Biography / Wiki
Kandi Lenice Burruss-Tucker, better known by her stage name Kandi Burruss, is an American producer, television personality, singer-songwriter, and entrepreneur who rose to prominence as a member of the female vocal group Xscape in 1992.
In 2000, her song “No Scrubs” was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. Kandi has been a cast member of the reality show The Real Housewives of Atlanta since its second season. In the third season of the drama series The Chi, she also played Roselyn Perry.
Height / Weight / Age
Kandi Burruss was born on 17 May 1976. She stands 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighs around 67 kilograms. Her beauty is enhanced by her black eyes and brown hair.
She is very conscious about her health and maintains her figure with measurements of 34 inches breast, 27 inches waist, and 34 inches hips.
| Date Of Birth | 17 May 1976 |
| Age | 48 Years |
| Height | In Feet and Inches: 5’2”
In Centimeters: 158 cm |
| Weight | In Kilograms: 67 kg
In Pounds: 148 lbs |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Figure Measurements | 34-27-34 |
| Bra Size | 34C |
| Dress Size | 7 (US) |
| Shoe Size | 8 (US) |
Net Worth
Kandi Burruss’ net worth in 2021 is estimated to be around $30 million USD. Her earnings come from singing, acting, and various other commercial enterprises.
Education / Family
Kandi Burruss was born on May 17, 1976, in East Point, Georgia, United States, a suburb southwest of Atlanta. Reverend Titus Burruss Jr. is Kandi’s father’s name, and Joyce Jones is Kandi’s mother’s name.
She had a brother, Patrick Riley, who passed away in 1991. Her older brother was killed in a vehicle accident. She grew up in Georgia, where she attended Tri-Cities High School with her classmates.
Name |
Kandi Burruss |
| Birth Name | Kandi |
| Birth Place | East Point, Georgia, U.S. |
| Profession | Singer, Actress, and Entrepreneur |
| Sexual orientation | Straight |
| School | Tri-Cities High School |
| College | Not Known |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Nationality | American |
| Home town | East Point, Georgia, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Fathers name | Reverend Titus Burruss Jr.
|
| Mothers name | Joyce Jones
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| Brothers | Patrick Riley
|
| Sisters | Not Known |
Career / Fashion and Style
During her high school years, Kandi and her friends founded the band Xscape, and in 1992, they performed at Teen Summit for the first time. Ian Burke, a record executive, was introduced to the girls and later became their manager.
Xscape quickly became well-known, attracting the attention of American producer Jermaine Dupri, who later signed the group to his “So So Def Recordings” label. In 2007, the band Xscape split due to serious feuds among its members, who leveled accusations against one another, and they all went their separate ways.
Kandi then concentrated on songwriting and production. In 1999, she co-wrote three major hit songs with Kevin Briggs: “No Scrubs,” “Bills, Bills, Bills,” and “There You Go.” Kandi was introduced to the Real Housewives of Atlanta in the second season, replacing DeShawn Snow.
She has now appeared in every season of the show, making her the series’ longest-serving member. The Kandi Factory, the second spin-off from The Real Housewives of Atlanta, was originally intended to be a one-time television special but ended up being renewed for a full season.
She was also a contestant on the second season of the reality show Celebrity Big Brother. She did well and finished fifth, as well as being a fan favorite on the show. Kandi also appeared as a guest in season eleven of “From Farm to Runway,” alongside actress and model Amber Valetta.
She also appeared as the Night Angel in the third season of the singing competition The Masked Singer, where she became the show’s first female winner.
Boyfriend, Affairs, Husband, and More
Burrus’ first spouse is Russel “Block” Spencer, and they had a daughter together. Later, she began dating Ashley “A.J.” and was engaged; however, her boyfriend suffered head injuries in a fight and died as a result of his injuries after a few months.
Kandi is currently married to Todd Tucker, a former Real Housewives of Atlanta line producer. Riley Burruss (her daughter) and Ace Wells Tucker (her son) are her children.
| Boyfriend | Russel “Block” Spencer,
Ashley “A.J.’ |
| Marital status | Married |
| Husband | Russel “Block” Spencer,
 Todd Tucker
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| Children | Daughter – Riley Burruss,
Son – Ace Wells Tucker
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Favorite Things
Here we are providing the list of favorites of Kandi Burruss:
| Favorite Color | Maroon and white |
| Favorite Destination | London |
| Favorite Actor | Tom Hanks |
| Favorite Actress | Nicole Kidman |
| Favorite Sports | Baseball |
| Favorite Sportsperson | Serena Williams |
Some Interesting Facts About Kandi Burruss
- Kandi Burruss is a member of the Church of Holiness.
- For penning the lyrics to “No Scrubs,” she earned a Grammy Award.
- Kandi Koated Cosmetics is the name of her own cosmetics line.
- Kandi’s brother was killed in a vehicle accident.
- She is the first female winner of the Masked Singer reality show.
- She is one of the Real Housewives of Atlanta’s longest-serving cast members.
- She came in fifth place on Celebrity Big Brother’s second season.
- Kandi also appeared as a guest in season eleven of “From Farm to Runway,” alongside actress and model Amber Valetta.
- Kandi was introduced to the Real Housewives of Atlanta in the second season, replacing DeShawn Snow.
- She has now appeared in every season of Real Housewives of Atlanta, making her the series’ longest-serving member.
Social Media Profile(s)
- Instagram – @kandi
- Twitter – @Kandi
- Facebook – @KandiBurruss
