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Amari Bailey’s mom is Johanna Leia. She is a model, entrepreneur, and reality television star known for Bringing Up Ballers.

Although she is successful in her career, she has equally made a name for herself for being the mother of a college basketball player, Amari Bailey who plays for UCLA. More to this is the fame she has gotten through her relationships with famous people such as Canadian rapper Drake and Ja Morant, a basketball player.

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Brief Biography of the Model

Johanna Leia was born Johanna Edelburg on February 19, 1981. She was raised in Chicago by her mother Joan Edelberg; a licensed real estate realtor who has worked for over 27 years.

After a few years, she relocated to Los Angeles with her mother and kids. Sources have it that her parents divorced following differences that they couldn’t manage.

Here are Fascinating Facts about Amari Bailey’s Mom

1.  Johanna Started Her Modeling Career as a Freelancer

The 42 years old has been modeling for over 20 years. However, it was said that she first started during her teenage years as a freelancer for several months before earning a contract with notable agencies and subsequently with Ford and Wilhelmina thanks to her hourglass physique.

She has also fronted top magazines including Endee Magazine online and many others. At the moment, the model is currently promoting the Fashion Nova brand alongside her beautiful daughter Savvy.

2. The Model is a Single Mother of Two

Johanna Leia was formerly linked with Aaron Bailey with whom she allegedly had two children. Her first son Amari was born on February 13, 2004 in Chicago. The 19 years old just like his father is also an athlete. He is one of the top stars of the Sierra Canyon High School basketball team.

The model’s second child is Savanna who she fondly calls Savvy.

3. Her Relationship with Drake

Amari Bailey’s Mom was first spotted with the rapper in an empty Dodger Stadium having a romantic private dinner together which made the news that they were an item.

According to reports, the duo met at Amari’s high school basketball court. Apparently, Johanna was there to support her son while Drake was supposedly mentoring the young star on how to deal with fame and stay focused, but then, love happened.

Asides from the Caribbean singer Rihanna who was formerly linked with Drake, Johanna is another lady who made headlines for affiliating with the rapper. However, they parted ways in October 2021 and have both moved on with other people.

4. Johanna’s Baby’s Daddy is Married With Seven Children

Johanna’s relationship with Aaron Bailey produced two children. However, the age gap between her son, Amari, and daughter Savvy has fueled rumors that Aaron may not have fathered the both of them.

Away from that, the long-separated pair have since moved on. In an Interview, Aaron Bailey revealed that he is married to Jennifer with whom he shares seven children; Aaron Jr., Ashley, Michael, Airyanna, Amari, Alana, Aaliyah, and Savanna.

On the contrary, love hasn’t been so fair to Johanna, though she has also tried other relationships. In the meantime, the model spends time caring for her children and enjoying family time.

5. How Rich Is Amari Bailey’s Mom?

Thanks to the successes she has recorded as a model for the “IconSwims” Swimwear brand and promoter for Fashion Nova, she has an estimated net worth of $5 million.

In the past, she modeled for “Ford” and “Wilhelmina”. According to her Instagram bio, she has ventured into several trades as a business woman which affords her a comfortable life.

6. Her Supposed Boyfriend Ja Morant is 19 Years Younger Than Her

Amari Bailey’s mom is believed to be dating NBA player Ja Morant. He was born on February 17, 2004, is 19 years younger than her, and about 5 years older than her son Bailey.

The rumor was fueled by 2 incidents in January 2022. The first was Johanna’s trip to Denver to watch her alleged lover’s basketball match and the second was following each other on Instagram.

Ja Morant is a professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies Team.  He also has a daughter, Jaidyn Morant, born on August 7, 2019.

7. She Featured in a Reality Show in 2017

Leia alongside her son Amari Bailey appeared in the reality television series, “Bringing Up Ballers”. She portrayed the role of a complete mother balancing between business schedules and taking her son for basketball training.

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8. Johanna Played Basket Ball in High School

As stated, Johanna’s son is a star basketball player. He is an active member of the USA Under-16 National Team and plays for the Sierra Canyon high school team alongside the son of Los Angeles Lakers Bronny James.

Just like his father Aaron, the Sierra Canyon star also revealed in an interview, that his mother was a basketball player while in high school and uses her left hand just like him. Johanna has been a great inspiration to her son and his number one fan.

9. Amari Bailey’s Mom’s Hour-glass Figure isn’t Natural

Looking good is certainly part of modeling and Johanna has taken this to another level to achieve a more perfect look. According to reports, she had breast and buttocks implants and has been rumored to fill up her lips even though these claims are still hanging.

10. How She Spends Her Free Time

When Johanna Leia is not modeling, she’s indoors enjoying family time with her kids and mother. In addition, she enjoys watching her son’s performances and also gyming to keep fit.

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