Miracle Watts, an American Instagram personality, actress, and entrepreneur, has taken the digital platforms by storm. The initial surge of interest in her can be largely attributed to the Canadian rapper Drake.as the former exotic dancer received a shout-out in one of the rapper’s verses in the 2014 hit single, “2 On/Thotful,” catapulting her into the spotlight, and providing the opportunity for a significant rebrand. Since then, Miracle Watts has successfully launched two thriving beauty lines: The Miracle Tresses and The Miracle Line, in addition to her flourishing fashion brand, Miracle Kloset. Always the go-getter, she ventured into the acting profession, and secured a role in the popular TV series, “P-Valley.”
Early Years, Family & Education
Miracle Denise Watts was born on 30 January 1993, in Houston, Texas, hailing from a diverse background, with African-American and Latina roots. She was raised by a single mother and grew up alongside a younger brother named Bryson and a younger sister named Morgan. Other details about her childhood remain scarce, as Miracle has been private about her family life. Nevertheless, her passion for fashion, beauty, and photography emerged early on, and she delighted in experimenting with make-up and dressing up.
Miracle attended a local high school in Houston, graduating in 2011, and subsequently pursued higher education at a reputable university, although it remains unclear if she completed her degree. In retrospect, Miracle has shared that had she not embarked on a career as a social media influencer, she would likely have immersed herself in the world of hair and make-up, reminiscent of her high school days, before achieving widespread popularity.
Her life before social media stardom
Her previous temporary jobs
Like many teens, Miracle initially found herself working in retail, selling shoes in a mall, however, it didn’t take long for her to move on in pursuit of a better fit for her personality. She transitioned to working in a movie theater, but unexpectedly found herself dozing off on the job multiple times, so after just a couple of weeks, she resigned.
Following a recommendation, Miracle landed a position at Sonic, a drive-in fast-food chain in Houston; this job resonated with her, and she genuinely enjoyed her time there. Looking back, she realized the significance of customers providing tips to employees, a practice she hadn’t experienced during her tenure at Sonic. In a testament to her empathy, Miracle now makes a point to generously tip the workers at Sonic whenever she visits, fostering a sense of camaraderie with those who share a similar work experience.
An exotic dancer at 16
Miracle Watts shared that no one compelled her to pursue strip dancing during her high school years. While she didn’t feel obligated to take on this role, a deep sense of responsibility to support her family motivated her to do so. At 16 years old, she would sneak out at night and pass by her bedroom window, ensuring a quiet escape as she skillfully maneuvered her car from the driveway to the street, heading to perform at the renowned strip club, Houston Club Dreams.
After each performance, she would return home around 4 to 4:30 in the morning, swiftly transitioning to prepare for school. The experience of earning her own money at a young age was exhilarating for Miracle, and she took pride in sharing the results with her school friends. Remarkably, since that time, she’s never asked for financial assistance from her parents. It’s worth noting that she collaborated with other well-known sultry performers in her dancing career, including Maliah Michel and Lira Galore.
Drake’s shout-out changed her life
The Canadian rap superstar, Drake, known for his frequent visits to striptease clubs, encountered Miracle at Houston Club Dreams, generating a lasting impression. Drake extended a helping hand to another Canadian rapper, Matthew “OB” O’Brien, who often appeared in his videos. This support materialized in Drake’s feature on O’Brien’s single, “2 On/Thotful,” in which Miracle was prominently mentioned in one of the verses. In a moment of lyrical spontaneity, Drake exclaimed, ‘You bring the cash right here, man. Miracle, sit your ass right here, man.’
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— Miracle Watts (@miraclewatts00) July 13, 2016
This shout-out sparked a fervent search for Miracle among fans, propelling her into the spotlight and cultivating a substantial audience on her social media platforms, particularly Instagram. Recognizing the potential for greater achievements, Miracle saw this as an opportunity to carve out a new path, and strive for financial success on her own terms.
A New Chapter for Miracle Watts
Having rebranded herself, Miracle Watts emerged as a multi-faceted individual, transitioning into a social media influencer, model and business entrepreneur.
Social Media Influencer
As her social media following continued to grow, particularly on Instagram, Miracle made the strategic decision to step away from her role as an exotic dancer. Reflecting on this pivotal change, Miracle clarified that while Drake didn’t retire her, she credited the superstar rapper for guiding her toward new avenues to pursue her dreams. She shifted her focus to curated photos and video reels, showcasing her fashion sense and makeup skills. This shift not only diversified her audience beyond the predominantly male following from her earlier profession but also attracted more young black teens and young adults to engage with her content.
