Maci Bookout, an American television personality and author, was born in 1991 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Known widely for her role on MTV’s reality television series, she gained early fame as a teen mom and has since become a notable public figure. Despite her popularity, Bookout remains grounded, often described by her followers as humble and approachable.
During high school, Bookout was a successful athlete and well-known among her peers. She had plans to attend college, but those plans changed when she became pregnant at the age of 16. In October 2008, she gave birth to her son, Bentley, with then-boyfriend Ryan Edwards. The couple got engaged in 2009, although their relationship would later face significant difficulties.
Despite the early challenges of teenage motherhood, Bookout was determined to continue her education. She completed an accelerated high school program and went on to enroll in a local community college. During this period, she balanced her studies with parenting, frequently relying on her family's help. Ultimately, she made personal sacrifices, choosing to reduce time spent socializing in order to focus on raising her son.
Bookout's relationship with Ryan Edwards was tumultuous, eventually leading to the cancellation of their engagement. Although the couple attempted to stay together for the sake of their son, they officially ended their relationship in 2010. Later, Bookout began dating Taylor McKinney. Together, they welcomed a daughter, Jayde Carter McKinney, in May 2015. The couple also had a son, Maverick Reed, in 2016. Bookout and McKinney married in October 2016.
Maci Bookout first gained national attention in June 2009 as one of the original cast members of MTV's documentary-style series, 16 and Pregnant. The show chronicled her experience with early motherhood and the challenges she faced while raising Bentley. Due to her relatable personality and strong family values, Bookout became a fan favorite.
| Birth Date: | 10 Aug, 1991 |
| Age: | 28 yrs |
| Occupations: | Socialite Reality television participant |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Chattanooga |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American reality television personality |
| Twitter Id: | Macibookout |
| Net Worth 2021: | 10 million |
