Blac Chyna
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Angela Renée White, professionally known as Blac Chyna, was born on May 11, 1988, in Washington, D.C. She is a prominent American model, entrepreneur, and television personality. Blac Chyna rose to fame through her work as a video vixen, appearing in numerous hip hop music videos since beginning her career around 2008. Notably, she has been featured alongside music industry heavyweights such as Nicki Minaj, Kanye West, and Drake.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 11 May, 1988
- Age
- 31 yrs
- Occupations
- Model
Businessperson
Make-up artist
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Maryland
- Education
- Johnson & Wales University
- Gender
- Female
- Description
- American model
- Twitter Id
- BLACCHYNA
- Net Worth 2021
- 1.6 million
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Early Career and Name Origin
At the age of 18, Blac Chyna moved to Miami, Florida, in 2006, where she began working as a stripper to support herself through college. Her rise in the urban modeling scene took place between 2010 and 2012. Initially using the stage name "Cream," she later adopted "Blac Chyna," inspired by the moniker of a client she met while dancing. Her distinctive look and rising popularity led to recognition in the modeling industry. In 2011, she was nominated for Model of the Year at the Urban Model Awards.
Blac Chyna’s visibility in pop culture increased significantly through appearances in music videos, including Tyga’s “Rack City” and Kanye West’s “Monster.” These roles cemented her reputation as a leading video model of the era.
Entrepreneurship and Brand Development
Seeking greater creative and financial control, Blac Chyna transitioned into entrepreneurship. She enrolled in the JLS Professional Make-Up Artist School and graduated in May 2013. That same year, she launched an online boutique called “88fin,” offering a range of clothing and accessories.
In December 2013, she expanded her brand with the debut of “LASHED by Blac Chyna,” a line of adhesive eyelashes. This became one of her most recognized product lines and helped solidify her status as a beauty entrepreneur.
Building on the momentum, Blac Chyna purchased a beauty bar in Los Angeles in February 2014, focusing on providing make-up courses. Later, in September 2014, she opened the Lashed Bar in Los Angeles, offering an array of beauty services directly to consumers. These efforts highlighted her commitment to growing a personal brand within the beauty industry.
With multiple revenue streams from modeling, cosmetics, and retail ventures, Blac Chyna's exact income remains private. However, in 2016, her estimated net worth was approximately $2 million, according to various media sources.
