The Virgo Girl Media Top Ten Fathers of the Year are . . .
Steve Harvey
The comedian best known for The Steve Harvey Show and Think Like a Man One and Two is also a relationship coach and speaker, and the proud father of four children.
Can you imagine what life would be like with Steve Harvey as your dad? I picture a lot of red carpet, celebrity-studded events but also plenty of lectures for when I make bad choices.
Stephen Curry
A God-loving, educated family man and businessman who plays for the Golden State Warriors . . . really . . . again, really, can we say he is the perfect guy! Stephen Curry is not only an MVP on and off the court, but is also the proud father of a little girl. But she won’t be his only shining star for much longer, as he and his wife are expecting again. Congratulations Stephen and Ayesha Curry!
Dwayne Wade
Shooting guard for the Miami Heat, Dwayne Wade is one of the most well-known and respected NBA players out there. Aside from being the proud father of three, he also runs an organization called Wade’s World Foundation. WWF promotes education and health services for children in at-risk situations. Wade recently married his sweetheart of many years, Gabrielle Union.
Will Smith
Oh Will . . . What can we say about this handsome specimen?! Outside of being a blockbuster success that drives the ladies wild, Will Smith is a man of integrity and passion. The actor, rapper, producer, and songwriter has been married to the love of his life, Jada Pinkett Smith, for eighteen years and counting. Our new generation Cosbys for sure with all the sugar and spice! Smith is the proud father of three children.
Imagine what dinner is like at the Smith house?! Full of laughter, awkward moments, and I’m sure a lifelong night of memories.
Bruce Jenner (Caitlyn Jenner)
Say what you want right now about Bruce, but this man has GUTS. First off, just being able to put up with all those women takes courage, but to come out publicly about his transformation to a woman, wowzer! Go Bruce! Bruce, now Caitlyn Jenner, won the 1976 Olympic decathlon and is the proud father of six children from his first marriage, as well as four stepchildren from his marriage to Kris Jenner.
Russell Simmons
You think hip hop and you think Russell Simmons. The man has had his hand in everything from music to clothes. He is the all-time entrepreneur and proud father of two.
Jay-Z
It speaks volumes about a rapper to wait until he’s forty to have his first child, and even more, to wait until he was married to do so. Of course his wife is Beyoncé, so any man would wait, but still, kudos to Jay for not only putting a ring on it, but for also showing the younger generation there’s no rush. Take your time, establish your career, and then start a family. Jay-Z is a creative mogul and one of the most successful hip-hop artists in America. He is the proud father of one.
Kanye West
Kanye would naturally follow in his big brother (mentor) Jay-Z’s footsteps to find his ideal woman before having children. Kanye waited on fatherhood until he found his “dream girl,” Kim Kardashian. The talented rapper, songwriter, producer, and fashion icon is the proud father of one daughter.
Ne-Yo
Ne-Yo became famous for penning the hit “Let Me Love You” by Mario in 2004. Not only can he pen you a hit, but he can also sing and produce. Something you probably didn’t know about him is that he is the founder of Compound Foundation, a non-profit geared to enhancing the well-being of youth growing up in foster care and group homes. Ne-Yo is backed by some powerful players who believe in his mission including Pro 2 Pro CEO Kevin Carr, Dove CEO Ricki Fairley-Brown, founder of Carol’s Daughter, Lisa Price, and Opportunity Hub CEO Rodney S. Sampson, who all sit on his board of directors. Ne-Yo is the proud father of two children.
Deitrick Haddon
Deitrick Haddon is, let’s say, very out of the box for today’s gospel industry. Prior to him joining Preachers of LA, the church and everyone else had quite a bit to say about him and his relationship. You know gospel people can be a bit judgmental. However, despite the controversy he married the woman he loved and is the proud father of two children with one on the way. Haddon is a creative force in gospel singing and writing, a music producer, actor, and looks way too good for his age.
Happy Father’s Day from Virgo Girl Media to all the Dad’s out there and Single-Mom’s holding it down!
xoxo,
Missy B. Salick
Photos Credits:
Steve Harvey, Black Celeb Kids
Stephen Curry, Huffington Post
Dwayne Wade, Atlanta Black Star
Will Smith, Radar Online
Bruce Jenner, People
Russell Simmons, Black Celeb Kids
Jay-Z, IB Times
Kanye West, People Magazine
Ne-Yo, The Burton Wire
Deitrick Haddon, xClusive Memphis