The truth about KJ Smith’s net worth: is she richer than Skyh Black?
KJ Smith's net worth, estimated at $2 million, showcases her impressive rise in the entertainment industry. Her wealth stems from featuring in hit TV shows, entrepreneurship, and brand endorsements.
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Key takeaways
- KJ Smith launched her career in acting in 2009 and has since carved a name in Hollywood with over 59 acting credits.
- Smith is also into modelling, brand endorsements, and entrepreneurship.
- She is married to fellow Sistas co-star Skyh Black who has an estimated net worth of $4 million, making him richer than her.
- Alongside her husband, KJ Smith launched a coffee brand, BLACK.
KJ Smith's profile summary
| Full name | Khaneshia JaNea Smith |
| Gender | Female |
| Date of birth | May 6, 1985 |
| Age | 40 years old (as of 2025) |
| Place of birth | Tallahassee, Florida, United States |
| Current residence | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Height | 5 feet 4 inches |
| Weight | 57 kg (approx) |
| Father | Ernest J Smith |
| Mother | Annie Mae Smith |
| Siblings | Lanetra Bennett |
| Relationship status | Married |
| Husband | Skyh Black |
| Education | Florida State University, Florida A&M University |
| Profession | Actress, model, and entrepreneur |
| Social media | InstagramFacebook |
KJ Smith's net worth and salary
According to Naija News, KJ Smith's net worth is approximately $2 million. Her wealth primarily stems from acting, modelling, entrepreneurship, and brand endorsement deals.
In a January 2022 interview with Essence, Smith joyfully expressed that she is living her dreams. She said,
I just feel amazing all the time. I just feel like, Wow. This is my life! There was one day where I was just crying on an air mattress and now I’m living the life of my dreams.
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How does KJ Smith make her money?
The exact salary KJ earns per episode from Sistas is not publicly documented. However, she reportedly earns a considerable payout from the Tyler Perry production as she credits the entertainment mogul for significantly impacting her career in Hollywood.
KJ Smith primarily makes her money through acting, brand endorsement deals, modelling, and entrepreneurship. Here is an overview of how she accumulated her fortune throughout the years.
Acting
KJ Smith debuted in acting in 2009 after being featured as a waitress in the short film Talent. She starred in minor roles until she landed her breakout role as Andrea Barnes in Sistas.
Smith currently boasts over 59 acting credits according to her IMDb profile. Some of the movies and TV shows KJ Smith has appeared in include:
- The Family Business
- Power Book III: Raising Kanan
- Bruh
- The Available Wife
- Fatal Affair
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Brand endorsement deals
KJ Smith from Sistas has collaborated with various leading fashion and skincare brands. These include House of Beeombi, SuReina Bridal, Ria Victoria, and Murad Skincare.
Entrepreneurship
KJ Smith, alongside her husband Skyh, launched a coffee brand, BLACK. The coffee brand consists of three blends: Energising Calm, Executive, and Redefining Black.
Who is KJ Smith married to?
KJ Smith is married to fellow Sistas co-star Skyh Alvester Black. The celebrity couple first met on the set of the BET series Sistas. They began dating in January 2021, and by December, they were engaged.
Smith and Black exchanged their vows in a star-studded wedding event at the Malibu Dream Resort in September 2023. Recalling their wedding, KJ stated,
It was perfect. An experience. The Black Experience,
In May 2025, the couple revealed they were expecting their first child together. During an appearance at the BET Awards, the couple revealed they were expecting a girl. Skyh said,
To know that I'm going to be a girl dad ... I've bought so many things from 0-6 months that she's telling me to stop.
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What is Skyh Black's net worth?
According to The Next Hint, KJ Smith's husband has a net worth estimated between $3 million and $4 million. During a December 1, 2023, episode of Marriage & Money with Egypt & Mike TV, Black revealed they are working on building an empire. He said
We building this empire and now we have several business ventures.
About KJ Smith's weight and health
KJ Smith weighs about 57 kilograms and she is 5 feet 4 inches tall. She has publicly shared her weight loss journey and maintaining a healthy lifestyle through yoga and better eating habits.
In a 2020 interview with Hello Beauty, Smith openly discussed what motivated her to shed weight. She revealed,
I have a family who unfortunately suffers from diabetes, high blood pressure, hypertension. I had to take a hard look at myself and ask ‘Is this what I want to be in 40 years or even right now? No.'
A look at KJ Smith's age and early life
KJ, whose real name is Khaneshia JaNea Smith (40 years old as of 2025), was born in Tallahassee, Florida, United States on May 6, 1985. She grew up alongside her younger sister Lanetra Bennett, who is a journalist.
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Who is the father of KJ Smith?
KJ Smith's father is Ernest J Smith, while her mother is Marilyn Smith. Her father passed away in 2017 after a battle with Cerebral Palsy. She has since been a strong supporter of the Cerebral Palsy Foundation as a gesture of gratitude towards her father.
Wrapping up
KJ Smith's net worth is estimated at over $2 million, and her husband, Skyh, has a net worth estimated to be between $3 million and $4 million, which makes him richer.
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