Draya Michele and Jalen Green welcomed their baby girl on May 12, marking the arrival of their first child together. The 39-year-old former “Basketball Wives” star shared the news on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the birth of her daughter after a difficult Mother’s Day the year before when her father passed away. While Michele did not reveal the name of her newborn daughter, she shared a picture of the infant’s adorable feet. This child is Green’s second, while Michele is also the mother of sons Kniko and Jru from previous relationships.
The pregnancy announcement was made by Michele in March through a series of maternity photos where she expressed her joy and anticipation for her daughter’s arrival. She emphasized that the little girl would be surrounded by love, security, and affection. Despite receiving some backlash, particularly regarding the 17-year age gap between herself and Green, Michele seemed to brush off the criticism with a reposted meme about being “misunderstood.” Green, on the other hand, publicly expressed his excitement about becoming a father again and mentioned that his motivation was his family and new baby.
While Michele did not mention Green when she shared her pregnancy news, it was reported that the couple first sparked romance rumors in 2023. The basketball player, who currently plays for the Houston Rockets, even has her name tattooed on his stomach. Michele has had high-profile relationships in the past with rapper Chris Brown and NFL player Orlando Scandrick, with whom she shares her son Jru. The couple received congratulatory messages from friends and fans, including NBA player Kyle Kuzma.
After facing negative comments online, particularly about the age difference between her and Green, Michele chose to disable the comments on her posts. She did not engage with the online trolls but instead focused on embracing the positive moments surrounding the birth of her daughter. The couple seemed to be focusing on their growing family and the new memories they will create together moving forward. Michele’s journey to motherhood has been filled with challenges, but she remains grateful for the new chapter in her life.
Despite the controversies surrounding their relationship and family dynamics, Michele and Green appear to be focused on their expanding family unit. The arrival of their daughter has brought joy and love into their lives, and they are excited to share this new chapter with their children. Through it all, they have chosen to stay positive and block out the negativity, embracing the support and well-wishes from their loved ones. As they navigate parenthood together, Michele and Green continue to show their unwavering commitment to each other and their children.
