Kendra Wilkinson is an American television personality, businesswoman, and former model, born on June 12, 1985, in San Diego, California. She gained fame as one of the stars of the reality television series The Girls Next Door, which followed the lives of Hugh Hefner's girlfriends living in the Playboy Mansion.
Kendra's popularity from the show led to her own spin-off series, Kendra, which aired from 2009 to 2011 and showcased her life after leaving the mansion, including her journey into motherhood and her marriage.
In her personal life, Kendra Wilkinson was married to former NFL player Hank Baskett in 2009. The couple has two children together, a son named Henry and a daughter named Alijah. However, their marriage faced challenges, and Kendra and Hank announced their separation in 2018 after nearly a decade of marriage.
Kendra Wilkinson continues to be a prominent figure in popular culture, known for her candidness about her life experiences and her efforts to build a successful career while navigating the challenges of motherhood and personal growth.
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Quick Fact
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kendra Leigh Wilkinson |
| Date of birth | June 12, 1985 |
| Place of birth | San Diego, California, USA |
| Ancestry | English, Irish, Ukrainian |
Family
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Father | Eric Wilkinson |
| Mother | Patti Wilkinson |
| Siblings | Colin Wilkinson (younger brother) |
| Spouses | Hank Baskett (m. 2009; div. 2018) |
| Partners | Hugh Hefner (2004-2008) |
| Children | Hank Baskett IV, Alijah Baskett |
| Grandparents | Gloria Wilkinson (maternal grandmother) |
| Notable Relatives | N/A |
Personal Life Milestones
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2004 | Moved into the Playboy Mansion with Hugh Hefner |
| 2005 | Began appearing on "The Girls Next Door" |
| 2009 | Married Hank Baskett |
| 2012 | Started her own reality show "Kendra on Top" |
| 2018 | Divorced Hank Baskett |
| 2021 | Launched her real estate show "Kendra Sells Hollywood" |
| 2023 | Ended "Kendra Sells Hollywood" after two seasons |