Draya Michele Ex Husband Orlando Scandrick: What Went Wrong?

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Draya Michele was previously married to her ex-husband Orlando Scandrick. However, Draya and Orlando’s relationship ended on unfavorable terms. 

Michele and Scandrick birthed a son named Jru during their relationship in January 2016.

Orlando Scandrick Ex Wife Draya Michele
Orlando Scandrick Ex Wife Draya Michele (Source: Instagram)

Andraya Michele Howard, born on January 23, 1985, is an actress, a fashion designer, and a media personality by profession.

Draya is well known for her appearance in the blockbuster reality TV show Basketball Wives LA, carving a distinctive position in the entertainment world.

In 2011, she debuted in script acting in TV One’s Will to Love opposite Keshia Knight-Pulliam and Marques Houston.

Additionally, Michele played a proactive role in the 2016 movie The Perfect Match.

Moreover, Draya’s journey from being a TV show cast member to a leading personality in fashion and beauty has portrayed a level of unmatched caliber, which is truly remarkable.

Draya Michele Ex-Husband Orlando Scandrick: What Went Wrong?

Draya and Orlando started dating around 2014. The two had an on-again-off-again relationship from the start.

In May 2015, the two officially broke up for the first time after more than a year of dating.

Draya Michele With Her Ex Husband Orlando Scandrick
Draya Michele With Her Ex-Husband Orlando Scandrick (Source: Yahoo.com)

However, a month later, Orlando proposed to Draya with a $400,000 engagement ring while on a movie date.

The couple called off the engagement in January 2016, the same month Draya was expecting a child with Orlando.

The two parted ways when Draya was only six months into her pregnancy.

She quoted on her Instagram, “I’ve been hurt, abandoned, lied on, and disrespected. I’ve realized you can’t change people. And the thing about rough times is, I’ve survived every single one.”

As per reports, during one of their fights, Orlando accused Draya of pepper-spraying and throwing candles at him.

Similarly, in a restraining order petition, he even said Draya threatened to throw bleach in his eyes.

Draya Michele Net Worth

Draya Michele has amassed good fortune from her reality show appearances and business ventures.

As of 2023, Draya Michele’s net worth is expected to be around the range of $600,000. Her net worth is a testament to her hard work and consistency. 

Draya Michele During An Event
Draya Michele During An Event (Source: Instagram)

However, Michele’s net value isn’t solely based on her TV show appearances.

She is a successful entrepreneur who is the founder of Mint Swim, an e-commerce business selling Beachwears and Beachskincare.

In addition to this, she also owns the lifestyle clothing brand Fine Ass Girls, which she launched in 2013. Three years later, she opened another clothing company, Beige & Coco.

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