Derek Fisher Wife: Relationships & Net Worth

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Derek Fisher’s ex-wife, Candace Fisher, has been almost invisible from the limelight after her divorce from the former NBA player.

Their divorce made quite a headline since the pair had been together for a decade, but as they say, it is all a game of destiny. Derek, not much later, found love again.

For many who aren’t aware, Gloria Govan is the second wife of the Los Angeles Sparks coach. Both Derek and Gloria have had past relationship issues and stepped together into their second marriages.

Derek Fisher with wife Gloria Govan
Derek Fisher with wife Gloria Govan (Source: Instagram)

Candace Fisher is mostly known for her relationship with the former basketball player, especially because she has managed to keep her life very private.

On the other hand, the player’s current wife, Gloria, actively engages in the Hollywood industry lifestyle through her work as an actor and reality star.

To get a few swift insights, let us look at some of the quick facts about Derek Fisher’s wife.

Derek Fisher Wife: Quick Facts

Full Name Candace Fisher (First Wife)
Date of Birth February 1, 1976
Birth Place Not Known
Nick Name Candace
Religion Christian
Nationality American
Ethnicity Black
Zodiac Sign Aquarius
Age 45 years old
Height Not Known
Weight Not Known
Hair Color Dark Brown
Eye Color Black
Build Large
Father’s Name Not Known
Mother’s Name Not Known
Education Not Known
Marital Status Divorced
Ex-Spouse Derek Fisher  
Children Drew Fisher, Chloe Fisher, Tatum Fisher, and Marshall Fisher          
Siblings Not Known  
Net Worth Not Known
Social Media Instagram
Full Name Gloria Govan (Second Wife)
Date of Birth February 22, 1985
Birth Place Oakland, California  
Nick Name Gloria
Religion Christian
Nationality American
Ethnicity African-American
Zodiac Sign Pisces
Age 39 years old
Height 1.73m (5 feet 8 inches)
Weight 123 lbs. (56 kg)
Hair Color Black  
Eye Color Dark Brown
Shoe Size 6
Build Slim
Father’s Name Michael Govan
Mother’s Name Gloria Govan
Education Graduate
Marital Status Married
Spouse
  • Matt Barnes (M. 2013 – D. 2016)
  • Derek Fisher (M. 2021)
Children Carter Kelly Barnes and Isiah Michael Barnes (From first marriage)
Profession Reality Star, Actress, Entrepreneur, and Author  
Movies Chocolate City, More family, Meet the Blacks, and more
Shows Basketball Wives, Basketball Wives: LA  
Books A Mixed Girl’s Favorite Recipes
Body Measurement 33-26-35 inches
Siblings Laura Govan and Lonnie Govan  
Net Worth of Dirk $5 million
Social Media Instagram, Twitter
Last Update March 2024

About Derek Fisher 

Winning the title of a five-time NBA Champion, Derek Fisher has marked a legendary position as a player in the National Basketball Association.

Fisher played for multiple teams during his time as a professional basketball player bringing in numerous awards and recognition to the team.

Born on August 9, 1974, the player appeared in numerous matches throughout the 18 seasons and eventually called it quit in 2014 when he decided to retire from his career as a basketball player.

Derek Fisher playing for Oklahoma City
Derek Fisher playing for Oklahoma City (Source: Sports Illustrated)

Fisher, however, didn’t break ties with basketball as he is now designated as the general manager and coach of the Los Angeles Sparks. He will mark his fourth year as the head coach in 2022.

Derek Fisher Wife (First), Candace Fisher

Early Life, Family 

Candace N. Patton, who most commonly goes by Candace Fisher, was born on February 1, 1976, and is currently 48 years old.

There has not been any revelation about her early life, family, and educational background, but we know that she follows Christianity and comes from a Black ethnic background.

The details of her height and weight are not known, but she is seen to have a large body type.

Career

Candace is mostly known for her marriage to the former player. However, only a few people know that she was in a relationship with the NFL running back Marshall Faulk and shares a child with him.

Apart from being associated with the sportspeople, she was known for her work in the movie; True Hollywood Story, where she most probably worked as a voice artist.

Besides that, there is no further information about her working matters, and she is known to have her career equated with her marriage.

Relationship with Derek Fisher and Kids

Derek Fisher married his ex-wife, Candace Fisher, on February 19, 2005, and they seemed to have an everlasting relationship since they were together for almost a decade.

Apart from being an excellent basketball player and coach, Fisher was a family man and devoted ample time to his family. However, due to some irreconcilable differences, as quoted by Derek, the couple opted for a divorce.

Derek filed for divorce in March 2015, and the process continued long. There has not been any information regarding their meetings and love story. However, the two share a son and daughter, Drew Fisher and Tatum Fisher.

Candace Fisher with her Children
Candace Fisher with her children (Source: Instagram)

Although the couple had two children of their own, Derek and Candace both have separate children from their previous relationships.

Marshall Faulk Jr. is the firstborn of Candace from her previous relationship with Marchall Faulk, while Chloe Fisher is the daughter of Derek from his last relationship.

No matter the relationship between the ex-couple, they loved all their children equally and made time for each one of them.

