Wendy Osefo Biography
Wendy Osefo is a Nigerian-American political commentator, philanthropist, academic in public affairs, and television personality. She is best known for being one of the cast members of the Bravo TV reality show The Real Housewives of Potomac. In addition, she is an assistant professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Education.
Wendy Osefo Career
Despite the fact that she was born in Nigeria, Maryland is her native home. She can be described best as one with a strong personality and outspokenness when it comes to speaking her own mind to standing up to the other ladies.
She learned first-hand the value of hard work as she was brought up by a single mother who put herself to college. As of the moment, she is an award-winning Nigerian-American television personality and progressive political analyst. In addition, she attended Temple University where she received a Bachelor of Arts, a Master of Science from Rutgers University, a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Rutgers University, a Master of Arts from Johns Hopkins University, and a Master of Arts from The Johns Hopkins University. Prior to her making history by becoming the first black woman to earn a Ph.D. in Public Affairs/Community Development.
She is the founder and CEO of the 1954 Equity Project, LLC which is aimed at which provides tools, mentorship, and resources to underrepresented minorities to help them thrive in higher education. As of the moment, she is a professor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Education specializing in urban education and politics. Additionally, she serves as the Director of Family and Community Engagement for President Barack Obama’s anti-poverty initiative, DC Promise Neighborhood Initiative.
During her leisure time, she enjoys cooking for her family. She is currently working on writing her first book set to be published in 2021 titled Tears of My Mother which explores the immigrant experience, ambition, culture, and family.
Wendy Osefo Age
Osefo is 40 years old as of 2024. She was born on May 21, 1984, in Nigeria. She celebrates her birthday on the 21st of May every year.
Wendy Osefo Height and Weight
Osefo stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches tall. However, her weight is not known.
Wendy Osefo Family
Osefo was brought up by a single mother. However, she has not disclosed information about her mother, father, and siblings as she is private about her personal life.
Wendy Osefo Husband
Osefo is married to Edward Osefo who is a Nigerian attorney. They met as teenagers and were friends for a number of years before making it official after graduating college. They tied the knot in 2011, and together the couple has been blessed with three children consisting of two sons; Karter and Kruz, and a daughter who they named Kamrynn.
Wendy Osefo Net Worth
Osefo has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which she has earned through her career as a political commentator, philanthropist, public affairs academic, and television personality.
Wendy Osefo Salary
Osefo 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 broadcast 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.