By December 2023, Miracle’s Instagram account had amassed nearly three million followers, a testament to her consistent efforts. Approaching her 1,000th post, Miracle demonstrated the social media principle that consistency is key for optimal engagement.
However, Miracle’s other social media platforms didn’t enjoy the same level of success. For example, her Twitter account boasted around 130,000 followers, and her YouTube channel had fewer than 100,000 subscribers, possibly due to her reduced activity on these platforms – her last Twitter post was in January 2017, and her last YouTube upload was in July 2020. Notably, she redirected her focus to creating short videos on TikTok, amassing an audience of approximately 400,000 followers, and earning five million likes from 125 videos uploaded since March 2020.
Depending on the need and what is trending online, she’s like a chameleon adapting to the changing of the seasons.
The Miracle Lash and The Miracle Tresses
Having garnered millions of followers on Instagram, Miracle Watts recognized the opportunity to turn her business ideas into reality and leverage her social media influence. In January 2015, she took the first step by introducing “The Miracle Lash” to the public. Reflecting on this venture, Miracle stated, ‘Once it dawned on me that I had such tremendous support, I thought, why not find a way to monetize from my platform?’ The success of this business endeavor allowed her to thrive financially.
Buoyed by the triumph of selling faux eyelashes, Miracle expanded her offerings to include faux hair and extensions. In October 2016, she launched her online sales platform under the brand name “The Miracle Tresses,” and it quickly became a resounding success. Her dedicated followers enthusiastically purchased her hair products, and the brand gained further recognition as known celebrities endorsed and promoted these products.
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Selling her plugs – ‘Be a Girl Boss’
Following her remarkable success and ascent to becoming a multi-millionaire, Miracle Watts shifted her focus to empowering young women to embrace entrepreneurship and become their own “Girl Boss.” She initiated a unique approach by selling her proven business concepts to individuals interested in launching businesses centered around her products. As a successful entrepreneur, Miracle marketed these opportunities by offering aspiring start-ups the chance to purchase her ‘Plugs.’ She assured them that she’d carefully vetted these vendors, providing a trusted foundation for their endeavors.
The Miracle Lifestyle
Miracle’s commitment to her followers extended beyond business connections. She introduced the concept of “The Miracle Lifestyle,” recognizing that her audience sought more than just entrepreneurial opportunities. In 2020, she organized an exclusive gathering, offering participants valuable insights on how to become successful girl bosses. The event featured a comprehensive talk on networking with an expert guest speaker.
Participation in this enriching experience was available through a paid ticket, which covered flight and transportation, accommodation, tours, merchandise goodies, and spa services. This holistic approach aimed to equip attendees not only with business knowledge but also with a broader understanding of cultivating success in various aspects of life.
The Miracle Kloset
Following a glitch that led to the temporary unavailability of the Miracle Lifestyle website, Miracle Watts swiftly pivoted and introduced another site for her clothing brand, aptly named “The Miracle Kloset.” This new platform showcases an array of fashionable items, including tops, dresses, bottoms, bodysuits, and jumpsuits.
Miracle remains dedicated to making her clothing line accessible to a wide audience by ensuring affordability. She wanted to provide stylish options for everyone without burdening their budgets. Notably, the popularity of her clothing line is evident as most items are quickly sold out the moment they become available online.
Acting Career
In 2022, an exciting opportunity unfolded for Miracle Watts when she was offered a recurring role in the second season of the popular American TV drama series, “P-Valley.” This small screen adaptation of Katori Hall’s stage play, “Pussy Valley,” delves into the lives of individuals working at “The Pynk,” a renowned strip club situated in a fictionalized city in the Mississippi Delta. Tackling controversial topics such as race, class, gender orientation, power, and equality, the narrative unfolds from the perspectives of those within the strip club. The drama series originally premiered on the Starz channel in July 2020.
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With its widespread popularity, the show was renewed for a second season, marking Miracle’s entry into Hollywood, in which she portrayed the role of Big Bone, the strip club’s new and feisty bartender. The character provided her with an opportunity to showcase her acting skills effortlessly. Expressing her joy and gratitude for the role, Miracle took to her Instagram account to share an appreciation post: ‘When hard work, sleepless nights, & countless auditions meet opportunity. I can actually say, My first role is ON THE HOTTEST TV SHOW OUT P-VALLEY.’
