Who is Kelli Ferrell?
Kelli Ferrell was raised in the suburban area of Baltimore, Maryland, where she cultivated a strong interest in both food and fashion. Her formative years spent cooking with her mother and grandmother sparked a lasting enthusiasm for the culinary arts.
Kelli originally moved to Atlanta to study fashion merchandising and design, but her journey shifted towards the culinary arts as she discovered her love for cooking, ultimately resulting in a prosperous career in the food sector.
Career
In 2016, Kelli established Nana’s Chicken-N-Waffles in McDonough, Georgia, drawing inspiration from her family’s culinary traditions and the warmth of home-cooked dishes.
The restaurant swiftly garnered recognition for its inviting atmosphere and delicious menu, securing a notable position in Atlanta’s culinary landscape. A second location in Sandy Springs, Georgia, is in the works, with a projected opening date in early 2025.
Kelli has broadened her brand beyond merely owning restaurants to encompass writing cookbooks, thereby sharing her recipes and culinary insights with a larger audience.
In 2024, it was revealed that Kelli Ferrell would be joining the cast of ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta‘ for its 16th season, along with newcomers Brit Eady and Angela Oakley. The season will also feature returning members Porsha Williams, Phaedra Parks, Drew Sidora, and Shamea Morton.
Kelli’s entry into the realm of reality television occurs during a notable phase of personal transformation and business development, with her restaurant projects continuing to thrive despite ongoing legal issues.
Personal Life
Kelli Ferrell and Chuvalo Mark Ferrell were married on August 20, 2011, and they have three children together: Chance, born in 2012, and twins Chasiti and Chelsi, born in 2015. Furthermore, Kelli has an older daughter, Chloe, from a previous relationship.
In April 2022, Kelli filed for divorce from Chuvalo, citing their marriage as ‘irreparably broken with no hope for reconciliation’ and stating that they had separated in January 2022.
The divorce proceedings have been contentious, with the court granting Kelli primary physical custody of their children while sharing joint legal custody. A temporary parenting plan was established in October 2023.
Net Worth
Kelli Ferrell is a renowned American chef and reality television personality with a net worth of $1 million. She is a distinguished chef, restaurateur, and author of cookbooks, recognized for her substantial impact on Atlanta’s culinary landscape while overcoming personal adversities.
