Candiace Dillard Biography
Candiace Dillard Bassett is an American entrepreneur, reality television show cast, the former Miss United States in 2013, and founder and CEO of Candiace Dillard Pageant Consulting. As of the moment, she is a cast member on the sixth season of The Real Housewives of Potomac.
Candiace Dillard Career
Biloxi, Mississippi is where she was born and later brought up in Atlanta, Georgia. From observing her parents who were air force physicians she learned what excellence looked like. Additionally, she has served a tenure in the White House Offices of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs, where she liaised between the White House and the African American community for President Barack Obama. She attended Howard University where she graduated proudly. In 2012, during President Obama’s reelection campaign, she served as a staffer.
She won the crown and title of Miss United States in the year 2013. For a number of years, she has been a contestant in the pageant industry and holds top placements in the Miss United States pageant systems, Miss District of Columbia USA, Miss Maryland USA, Georgia Miss American Coed, National Miss American Coed, and National American Miss. In addition, she is no stranger when it comes to performing as she considers herself an artist at heart. In the award-winning independent film “Water in a Broken Glass” she debuted and in the sitcom Family Reunion she guest-starred alongside Tia Mowry as the spunky Sunita Chanel.
She will be releasing her debut album this summer following the success of her R&B single “I See You” the Remix. Furthermore, in her career as an entrepreneur, she is the founder and CEO of Candiace Dillard Pageant Consulting, co-owner of Chateau Salon Suites, and cofounder of Prima Hair Collection by Candiace Dillard. Additionally, she also founded an organization called My Sister’s Keeper in 2019, which is a mentorship and women’s empowerment organization designed to give young girls the opportunity to interact with women in their communities.
During her leisure time, she enjoys studying on her laptop for her Masters of Business Administration from Howard University or curling up with a good book, as reading is her favorite pastime.
Candiace Dillard Age
Dillard is 38 years old as of 2024. She was born on December 14, 1986, in the United States and she celebrates her birthday on the 14th of December every year.
Candiace Dillard Height and Weight
Dillard stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches tall. However, information about her weight will be updated when available.
Candiace Dillard Family
Dillard mother is known as Dorothy and both her parents were Air Force physicians. She has two siblings known as Chris and Crystal. However, they are no information about her father hence this information will be updated when available.
Candiace Dillard Husband
Dillard is married to Chris Bassett who she met while they were both working at a restaurant in downtown Washington, D.C. They became friends for a number of years and their friendship blossomed into an undeniable love. He proposed to her with a surprise engagement. They tied the knot in 2018.
Candiace Dillard Net Worth
Dillard has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which she has earned through her career as an entrepreneur, and reality television show cast.
Candiace Dillard Salary
Dillard earns a salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
The Real Housewives of Potomac (season 6)
The Real Housewives of Potomac is an American reality television series, that is filmed in Potomac, Maryland, and is broadcasted on Bravo. The reality show focuses on the lives of Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Karen Huger, Candiace Dillard, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton. In addition, Askale Davis is featured as a friend to housewives.