TV shows: Basketball Wives and Basketball Wives LA
She is a successful entrepreneur and an entertaining reality star.
She became a household name as the ex-wife of NBA player Jannero Pargo who appeared on VH1’s ‘Basketball Wives: Los Angeles’.
Malaysia and reality star Draya Michele was amongst the original cast member on the first season of ‘Basketball Wives: LA’.
The show is popular for featuring the lifestyle of basketball players’ wives or girlfriends.
Career Timeline
- 2011- Appeared as one the original cast member of VH1’s ‘Basketball Wives LA’
- 2014- Appeared on a music video of Mase’s ‘Nothing’
Malaysia totally rocked the show and earned her reputation as the famous yet controversial cast members. Following the success of the show, she guest-starred in several shows and even got featured in the music video of ‘Nothing’ by Mase.
Besides reality shows, Malaysia runs a successful jewelry and clothing line.
Her jewelry line called ‘Three Beats Jewelry’ features custom-made pieces for children as well as adults. She also has her own bedding line which offers affordable yet the best quality of bedding for the customers.
Additionally, she keeps herself busy doing philanthropist activities and has been actively involved with the Watts/Willowbrook Boys and Girls Clubs in Los Angeles, California. She is more centered on youth empowerment, especially on women issues.
She has volunteered for Kampy Kizzy which helps young girls of age 11-16 from diverse races, religions, places and socioeconomic background.
Body Measurements: 36-26-38 Inches
Pargo is famous for her voluptuous body measurements and revealing outfits.
She is one curvy celebrity who proves sexiness comes in all shapes and sizes.
Known best for her clothing choices, the reality star is definitely not shy when it comes to flaunting her sexy figure.
She is someone who loves her curves and embraces her fuller body despite the Hollywood’s stereotype with a thin starlet.
- Plastic Surgery: Yes
- Weight: 66 kg (145 lbs)
The leggy-star generally clad in body-hugging and deep-cut dresses which perfectly reveal her curves and cleavage.
The reality star claims that her hourglass figure is genetically enhanced rather than surgically achieved. Though fans have voiced their doubts over whether she is telling the truth after she underwent surgery to remove her breast implants.
Her natural bra size is 34B and dress size is 8.
Having made a living by showcasing her luxurious lifestyle, the 37-year-old is one of the most controversial names in television reality show.
As the proverb goes by, ‘with fame comes money’, likewise, the show has earned her quite a lifestyle. She travels to new places, due to her demanding career.
Just follow her on @malaysiainthecity to witness yourself!
Malaysia Pargo Height – 6 feet 1 in (185 cm)
The bootylicious celebrity Malaysia Pargo has a tall height of 6 feet and 1 inch (185 cm).
Parents, Family and Siblings
Her birth took place in Compton, California, United States, and was named Laquisha.
Malaysia grew up along with her brother, Dontae Hayes, who tragically died at the age of 20 due to police shootout during the 2013 New Year’s Eve.
Belonging to a black ethnical background, this American television star hasn’t shared much information regarding her parents, early life, and education.
- Parents: N/A
- Children: 3
- Marital Status: Divorced
Malaysia from ‘Basketball Wives: LA’ is beautiful, inspiring and doing what she can to enjoy her life.
It might have been hard being a mother to three kids, traveling back-and-forth to film a reality show and trying to bounce back from a nasty divorce.
Yet, this strong persona manages to make it work and look easy with a beautiful smile, most of the time.
Malaysia Pargo Boyfriend and Partner – O.T. Genasis
Apparently, Malaysia Pargo has a new boyfriend named O.T. Genasis in her life who seeks a better future with her, leaving all the past experience asides.
Her current partner is rapper O.T. Genasis, who has appeared on VH1’s ‘The Amber Rose Show’.
Divorce and Affairs
Malaysia and Jannero separated and 17 months later filed for divorce in 2014, which was finalized in 2016.
Malaysia Pargo Husband – Jannero Pargo and Kids
Is Malaysia Pargo married? Malaysia Pargo was married to NBA star Jannero Pargo when she was 22 years old. Shortly after their meeting that happened at a party in Los Angeles, Malaysia and Jannero began dating and eventually tied their wedding knot in 2006.
Together, they welcomed three children, a son and a set of twins. Their first child, a son named Jannero Pargo Jr. was born in 2007, while the twins in 2011.
Age – 38 Years Old
Pargo is a well-known face in American reality television shows. She is best recognized for being the ex-wife of a professional basketball player, Jannero Pargo as well as for appearing on ‘Basketball Wives: Los Angeles’.
Besides that, she is a successful entrepreneur with multiple businesses under her belt.
- Birthday: August 12, 1989 (age 38)
- Ethnicity: Afro-American
- Nationality: American
Malaysia Pargo Net Worth – $3.5 Million Dollars
Malaysia Pargo is a reality television star and jewelry designer who has a net worth of $3.5 million dollars.
Pargo received half of the pension of her retired NBA husband i.e. $401 thousand saving plans, $7,5000 in spousal support and $15,380 every month in child support, after winning the case.
Reality star Malaysia accumulated most of her fortune from starring on ‘Basketball Wives LA’ and her business.
On top of that, her divorce alimony and children support payments also added up to her wealth.