Both, Drew and Tatum Fisher are involved in high-school/college basketball and represent their schools in the tournament, while Marshall and Chloe are pursuing their studies.

Candace Fisher: Net Worth and Earnings

The net worth of the former player’s ex-wife is not known. Details regarding her source of income or her earnings have not been revealed. However, she has facilitated herself with a huge amount of the divorce money.

As per the support amount, Candace will be receiving $109k per month, which is $1.3 million per annum in spousal support and $180k per annum for child support. Therefore, we can assume that she is leading a rich lifestyle.

Social Media Presence

Candace is frequently active on social media and posts numerous pictures of herself and her children on special occasions.

Derek Fisher Wife (Second), Gloria Govan

Early Life, Family & Education

Gloria Govan is an actor, reality star, entrepreneur, and author born on February 22, 1985, in Oakland, California.

Born to Michael Govan and Gloria Govan, she grew up with two siblings, sister Laura Govan and brother Lonnie Govan. Govan’s sister Laura is also a reality star and is in a relationship with Gilbert Arenas.

Gloria Govan flaunting a White Dress
Gloria Govan flaunting a white dress (Source: Instagram)

Further details about her early life, family, and education are unknown, but she is said to have graduated from a good university.

Career

Gloria was an actor by profession before starring in the popular reality show called the Basketball Wives, which features the lifestyle of the player’s wives.

She has not yet made her presence known in the big movies but was credited for her acting in the film; Chocolate City and More Family.

The beauty is also an entrepreneur and co-founder of Tabula Rasa Products, a production company. Besides these, she has published a cookbook called A Mixed Girl’s Favorite Recipes, which has five stars on Amazon.

Age, Height, and Weight

Born in 1985, Govan is currently 39 years old with a decent height of 1.73m (5 feet 8 inches).

She has kept herself fit even after birthing two children and weighs around 123 lbs. (56 kg) with a body measurement of 33-26-35 inches.

Relationship with Derek Fisher

Derek Fisher and Gloria Govan tied a knot on July 17, 2021, at Cielo Farms in Malibu, California, after some years of dating.

The couple were engaged in 2018 but postponed their wedding plans due to the COVID pandemic.

Govan said to people’s magazine, “There were times we thought we should have a Zoom wedding instead of waiting but quickly realized our families being a part of the big day was important and our kids, who are just as equally excited as we are.”

However, after a stressful delay, the couple got married on the mountain top underneath a beautiful floral arch.

First Meeting

As unlikely as it sounds, the pair’s love relationship started with the help of their family. The former NBA player mentions that family has always been part of their love story.

The couple was introduced by Gloria’s brother Eric over drinks in New York City around 2016, where they connected instantly and communicated through texts for a few months and eventually started hanging out.

Gloria shares that, two years after spending much time, Derek proposed to her in their backyard and involved their kids in making it more special.

Derek and Gloria on their Wedding day
Derek and Gloria on their wedding day (Source: Instagram)

The couple has been spending plenty of time together post-marriage and has been expressing their love for each other through appearances and social media posts. Isn’t it so amazing to see how friendships turn into marriages!

Relationship with Kids

Govan is the mother of two kids; twins, Carter Kelly Barnes and Isaiah Michael Barnes, from her previous marriage with retired NBA player Matt Barnes.

She seems to be very particular about her children and gives them the utmost care, time, and support. The twins celebrated their 13th birthday in November 2021.

Fisher and Govan with their Kids
Fisher and Govan with their kids (Source: Instagram)

Being married to the Sparks coach, she is the mother to his children from his previous marriage. Although not her blood, she cares for them equally as her own.

Gloria Govan: Net Worth and Earnings

Being an actor, reality show star, entrepreneur, and author, Gloria Govan’s net worth as of 2022 is $5 million.

She is famously known for her appearance in the Basketball Wives reality show, which gave rise to her popularity in the industry.

The details about her salary have not been revealed yet, but the beauty lives a glamorous life through her multiple income sources.

Social Media Presence

Many insights about Govan’s personal life come from her interactive social media content. She has posted more than 2k posts and has a pretty high followers list.

We can mostly see content about her children through her posts, celebrating them and appreciating their works, followed by a few posts of her friends and family.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

What happened to Derek Fisher’s daughter?

Fisher’s daughter was diagnosed with a rare eye infection called retinoblastoma when she was 11 months old. However, they were quick to take the precautions, and their daughter was able to recover. 

What is Derek Fisher doing now?

Derek currently works as the general manager of the Los Angeles Sparks after retiring from his basketball career in 2014.

Are Derek Fisher and Gloria still together?

Derek and Gloria tied knots in 2021 after a few years of dating. The couple initially planned on marrying earlier but were unable to do so.

Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah is an engineer and content writer passionate about sports and athletics. With a background in engineering and a love for all things active, Sanjib brings a unique perspective to the world of sports writing. Whether he is covering the latest trends in sports technology or sharing tips on improving your game, Sanjib's words are always rooted in a deep appreciation for players' hard work and dedication everywhere. In his free time, you can find him hitting the courts or hitting the trails, always looking for new ways to challenge himself and improve his skills.

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