Shelly Tresvant Biography

Shelly Tresvant grabbed public and media attention as the ex-wife of American rapper and music producer Ralph Tresvant. The couple married in 1993 and welcomed three children together but divorced after following many years of marriage. Ever since their split, Ralph has moved on with a new relationship and married again, while Shelly went low-key & limited her interaction with the media. 

What Is Shelly Tresvant's Age?

Tresvant was born in the United States but never opened up about her birthday, actual birthplace, or family background. An American by nationality, Shelly Tresvant hails from Afro-American ethnicity. Details on her siblings as well as her parents remain under wraps.

As of 2021, Shelly alleged to be in her 50s.  

Professional Career

There is nothing about Shelly Tresvant's professions. She merely came into the limelight for her marital relationship with her ex-husband Ralph Tresvant.

Tresvant (now former) husband Ralph is a singer, songwriter, and actor. He is better known as a lead singer of the R&B group New Edition formed in 1978. The group initially consisted of five band members; Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Bobby Brown, Ronnie DeVoe, and Ralph Tresvant.

In 1985, Brown was voted out of the group and started a solo career. The group continued with its remaining members before singer Johnny Gill joined it in 1988. 

On May 3, 2011, the group announced on their official website that all six members were reuniting as New Edition to kick off the 30th-anniversary celebration of their debut album Candy Girl with their fans. On Jan 24, 2017, a three-part docuseries, The New Edition Story was released; all about the group's members' career and personal life. 

But, Shelly contradicted her real name to use in the hit biopic. Later, Zena was used as her name instead of Shelly.

How Much Is Shelly Tresvant's Net Worth?

Since no profession about Shelly Tresvant is out, the calculation on her net worth is yet to be out, But allegedly, in 2021, Shelly has a fortune in the 6-digit figure. According to Celebrity Net Worth, her ex-beau Ralph Tresvant has an estimated net worth of $8 million.

In 1996, the artist earned $2.1 million from the album Home Again with the American quintet New Edition.  

Although there's been no news on any topics on their divorce alimony, she could have possibly earned a great share. Even more, sources claim that Tresvant along with spousal support could have got a fair amount for child support too.

Was Married To With Ralph Tresvant- What After Divorce?

As we are all aware that Shelly Tresvant was in a marital relationship with singer Ralph Tresvant, but it ended with diovrce. Reportedly, they married in 1993 after dating for 14 years. Their relationship began when Shelly was only 11 years old.

Together, they welcomed three children: two daughters; Na'Quelle Tresvant and Mariah Tresvant, as well as one son Ralph Tresvant Jr. Her daughter Na'Quelle and son Ralph Jr, are both singers.

However, they later divorced quietly, and since Shelly has gone low-key about her relationship as well as her personal life. Although there were rumors that she went through substance abuse after the divorce, her son Ralph Jr. (then-15 years old), confirmed with Radio Fact in 2015, that his mother is clean and “living a private life in Atlanta.”

Currently, the New Edition singer is married to his second wife Amber Serrano; they tied the knot on September 18, 2004, and are together since then. They even share a son Darkari E. Tresvant, born in September 1999, long before their marriage.