DJ Duffey Net Worth: How Rich is the Basketball Wives Star?

DJ Duffey is an American reality star best known for her appearance on VH1’s reality series Basketball Wives. She became a part of the Basketball Wives LA in 2016. As of 2023, DJ Duffey net worth is estimated to be around $750 thousand.

Who is DJ Duffey?

DJ Duffey is a disk jockey and reality star from Texas. She joined the cast of Basketball Wives as a friend of Brandi Maxwell in 2016. As a professional DJ, she spun for rapper and model Amber rose’s SlutWalk in 2015. Additionally, she has toured as the official DJ for rappers, Curren$y and French Montana.

DJ Duffey was born in Dallas, Texas, on August 25, 1988. She was reportedly brought by her father, who served in the military. Likewise, her mom was a basketball star in college. Most of her family members are college athletes.

Duffey’s older brother played college football, and her younger brother played as a quarterback at Texas Tech. Regarding her education, she studied at Mansfield Summit High School. Later, she joined the University of Texas at Arlington.

DJ Duffey Net Worth & Career

 

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At the initial stage of her career, she played Division 1 basketball for four years. After completing her graduate degree, she shifted to New York, where she met DJ ASAP. Her career eventually took off after meeting him.

Then, she started performing in various clubs. As she dedicated more years as DJ, she eventually became one of the most recognized DJs around the world. Duffey came into the limelight after being introduced into the reality TV world via Basketball Wives Season 5.

Duffey appeared as a friend of fellow Basketball Wives star Brandi Maxiell. During her show appearance, the viewers learned more about her work as a rapper, Curren$y’s official DJ. Nevertheless, she was fired from the reality show after a controversial season.

A decade later, she returned on the Season 10 of Basketball Wives. Season 10 kicked off in May 2022. Along with her, Angel Brinks also returned to the season. The new season resumes back on February 13, 2023. The recent episode 13 of the season was aired on August 1, 2022. 

DJ Duffey’s Husband & Personal Life

DJ Duffy married the former New York Giants cornerback, Brian Jackson when she was 21. Together, they share a son named Heir. Duffey’s marriage with her husband, Brian was short-lived. According to sources, she moved back to Texas after only months of living together with Brian.

Duffey mentioned in the news outlet interview that she went through a divorce where her son’s father left her. She further told that her former husband took all her money and car. She had nothing and had to start over. Fortunately, her career was on the rise when her love life declined.

Duffey is currently in a relationship with Iranian-American NBA agent Iman Shokuohizadeh. She reportedly met him in 2016. After a few months of knowing each other, they became engaged. The viewers got to witness a glimpse of their relationship in Season 5 of Basketball Wives.

In November 2020, she welcomed a baby girl named Shadi with her fiance. His eldest son, Heir seems to be sharing a great bond with his soon-to-be stepdad and baby sister. Previously when she was in college, she dated rapper Drake for a short time.

DJ Duffey Net Worth

DJ Duffey has earned an estimated net worth of $750 thousand as of 2023. She has accumulated a hefty sum by working as a professional DJ and appearing in reality, show Basketball Wives. Duffey is expected to make $20,000 per episode from an appearance on Season 10 of Basketball Wives.