Omarosa Onee Newman, also called Omarosa, is a Black writer and TV star who used to work closely with former US President Donald Trump. She became famous for being on the first season of a TV show called The Apprentice on NBC.

How Old Is Omarosa Manigault Newman?

Omarosa Manigault Newman was born on February 5, 1974, in Youngstown, Ohio, USA. In 2024, she is 50 years old.

Family Background

The media sensation Omarosa Newman was born in Youngstown, Ohio, to Theresa Marie Manigault and Jack Thomas Manigault Sr. After her dad was tragically killed when she was seven, her life changed a lot.

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Omarosa Manigault Newman is of Afro-American ethnic origin.
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Similarly, the lady grew up with her mom, dad, and older brother, Jack Thomas Manigault Jr. Sadly, her brother was also killed in 2011, causing more sadness.

Despite these tough times, Manigault had her family’s love and support. She’s close to her half-sisters, Gladys Louise and Lisa Manigault, and her grandma, Mary Manigault.

Education

The 50-year-old Omarosa went to The Rayen School in her hometown of Youngstown. Then, she went to Central State University in Wilberforce, where she got her bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism in 1996.

Later on, she got her master’s degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. She started a Ph.D. in communications but didn’t finish it. She also got biblical studies training at Payne Theological Seminary in Wilberforce, Ohio.

In August 2009, Soul Sistahs alum started working on a Doctor of Ministry degree at the United Theological Seminary in Ohio.

Omarosa Manigault Newman’s Multiple Relationships

Omarosa dated Aaron Stallworth from 1999 to 2005. They got married in 2000, and she changed her last name to Manigault-Stallworth.

Moreover, the former duo’s marriage ended in 2005 because they lived far apart. She worked in Los Angeles, while he lived on a ranch in Texas.

Next, Manigault dated actor Michael Clarke Duncan from 2010 to 2012. They met in a grocery store in 2010 and got engaged in 2012.

Sadly, Michael passed away before they could get married. In 2013, La Toya Jackson accused Omarosa of causing Michael’s death, but Omarosa denied it and sued her.

After that, The Apprentice star dated WWE star Titus O’Neil from 2013 to 2014. They met at a party in August 2013 but broke up in September 2014.

Omarosa Manigault Newman’s Love Life

Newman is married to her husband Pastor John Allen Newman. They began dating in 2015 after meeting at Howard University, where she was teaching.

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Omarosa Manigault Newman is blissfully married.
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In July 2016, the renowned personality proposed to her in front of his congregation at The Sanctuary at Calvary Church in Jacksonville, and they got engaged.

In addition, the celebrity pair got married on April 8, 2017, with a big celebration at Donald Trump’s hotel in Washington, DC.

On their sixth anniversary, Omarosa said,

Happy 6th Anniversary to my wonderful Husband @johnallennewman 🤍🤍🤍
HappilyEverNewman

Professional Life & Career

Newman has worked in different roles in the Clinton administration. She started by working for Vice President Al Gore, handling invitations and scheduling. Later, she moved to the White House personnel office before leaving the Department of Commerce in 2000.

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Omarosa Manigault Newman is a TV star.
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In 2004, she joined the first season of The Apprentice, a reality show hosted by Tiffany Trump‘s father Donald Trump. She gained attention as a controversial figure on the show due to her competitive tactics. Despite being labeled as the show’s villain, she told Patricia Lofton‘s sister Oprah Winfrey in 2013 that her TV persona didn’t define her.

Further, Omarosa continued her TV appearances, including a stint on Celebrity Apprentice in 2013. Likewise, she appeared in  Celebrity Big Brother (US season 1).

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Alongside her TV career, she became a Baptist minister, finding her calling in spreading God’s message. She started as an assistant pastor in Los Angeles, California.

During Trump’s 2016 campaign, she was the vice-chair of the National Diversity Coalition for Trump (NDCC), a conservative group supporting Trump’s policies. She praised Trump’s willingness to listen and learn during their meetings.

In July 2016, she was appointed the director of African American outreach for the Trump campaign. In interviews, she highlighted the support she found among African Americans for Trump’s presidential bid.

She later wrote a book, Unhinged, which was highly critical of Trump.

Controversy

Ereka Vetrini, a contestant on The Apprentice, was accused by Omarosa of using inappropriate language. There were also accusations against Omarosa, including causing harm to La Toya’s fiancé, Michael Clarke.

Also, Omarosa received criticism for her involvement in the Trump presidency. Right now, she’s not involved in any other scandals or problems.

Has Appeared In House of Villians

Manigault Newman is known for her villainous persona and was a contestant on the E! reality series House of Villains in 2023, where she placed 6th.

Likewise, the show featured 10 reality show villains competing to outsmart, out-manipulate, and out-scheme each other through a series of tests to win a $200,000 cash prize and the title of “America’s Ultimate Supervillain.”

What Is Omarosa Manigault Newman’s Net Worth?

Omarosa Newman’s net worth is estimated to be around $3.5 million. She has accumulated her wealth through various endeavors, including reality TV appearances, book sales, her work in the Trump administration, and an inheritance from actor Michael Clarke’s estate.

Despite some legal and financial challenges, such as a penalty for failing to file financial disclosure reports and a legal dispute with Donald Trump, her net worth remains in the millions.

Is She Active On Social Media?

The pretty lady Manigault Newman is on social media. She has about 81.4 thousand followers on Instagram. She started using Twitter in October 2008 and now has 125.9k followers. She also has a Facebook page with 27 thousand fans.

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