in the Kyrie Irving dating game.
But wait, there’s a new player on the court – Introducing Marlene Wilkerson, Kyrie Irving girlfriend and soon-to-be wife, according to the grapevine.
Now, we know what you’re thinking: “Oh great, another athlete’s wife to fawn over.” But trust me, Marlene is no average basketball wife. So get ready to learn about one of the coolest basketball wives in the game!
Marlene Wilkerson and Kyrie Irving from her Instagram: “14 months postpartum and it’s my favorite journey yet. A teacher, leader, explorer, observer, and protector. The most gentle father and best friend. We celebrate your presence and impact daily✨ @blaircaldwell captured these beautiful photos almost 2 years ago with 24 hours notice 😫 @hotlikefirre came through with the last minute beat and @hair.byimani__ got my hair together. So grateful this last minute shoot came together and I am about to post these individually because, art by Blair, love by US💛 💁🏽♀️✨”
Kyrie Irving Wife to be – Who Is Marlene Wilkerson
California Girl with African American Roots
Marlene Wilkerson, the fiancée of basketball star Kyrie Irving, was born on August 18, 1993, in Compton, California, United States. Standing at a height of 5’7″ and weighing 52 kilograms or 114 lbs, Marlene possesses a slender physique.
While not much information is available about her father, it is known that he has African American roots. Consequently, Marlene was primarily raised by her single mother, Alaine Lee Lugo. Alaine, who worked as a registered nurse, has held the position of Administrator Director of Patient Care Services at Bethany HomeCare in Moreno Valley, California, since 1995.
Additionally, Marlene has a brother, but there is limited publicly available information about him.
Marlene Wilkerson from her Instagram: “555 Asé ✨🌻🍯”
Crystal Clean LA to CEO
After slaying the game at San Jacinto High School in California, Marlene went on to conquer the academic world and enrolled in California State University in Dominguez Hills in 2011.
In 2015, after four years of hard work and dedication, Marlene graduated with a degree in Marketing.
Marlene’s career journey was just as epic as her academic one. She began as a marketing associate for none other than Victoria’s Secret in November 2011. And you know what they say, once you’ve conquered the lingerie world, the restaurant industry is next, so, in 2014, Marlene decided to switch things up and become a server at Hillstone Restaurant.
A year later, she joined the marketing team at Crystal Clean LA, where she became the coolest marketing intern around. And in June 2015, our unstoppable Californian beauty founded her very own brand, The Find Guru, becoming the ultimate CEO boss babe.
Marlene Wilkerson from her Instagram: “Mama, Muva, Mut Mut ✨”
She Is A Lifestyle Guru and A Blogger
When Marlene isn’t busy ruling her empire; she’s a lifestyle guru, model, and blogger extraordinaire! Catch her on YouTube at ‘The Find Guru,’ where her virtual empire boasts an impressive 800K followers, spreading the good word of clean, healthy, and natural living.
And guess what? This fantastic channel was born on September 6, 2015, changing lives and inspiring us all to live our best lives ever since.
On Instagram, she’s amassed a stunning 414K followers who just can’t get enough of her mesmerizing posts.
Marlene Wilkerson from her Instagram: “Upgrades ✨”
Personal Details of Marlene Wilkerson
Name | Marlene Wilkerson |
Date of Birth | August 18, 1993 |
Age | 31 Years |
Place of Birth | Compton, California, United States |
Profession | Entrepreneur, Blogger, |
Nationality | African-American |
Father’s Name | N/A |
Mother’s Name | Alaine Lee Lugo |
Siblings | 1 brother |
Children | 2 sons |
Horoscope | Leo |
Social Media | Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube |
Marlene Wilkerson from her Instagram: “Switch it up from time to time…”
Unraveling Kyrie and Marlene’s Love Story
They Started Dating in 2018
Media sleuths estimate that Kyrie and Marlene’s romance kicked off in 2018, scoring points both on and off the court. Picture this: Kyrie’s Invitational Basketball Camp becomes the stage where these two lovebirds decide to shoot some hoops together in public.
In 2019, the couple sparked engagement rumors when Marlene was seen wearing a massive diamond ring on her finger in NYC. Paparazzi congratulated the couple on their engagement, and they didn’t deny it.
Marlene Wilkerson from her Instagram: “No balance just harmony ✨”
Instagram Drama and the Symbolic Declaration of Affection
However, a year later, Marlene and Kyrie hit the ‘unfollow’ button on each other’s Instagram profiles. But they quickly patched things up, and in August 2021, Kyrie posted a picture of them together with a caption that screamed love.
In a truly modern show of affection, Kyrie took to Instagram in August 2021 to share a picture of them together. The caption? “KALM energy. KALM presence. KALM in Love. My Ankh.” Talk about a creative way to declare their love, using emojis and cryptic symbols to seal the deal.
Marlene Wilkerson and Kyrie Irving from her Instagram: “14 months postpartum and it’s my favorite journey yet. A teacher, leader, explorer, observer, and protector. The most gentle father and best friend. We celebrate your presence and impact daily✨ @blaircaldwell captured these beautiful photos almost 2 years ago with 24 hours notice 😫 @hotlikefirre came through with the last minute beat and @hair.byimani__ got my hair together. So grateful this last minute shoot came together and I am about to post these individually because, art by Blair, love by US💛 💁🏽♀️✨”
Marlene Wilkerson from her Instagram: “Year of the Women ✨ Divine Feminine Energy”
Kyrie and Marlene Have Two Sons Together
From the previous relationship with his ex-girlfriend Andrea Wilson, Kyrie has a little princess, Azurie Elizabeth, who was born on November 23, 2015. She’s named after the real MVP, Kyrie’s beloved grandmother, Elizabeth. Whenever Kyrie steps onto the court, you’ll find him rocking shoes proudly displaying his daughter’s initials.
Now, onto the newest recruits to their starting lineup. He and his finance Marlene has welcomed two bouncing baby boys. Their first son, Kaire Irving, joined the team in June 2021, bringing all his dad’s handles and hoop dreams with him.
And as for their second little baller? Well, their baby’s name still remains a mystery, but we do know this youngster arrived in early October 2022.
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