LisaRaye McCoy

LisaRaye McCoy is an actress, model, businesswoman, and fashion designer from the United States. She is best known for playing Diana “Diamond” Armstrong in the 1998 film “The Players Club.” McCoy is also noted for her appearances as Neesee James on UPN/The CW’s “All of Us” (2003-2007) and Keisha Greene on VH1’s “Single Ladies” (2011-2014).

Following her marriage to Michael Misick, she was even the previous first lady of Turks and Caicos. She is currently the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation’s global ambassador.

McCoy is a successful businesswoman with her own fashion lines, Jean collection, and hairline. She recently caused a stir when she remarked on Fox Soul’s internet discussion program “Cocktail with Queens” that Halle Berry wasn’t good in bed.

She is also active on social media, with over 702k Twitter followers (@TheRealLRaye1) and over 2 million Instagram followers (@thereallraye1).

LisaRaye McCoy’s Net Worth:

LisaRaye McCoy professional job as an actress has earned her a good living. McCoy’s career began in 1996 with the film “Reasons,” and she has since progressed to become one of the most well-known actors in her decade-long career.

Her revenue comes from her roles in films, television shows, modeling contracts, and her own product lines. She has her own clothing lines, a Jean collection, and a hairline, all of which add to her wealth. McCoy’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million, including her earnings.

What is LisaRaye McCoy Famous for?

  • Famous for her role as Diana Armstrong in the 1998 film, “The Players Club”.
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LisaRaye McCoy
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Where was LisaRaye McCoy Born?

LisaRaye McCoy was born in the United States on September 23, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois. LisaRaye McCoy is her given name. Her country of origin is the United States of America. McCoy is of Irish descent, and her zodiac sign is Libra.

LisaRaye McCoy is the daughter of David Ray McCoy (father) and Katie McCoy (mother) (mother). Her father, David, was a multimillionaire businessman who was slain in his car in South Side Alley in 1988, and her mother, Katie, was a former professional model.

She grew raised in Chicago’s south side with her step-sister, Shawntae Harris (better known as Da Brat), who is a rapper on his father’s side.

McCoy went to St. James College Prep, Kenwood Academy, and subsequently Thornridge High School, where she received her diploma in 1986. She moved on to Eastern Illinois University after high school before pursuing an acting career.

LisaRaye McCoy’s Career Highlights:

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LisaRaye McCoy and her former husband, Michael Misick.
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  • LisaRaye McCoy made her acting debut with a lead role in an independent film, “Reasons” in 1996.
  • McCoy got her biggest break when she was cast as Diana Armstrong in the comedy-drama film, “The Players Club” in 1998.
  • She then appeared in the coming of an age drama film, “The Wood” in 1999.
  • Following the success of the movie, she was featured in several movies; “Civil Brand”, “Ganges of Roses”, “Rhapsody”, “All About You”, “Go for Broke” and “Beauty Shop”.
  • McCoy then starred as Neesee James in the UPN/ The CW sitcom, “All of Us” in 2003. She remained in the show for 4 years till 2007.
  • McCoy  even has appeared in many music videos including “Know Filter 2”, “Download”, “Same Tempo”, “True Love”, “I Don’t Wanna See” and many others.
  • She also had a cameo in Seven’s music video “Girls” & Jaheim’s music video “Back Tight Wit You”.
  • Besides, McCoy even has launched two fashion lines: “Luxe & Romance” and “Xraye”.
  • She even has launched her jean collection “The LisaRaye Collection” and a hairline, “LisaRaye Glamour”.
  • In 2020, she played the role of Alexis in the TV series, “A House Divided”.
  • McCoy will be seen in her upcoming movies, “The Royal” and “Holiday Heartbreak”.
  • Currently, she is the global ambassador of The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

LisaRaye McCoy’s Husband:

Lisa Raye McCoy has had two marriages to date. Tony Martin, a professional football player, was her first husband, whom she married in 1992. Their marriage did not last long, and they divorced in 1994.

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LisaRaye McCoy and her daughter, Kai.
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She later married her second husband, Michael Misick, a former Turks and Caicos Island chief minister. On April 8, 2006, they had a spectacular wedding ceremony with 300 guests. They traveled on a three-week honeymoon to Jerusalem, Bali, and Dubai after the wedding.

She was even dubbed the “First Lady of Turks and Caicos” at this time. Premier Misick, on the other hand, announced in August 2008 that he and McCoy were divorcing. Misick has been involved in a number of incidents, including charges of corruption and rape. The couple separated and divorced in 2008. She was previously married to Kenji Pace, with whom she has a daughter, Kai Morae Pace (b. December 5, 1989).

Furthermore, McCoy has claimed to be the Queen Mother of Ghana on multiple occasions, despite the fact that Ghanaians have consistently refuted her claims. During a recent episode of Fox Soul’s internet talk program “Cocktail with Queens,” she became embroiled in controversy when she said that Halle Berry wasn’t excellent in bed.

“Ms. @TheRealLRaye1, ask my man @vanhunt, he’ll tell ya all y’all need to know,” Berry responded through Twitter.

LisaRaye McCoy’s Height:

LisaRaye McCoy is a stunning woman in her fifties with a well-kept hour-glass figure. With a height of 5ft. 6inches and a body weight of roughly 60kg, she is a tall woman.

Her body measurements are 34-24-36 inches, with a bra size of 34B, a dress size of 4(US), and a shoe size of 5(US). Her skin is brown, and she has black hair and brown eyes.