Tara Wallace, originally named Taranasha Wallace, was born on December 30, 1982, in McComb, Mississippi. She pursued her passion for acting by attending Jackson State University, where she received a degree in Dramatic Arts. Driven by her dream, she relocated to New York City and further honed her craft, earning an MFA in acting from the prestigious Actors Studio Drama School. Initially, Wallace worked at a Virgin Megastore in downtown New York City, while also securing roles in commercials and community theatre. Her talent led her to participate in off-Broadway productions, encompassing both musicals and plays, before she transitioned to managing a downtown nightclub and lounge.
Personal Life
Around the year 2000, Wallace began a relationship with rapper Peter Gunz, which lasted for 13 years. They have two sons together, Jamison and Kaz. The couple's relationship faced challenges, particularly when Gunz's affair with Amina Buddafly became public during the filming of Love & Hip Hop. Following the revelation, Wallace and Gunz ended their relationship, while Gunz and Buddafly now share a daughter. The current status of their relationships remains uncertain.
Career on Love & Hip Hop
Wallace joined the cast of Love & Hip Hop in 2013, during the show's fourth season. Despite the public scandal surrounding her personal life, she persevered and is set to appear in the upcoming sixth season. This season is expected to bring more drama, as Gunz reportedly desires reconciliation between Wallace and Buddafly.
Current Endeavors
Wallace and Gunz share custody of their sons, with Wallace taking on most of the caregiving responsibilities. As of 2014, her sons were unaware of the breakup or Gunz's new child. The pair was recently seen attending a wedding together, sparking rumors of a potential divorce between Gunz and Buddafly; however, nothing has been confirmed. Viewers eager for further developments in Wallace's life will need to tune into the show.
Outside of her television career, Wallace continues to manage a restaurant in New York City's meat-packing district, balancing her responsibilities as a restaurateur with her reality TV stardom.