NeNe Leakes is currently in a relationship with Nyonisela Sioh, whom she started dating after the passing of her husband, Gregg Leakes, in September 2021.
Their relationship became public in December 2021, with NeNe sharing the news of their romance with The Shade Room.
Following Gregg’s death, NeNe revealed that he had given his blessing for her to move forward and date other people.
NeNe Leakes and Nyonisela Sioh (Credit: YouTube)
Since the relationship began, NeNe has expressed that Nyonisela makes her very happy.
A source close to her mentioned that she is “almost like a teenager with him,” feeling excited and full of the “new relationship butterflies.”
The couple met through mutual friend Peter Thomas, the ex-husband of former Real Housewives of Atlanta star Cynthia Bailey.
Nyonisela Sioh is a fashion designer and the owner of the menswear brand Nyoni Couture, based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
His brand offers custom suits, tuxedos, shirts, shoes, and accessories. Born in Liberia, Nyonisela brings a blend of African heritage and Western styles to his designs.
He has been passionate about fashion from a young age, recalling his experiences growing up in Liberia, where he often won prizes for his stylish clothes during “Color Day” at school.
In addition to his work in fashion, Nyonisela is a father of three children. He has two sons and a daughter, and in 2021, he shared a photo of his youngest son wearing one of his designs.
NeNe Leakes and Nyonisela Sioh (Credit: Facebook)
Despite their happiness together, Nyonisela’s estranged wife, Malomine Tehmeh-Sioh, filed a lawsuit against NeNe Leakes in 2022, claiming emotional distress and accusing NeNe of causing the breakdown of their marriage.
NeNe addressed the lawsuit on social media, denying any wrongdoing and clarifying that she did not steal anyone’s husband.
The couple has been seen enjoying their time together, including celebrating NeNe’s 54th birthday and sharing intimate moments on social media.
NeNe has expressed her gratitude for Nyonisela’s love and support during this new chapter of her life.
