Laila Wayans

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Singer and song-writer (1999)
Mon Dec 04 2023
By   Prajwol

Laila Wayans is an American rising music star. She is a drummer in the band Been Stellar and has released songs like Drunk Text, No Vacation, and BBL. However, Wayans is more popular for being the eldest child of The Wayans Bro actor Shawn Wayans.

Shawn considers his children, Laila, and her siblings, to be his greatest treasure. Let's get to know the White Chicks actor's eldest daughter as we explore her life details.

Does Laila Wayans Have Boyfriend?

When it comes to relationships, Laila Wayans has been always a secretive person. She does not flaunt her love life on social media like other celebrity kids. 

Laila Wayans is leading a solo life.
Laila Wayans is leading a solo life. Source: Instagram @lailawayans

With no evidence of her having a boyfriend and relationship, it is safe to assume Shawn Wayans's daughter Laila is single. Similarly, her parents are also single at the moment.

Laila Wayans Parents' Divorce Reason 

Laila Wayans parents, Shawn Wayans and Ursula Alberto, are no longer together. The former pair separated in 2008 after years of togetherness.

Shawn and Ursula started dating in the early 1990s. At that time, Alberto was competing in fitness events around New York. Soon the pair welcomed Laila which brought them even closer.

Shawn Wayans and Ursula Alberto are not together anymore.
Shawn Wayans and Ursula Alberto are not together anymore. Source: Instagram @therealdjsw1

Wayans's parents tied the knot in 2001 in an intimate wedding ceremony thinking of staying by each other's side for eternity. However, their relationship was short-lived and ended with divorce in 2008.

Neither The Wayans Bro actor Shawn nor the fitness coach Ursula has talked about their divorce reason. The ex-couple are focusing on their career for now.

What Is Laila Wayans Date Of Birth?

Laila Wayans was born out of wedlock in 1999. The celebrity daughter celebrates her birthday every year on the 29th of March. According to her birthdate, Shawn Wayans and Ursula Alberto's eldest child is in her mid-20s in terms of age.

Laila Wayans was born in 1999.
Laila Wayans was born in 1999. Source: Instagram @ursulaalberto

On her 24th birthday on March 29, 2023, Laila's father Shawn wished his firstborn via instagram. He wrote;

Happy bday to my beautiful first born love u @lailawayans ❤️ 

Not only her father but, Laila's fitness coach mom also wrote a heart-warming wish for her daughter. Although Shawn and Ursula are not together, they both love and care for their children.

Laila Wayans Academics Qualification

Shawn Wayans's firstborn is a well-educated personality. Laila Wayans graduated from New York University in 2021. She studied music at the University.

Laila Wayans is a New York graduate.
Laila Wayans is a New York graduate. Source: Instagram @ursulaalberto

Following graduation, the proud mom Ursula Alberto wished her daughter Laila to graduate from NYU. Before this, Wayans completed her high school diploma from Viewpoint School. 

Get To Know Laila Wayans Siblings

Laila Wayans is sure the eldest child but not the only child of Shawan Wayans and Ursula Alberto. Wayans has two siblings, i.e. sister Illia Wayans and brother Marlon Wayans.

Illia was born in 2002 and has studied dentistry. However, she pursued the acting industry. Her latest work is in the music video Naive. Similarly, her brother Marlon was born in 2004 and is 5 years younger than him. 

Laila Wayans and her siblings with their mother Ursula Alberto.
Laila Wayans and her siblings with their mother Ursula Alberto. Source: Liverampup

Interestingly, Laila's brother and her father's brother share the same name, i.e. Marlon. Shawn's brother, Marlon Wayans is an American actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer.

Laila's uncle, Marlon, was in a relationship with Angela Zackery from 1992 to 2013. The former pair have two kids named Shawn Howell Wayans and Kai Zackery Wayans.

Insight Laila Wayans Net Worth

Laila Wayans has just begun her professional endeavor in the music industry. So, it will take some time to make a notable fortune. At the moment, Wayans is estimated to have a net worth of at least $100k.

Laila Wayans's father commands a net worth of $30 Million.
Laila Wayans's father commands a net worth of $30 Million. Source: Instagram @lailawayans

Wayans is an experienced drummer and has started her journey as a music director. In addition to this, she is the co-founder of 1321Bleach, a clothing line.

Laila's father, Shawn Wayans boasts a net worth of $30 Million. He has amassed this money as an actor, DJ, producer, writer, and comedian in the United States. He has purchased a luxurious home in Hidden Hills, California.

Laila Wayans's Music Endeavors

Laila Wayans, unlike her siblings, is into the music industry. She is a member of the Been Stellar band formed sometime in 2016/2017. In the band, she plays drums and is the only female member.

Laila Wayans is in the music industry.
Laila Wayans is in the music industry. Source: Instagram @ursulaalberto

Been Stellar is known for its post-punk music that reflects the rawness of New York while infusing vigor and melodious tones. Additionally, Laila has released several songs such as Love Letter, Drunk Text, BBL, and so on.

Laila Wayans Entrepreneurial Ventures

Not only in music, Laila Wayans has also worked in the clothing line. She is the co-founder of 1321Bleach alongside her partner Westy Perkins. The business partner also happens to be childhood buddies.

Westy and Laila have worked together and merged their digital artwork and graphic design into their fashion. This has resulted in the creation of an otherworldly clothing line.

Are Wayans Brothers Related To Damon Wayans?

Yes, the Wayans brothers are related to the American actor and comedian Damon Wayans. Actually, they are siblings and part of the Wayans family. With this, Laila Wayans is also a member of this family.

Laila Wayans is the part of Wayans family.
Laila Wayans is the part of Wayans family. Source: Essence

Other members of the Wayans family include Keenen Ivory Wayans, Kim Wayans, Damon Wayans Jr., Kyla Wayans, Damien Dante Wayans, Chaunté Wayans, and so on. Most of the family members are actively present in the entertainment industry. 

Laila Wayans Social Media Presence

Laila Wayans is active on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. The rising music star Wayans has over 7k followers on her Instagram @lailawayans.

Wayans has described herself as a producer on Instagram. While most rising celebrities promote their works on this platform, Laila does not seem to post much on it.

 


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