Kai Morae is an American model, reality TV star, and social media influencer. She is best known for being the daughter of actress and singer LisaRaye McCoy, and for appearing on the TV One reality show The Real McCoy with her mother. Kai Morae has also made a name for herself in the modeling industry, working with brands like Apple Bottoms, Macy’s, Evans and Ashley Stewart. She is also a proud mother of a daughter named Bella Rae, who was born in 2016.

Wiki/Bio Facts

Fact	Description
Full name	Kaienja Morae Pace
Date of birth	December 5, 1989
Place of birth	Chicago, Illinois
Zodiac sign	Sagittarius
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	African-American
Occupation	Fashion model and actress
Net worth	Estimated at $2 million as of 2024
Height	5 feet 4 inches (162 cm)
Eye color	Brown
Hair color	Dark Brown
Mother	LisaRaye McCoy, an actress, model, businesswoman, fashion designer, and TV personality
Father	Kenji Pace, a motivational speaker and entrepreneur
Siblings	None; she is the only child of her mother
Grandparents	David Ray McCoy, a businessman and former Chicago politician; Katie McCoy, a former professional model
Marital Status	Unmarried
Ex-Partner	Joe, a private figure whose full name and occupation are unknown
Daughter	Bella Rae Jeune, born on December 17, 2016
TV debut	The Real McCoy, a reality show that followed her mother’s life and career in 2010
Modeling Inspiration	Tyra banks
Modeling debut	Macy’s, a department store chain
Modeling breakthrough	Evans, a British brand for curvy and plus-sized women in 2011; she became the first plus-size model for the clothing brand Apple Bottoms in the same year
Social media presence	She has over 177K followers on Instagram as of September 2024
Hobbies	She enjoys traveling, shopping, reading, and spending time with her family and friends
Favorite singer	N/A
Favorite book	N/A
Role model	Her mother; she admires her strength, resilience, and generosity
Pet peeve	People who are rude and disrespectful
Goal	To have her own identity and not just be known as Lisa Raye’s daughter; to inspire other women to embrace their curves and beauty

Early Life and Education: Growing Up in Chicago

Kai Morae was born on December 5, 1989, in Chicago, Illinois. Her full name is Kaienja Morae Pace, and she is the only child of LisaRaye McCoy and Kenji Pace. Her parents divorced when she was young, and she was raised by her mother and grandmother. Kai attended High School in Chicago but the information on her Alma Mater is not available.

Modeling Career: Breaking Barriers and Stereotypes

Kai Morae started modeling at a young age, following in the footsteps of her mother, who was the first African-American spokesperson for Hennessy and the first African-American actress to become the First Lady of an island territory (Turks and Caicos). She signed with Ford Models and began working with various brands and magazines. She became the first plus-size model to be featured in an Apple Bottoms campaign, which was created by rapper Nelly. She also modeled for Macy’s and Ashley Stewart. She has said that her goal as a model is to break barriers and stereotypes, and to inspire other women to embrace their curves and beauty.

Reality TV Fame: Appearing on The Real McCoy with Her Mother

In 2010, Kai Morae joined her mother LisaRaye McCoy on the TV One reality show The Real McCoy, which followed the lives of the actress and her family. The show gave viewers an inside look at Kai Morae’s relationship with her mother, her modeling career, and her love life. The show ran for two seasons and received positive reviews from critics and fans. Kai Morae said that being on the show was a fun and rewarding experience, and that it helped her bond with her mother.

Personal Life: Becoming a Mother and Keeping Her Privacy

Kai Morae welcomed her first child, a daughter named Bella Rae, on December 17, 2016. The father of her child is Joe whose full name and other details are not publicly known. Kai Morae announced her pregnancy on social media in September 2016 and shared photos of her baby shower and maternity shoot. Even though Kai is a mother she has never been married.

Kai Morae has been very private about her personal life, especially after her break-up with Joe. She has not revealed much about her current relationship status or dating life. She has said that she prefers to keep her personal life away from the public eye, and that she focuses on being a good mother and role model for her daughter.

Social Media Presence: Partnering with Brands and Influencing Others

Kai Morae has a strong presence on social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. She has over 175k followers on Instagram, where she posts photos and videos of her modeling work, her daughter, her travels, her fashion choices, and her lifestyle. She also partners with brands to promote their products and services. She also uses her platform to raise awareness about issues such as body positivity, mental health and domestic violence. She has said that she hopes to inspire other women to be confident and happy with themselves.

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Physical Traits

Trait	Description
Hair	Kai Morae has long, dark brown hair that she often styles in different ways. She sometimes wears it straight, curly, or in braids.
Eyes	Kai Morae has brown eyes that complement her hair color. She likes to accentuate them with eyeliner and mascara.
Skin	Kai Morae has a light brown complexion that she inherited from her mother, LisaRaye McCoy. She takes good care of her skin and uses natural products.
Height	Kai Morae is 5 feet 4 inches tall, which is the average height for American women. She has a plus-size body and curvy figure that she maintains with regular exercise and a healthy diet.
Weight	Kai Morae weighs around 130 pounds, which is considered a healthy weight for her height and body type. She is proud of her curves and does not feel the need to be skinny to be a successful model.
Bust	Kai Morae has a 36-inch bust size, which gives her an hourglass shape. She wears a bra size of 34D. She likes to wear clothes that flatter her chest and enhance her cleavage.
Waist	Kai Morae has a 28-inch waist size, which is relatively small compared to her bust and hips. She has a flat stomach that she shows off in crop tops and bikinis.
Hips	Kai Morae has a 38-inch hip size, which is quite large and gives her a voluptuous look.