Miracle expressed her gratitude to Katori Hall for believing in her abilities and providing her with an opportunity to fulfill her dream of becoming an actress. Additionally, she was thrilled to collaborate with her boyfriend, Tyler Lepley, who played Diamond, the club’s resident bouncer. The series, featuring Brandee Evans, Nicco Annan, Shannon Thornton and Elarica Johnson, was renewed for a third season. However, filming was temporarily halted due to the 2023 WGA strike.
Personal Life
Miracle Watts has been rumored to have had previous relationships with celebrities, including the founder of a digital agency called Powered by Facet, Hasan Suliman; the singer and songwriter August Alsina; and the rapper and record producer Rich the Kid. She denied that she dated August, who mentioned her in the lyrics of his song entitled “No Love,” which featured Nicki Minaj. In 2018, when asked about being in love, she couldn’t provide an immediate response, acknowledging that she was in a complicated situation, and preferred not to delve into details.
Currently, her focus is on her relationship with Tyler Lepley, a prominent American actor known for his roles in “The Haves and the Have Nots” and “P-Valley.” They officially began dating in 2021, and their romance continued to blossom further on the set of “P-Valley.” The couple enthusiastically announced their pregnancy in October 2022 and joyfully welcomed their son in the same month. Sharing romantic posts about each other, including a re-enactment of an iconic scene from the blockbuster romantic movie “The Notebook,” the couple’s gestures have been deemed swoon-worthy by fans.
While some speculated that their gestures were akin to a marriage proposal, Miracle’s view on marriage seemed to have evolved. In an interview five years ago, she expressed a belief in couples staying together forever, but suggested that marriage could complicate matters if a love story didn’t have a perfect ending. Miracle preferred a natural relationship without legal ramifications, an opinion seemingly influenced by Tyler.
Despite the seemingly contented and private nature of her relationship with Tyler, recent online tensions surfaced between Miracle and Tyler’s ex-girlfriend and former talent agent, April King. April, who shares a daughter, Jade, and a son, Leo, with Tyler, expressed concern about Miracle referring to Jade as ‘her children.’ She believed Tyler wasn’t actively co-parenting Jade, and financial support came mainly from Tyler’s parents. She contested Miracle and Tyler’s right to claim shared parental duties publicly. In an Instagram post, April tagged Miracle and wrote: ‘You have met Leo twice and Jade once. They are not your children.’
In response to April’s online rant, Miracle expressed her belief that April should appreciate the care she provided to the child, despite the complexities of the situation. Miracle clarified that she would never attempt to fill April’s shoes, as she already had her own to fill. In return, Miracle asked April, ‘Would you prefer the opposite?’ This dispute underscored differing views on their family dynamics, challenging the image portrayed on Tyler’s Instagram page.
Interesting Facts and Controversies
- It was at the age of 16 that she lost her V-card to a former boyfriend, but hasn’t shared any details surrounding that relationship. She said the best way to keep her privacy was to mind her own business and never overshare.
- Miracle has been open about her experiences with the same sex, despite not identifying as bisexual. Additionally, she embraces the concept of open relationships, emphasizing the importance of mutual understanding and complete acceptance of various possibilities.
- When it comes to her ideal first date, Miracle’s simplicity and love for good food shine through. She envisions a date at a place where she can indulge in her favorite dishes. For her, a dinner paired with great conversation is sufficient. Describing herself as a simple girl, she emphasizes her easygoing and easy-to-please nature.
- A lifelong pet enthusiast, Miracle has been caring for animals since she was old enough to do so. Throughout her upbringing, she had several pets, including an iguana and a snake. Tragically, her dog Aston passed away due to a vehicular accident. Currently, she shares her life with her beloved dog, Riley.
Physical Appearance
Miracle Watts has an attractive physique. She stands at 5ft 4ins (163cms) tall, weighs around 135lbs (61kgs), with vital statistics of 36-25-34. She has black hair and dark brown eyes. Miracle gained weight due to her pregnancy, and skin discoloration, initially hating her postpartum body which triggered insecurities. Slowly but surely she was getting back to her old form. She often changes her hairstyle and wears different types of wigs and extensions. She also likes to experiment with her make-up and accessories.
Net Worth
Miracle Watts has an estimated net worth of over $1.5 million as of 2023. She has earned her wealth from her various endeavors as a social media influencer, model, entrepreneur and actress. She and her boyfriend own a luxurious house in California, that they purchased in April 2022.
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