- Kenny “The Jet” Smith is a retired professional basketball player, sports analyst, and television personality.
- Born on March 8, 1965, in Queens, New York City, he played college basketball at the University of North Carolina and had a successful NBA career.
- Smith is known for winning two NBA championships with the Houston Rockets in 1994 and 1995.
Marriage and Family:
Marriages:
- Kenny Smith has been married twice.
- His first marriage was to Dawn Reavis, with whom he has two children, K.J. and Kayla. The marriage ended in divorce.
- In 2006, Smith married Gwendolyn Osborne, a former model and actress known for her roles in “The Price is Right” and “Hollywood Squares.”
Current Marriage (Second Wife):
- Gwendolyn Osborne-Smith is Kenny Smith’s second wife.
- They met when Osborne was working as a correspondent for “Inside the NBA.”
- Married in 2008, they have two children together, London and Malloy.
- The couple appeared on reality TV shows, including “Meet the Smiths” on TBS.
Philanthropy:
- Kenny Smith is actively involved in social and philanthropic causes, supporting education and providing access to sports for underserved communities.
- He has supported cancer research and treatment organizations, including the Jimmy V Foundation and Stand Up to Cancer.
Career and Achievements:
- Kenny Smith had a notable NBA career playing for teams like the Sacramento Kings, Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, and Detroit Pistons.
- His time with the Houston Rockets (1994-1997) marked the most successful period of his career, winning two NBA championships.
- Post-retirement, he became a basketball analyst for TNT’s “Inside the NBA” since 1998, alongside Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, and Ernie Johnson Jr.
- Kenny Smith’s estimated net worth in 2023 is $22 million, earned through his NBA career, television analyst role, and various business ventures.
Current Relationship Status:
- As of 2024, Kenny Smith is not officially known to be dating anyone.
- Rumors suggested a relationship with Aline Bernardes, but neither party has commented publicly on the speculation.
- After divorcing Gwendolyn Osborne in 2018 (finalized in 2021), Smith seems focused on his professional and personal life.
Kenny Smith’s Age:
- Born on March 8, 1965, Kenny Smith is 58 years old as of 2023.
Business Ventures:
- Kenny Smith has ventured into various business activities:
- Invested in real estate properties.
- Opened a restaurant chain named “Kenny Smith’s Wing Jet” in North Carolina.
- Launched his clothing line.
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