Atlanta get ready because there is a new peach in town and her name is Shamea Morton! If you are a Real Housewives of Atlanta fan you might recognize her. She has been around as Porsha Williams's bestie for years but now Shamea is officially a full-time Housewife for Season 16 and trust us she is bringing it.
Shamea Morton: More Than Just a Pretty Face (and a $9 Million Mansion!)
From the very first episode of Season 16 it is clear Shamea Morton is living the high life. We are talking seriously glamorous . And yes that famous $9 million mansion you might have heard about? It's real and it is spectacular. But Shamea wants you to know there is way more to her than just money.
She joked about her incredible home saying it was a top sale in Georgia but then quickly added that family is what really matters. Shamea mentioned she does not like to be only seen for her wealth and prefers to be known for her personality and hard work. However she also had a little fun acknowledging her luxurious lifestyle saying she might "spit out" cheap tequila but definitely enjoys "the good stuff". Who can blame her?
Fans are Obsessed: Shamea Brings "Opulence" and "Real Life Black Queen" Energy to RHOA
Real Housewives fans online are already going wild for Shamea. Social media is buzzing with comments about her "opulence" and how she is bringing the wealth factor back to RHOA. Even Porsha Williams herself weighed in on Watch What Happens Live saying Shamea is a "real life Black queen in Atlanta" and truly deserves her success. It is clear Shamea is making a major impression right from the start.
So How Did Shamea Morton Make Her Money? Actress Singer Dancer Host and More!
Okay so we know Shamea is successful but what does she actually DO? Well buckle up because her resume is impressive. Shamea Morton is seriously a quadruple threat. She calls herself the "female Jamie Foxx" and she might be right.
Here is the breakdown of Shamea's career highlights:
- Entertainment Powerhouse: Shamea is an actress singer dancer and host. She is a true entertainer with a passion for music arts and people.
- Acting Credits: You might have seen her on shows like Will Trent or in movies like Ride Along 2 and CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story (where she starred alongside fellow RHOA cast member Drew Sidora!).
- Cheerleading Pro: Before hitting the screen Shamea was a professional cheerleader for both the Atlanta Hawks and Atlanta Falcons. Talk about athletic and energetic!
- Education: She is not just talented she is also educated. Shamea studied broadcast journalism at Morris Brown College and earned dual degrees in psychology and sociology from Georgia State University. Brains and beauty!
Shamea’s husband Gerald Mwangi is also a major player in his own right. He is in mechanical contracting specifically HVAC systems. Shamea proudly mentioned that her husband's company has built HVAC systems for major airports. This power couple is definitely building an empire together.
From Rose Bar to Rolls-Royce: Shamea and Gerald's Love Story is Goals
Shamea shared the story of how she met her husband Gerald and it is pretty cute. They met at a nightclub in Atlanta called Rose Bar back in 2014. He bought her a drink but that was it for the night. Later they reconnected at a cookout at his house. Shamea joked she wondered what was "wrong" with him since he was such a great guy and still single. Despite Shamea hilariously admitting she "blew up his bathroom" after that cookout Gerald called her the next day for a date and they have been together ever since. He sounds like a keeper for sure!
Fast forward to Shamea's birthday party on RHOA and Gerald surprised her with a $430000 Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Talk about a birthday gift! The housewives were definitely impressed. Cynthia Bailey even joked that if she got presents like that she would have made her marriages work. Shamea and Gerald have been together for 11 years now and their relationship seems strong and fun.
Inside Shamea's "Sterling Hall" Mansion: Elevators Chandeliers and Pure Luxury
Let's talk more about that house! Shamea and Gerald call their Buckhead mansion "Sterling Hall". Friend of the Housewives Cynthia Bailey summed it up perfectly when she arrived at Shamea's birthday party saying the invite just had "Sterling Hall" as the address. "This is wealth honey!" Cynthia declared.
The show gave us a peek inside and wow. Think elegant chandeliers colorful fabrics textured wallpaper and rooms bigger than most apartments. Here are some highlights of Shamea's incredible home:
- Grand Entrance: A winding staircase and mirrored elevator welcome you into the home.
- Entertaining Spaces: Huge living room with high ceilings fireplace open kitchen movie theater music room with a white grand piano wood-paneled den with a marble bar. Plenty of room for parties!
- Outdoor Oasis: Sprawling backyard with a pool and hot tub. Perfect for Atlanta summers.
- Luxury Details: Drew Sidora was especially impressed with the elevator saying she would ride it "just for fun". And Shamea's walk-in closet? Extravagant is an understatement.
Shamea Morton is not just joining RHOA she is making an entrance. She is bringing the Atlanta glamor the success story and a whole lot of personality. Get ready to see much more of Shamea this season because she is sure to be a breakout star.