Comedy fans across America would remember Martin Lawrence, but not many will remember his 2010 marriage to Shamicka Gibbs. So, who is Shamicka Gibbs, and what has she been up to since the end of her relationship with Martin?
Who Is Shamicka Gibbs?
Shamicka Gibbs is best known as an American entrepreneur and Martin Lawrence’s ex-wife. She is involved in various fields, including entrepreneurship, television, culinary arts, modeling, and fashion design. She is the driving force behind an event business called Cooking and Conversing.
In addition to her diverse endeavors, Shamicka holds ownership of ten branches of Massage Envy SPA across the United States. However, her journey took an unexpected turn when she received a Celiac disease diagnosis in 2011. This pivotal moment led her to create a line of homemade, all-natural spices called “Don’t Hurt Cha’ Tongue Baby.”
Shamicka’s upbringing revolved around her parents, Ronnie and Susan Gloria Gibbs, and her siblings, Gigi and Donnel. She regularly delights in captivating her online audience with her culinary expertise.
Also, Shamicka regularly shares precious moments with her two lovely daughters, Iyanna and Amara Lawrence, on her social media. Her close bond extends beyond her two children as she maintains an equally strong relationship with her stepdaughter, Jasmin.
Shamicka Gibbs’ Business and Career
Again, Shamicka is prominent in entrepreneurship, television, modeling, and culinary arts. She gained recognition as the visionary behind the SS Lawrence Collection LLC, a notable enterprise she founded. Furthermore, since November 2012, she has been at the helm of F8th Unit LLC, a renowned entertainment, management, and production company.
In addition to her successful ventures, Shamicka’s entrepreneurial prowess led her to establish Massage Envy SPA in the greater Los Angeles Area in 2018. This thriving business has expanded its reach to encompass ten branches throughout the United States, including Sherman Oaks, Westlake Village, Valencia, Oxnard, Palmdale, and Thousand Oaks.
Her captivating presence has graced various reality TV shows, showcasing her versatile talents and personality. Among her notable appearances are in shows such as “Hollywood Today” (2013), “Bethenny” (2013), “Reality Relapse” (2014), “Unsung” (2017), and “Hollywood Exes” (2013-2020).
What Was Her Relationship With Martin Lawrence Like?
Martin has been associated with several beautiful women throughout his life in the limelight. But in a significant move, the comedian succumbed to a life away from the dating scene by marrying his longtime girlfriend and mother of his children, Shamicka, on July 10, 2010.
The couple opted for an intimate affair, hosting the event at their former Beverly Hills residence. The guest list included renowned personalities like Eddie Murphy and Denzel Washington. With about 120 attendees, the occasion radiated an exquisite blend of elegance and luxury.
This marked Lawrence’s second venture into matrimony, and it was only after their shared journey of raising two children, Lyana and Ameria, that the couple decided to make their union official. The wedding, impeccably organized by esteemed celebrity event designer Diann Valentine, boasted all the hallmarks of a star-studded celebration.
However, Lawrence and Shamicka’s relationship took a cold turn after two years of marriage. In a joint statement, they expressed their commitment to maintaining a friendship and co-parenting their two beautiful daughters, driven by love and respect for one another.
While speaking about the divorce after about a year, Shamicka explained that: “Every relationship has its ups and downs, and people grow apart. There was just a lot of stuff that went with it that I didn’t want to discuss. Life happens.”
Although Shamicka and Martin are no longer together, their social media interactions hint at a positive co-parenting dynamic. Shamicka occasionally features Martin in her posts, indicating their continued connection and shared commitment to raising their children.
Where Has She Been Following Her Divorce From Martin Lawrence?
Shamicka rose to fame after parting ways with Martin. In less than a year, she joined VH1’s “Hollywood Exes,” rubbing shoulders with other celebrity exes like Nicole Murphy, Sheree Fletcher, and Mayte Garcia. Despite rumors of Martin’s disapproval, Shamicka reaffirmed her independence from him, emphasizing that she could make her own decisions.
By embracing reality TV, Shamicka ensured her true self shone through by requesting that the producers not distort her personality. Meanwhile, she found love in Antwuan “Ace” Hill, a fellow entrepreneur. Ace also travels as a motivational speaker and is the author of the book “Rethink the Way You Move.”
