Kyrie Irving, the talented point guard of the Dallas Mavericks, has been quite private about his personal life, especially when it comes to his wife, Marlene Wilkerson.
However, despite their efforts to keep their relationship under wraps, we’ve managed to uncover some fascinating facts about Marlene and their life together.
Who Is Marlene Wilkerson?
Marlene Wilkerson, also known as “Nene” to her family and friends, was born on August 18, 1993, in Los Angeles, California. Growing up in LA, Marlene was close to her brother and aunts and uncles, who were of a similar age to her.
After graduating from high school, she enrolled at California State University, Dominguez Hills, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in business marketing.
Marlene’s entrepreneurial spirit was evident even during her college days. She started her online shop, The Fine Guru, as a final college assignment, which eventually evolved into a successful business.
Using social media marketing, Marlene sold clothing items that she promoted on Instagram and YouTube, creating a “one-stop shop” where followers could find anything she wore on her social media platforms.
Her Rise to Social Media Fame
In 2015, Marlene started posting on YouTube, initially to promote her clothing company, but eventually sharing personal videos about her life, including beauty tips, fashion advice, and her fitness routine.
Today, she has amassed over 750,000 subscribers on the platform, with whom she has shared different stages of her life, including becoming a parent alongside Irving.
Her Relationship with Kyrie Irving
Marlene and Kyrie Irving were first spotted together in 2018 at the Kyrie Invitational, his youth basketball tournament. Although they never officially confirmed their relationship, Marlene was seen wearing an engagement ring less than a year later.
The couple has been private about their relationship, but they have referred to each other as husband and wife, and have welcomed two children together.
Their Children
Marlene and Kyrie have two children, a son, and a daughter, whom they have kept out of the public eye. They decided to keep both pregnancies a secret, only sharing the news after the birth of their children.
In a YouTube video, Marlene shared her experience of having a natural, unassisted water birth at home, which was one of the reasons they decided to keep the milestone under wraps.
Their Marriage
Although Marlene and Kyrie haven’t confirmed if they officially wed, she has referred to him as her spouse. In a YouTube video, she called him “the greatest partner, the greatest husband I could ever have.”
The couple has been private about their relationship, but they have made a few public appearances together, including their red carpet debut at the 2023 ESPY Awards.
