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- Nia Long is an actress known for roles in popular films such as guys in the area.
- She is reportedly single following a recent breakup with Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka.
- She was previously romantically linked to comedians Chris Rock and Chris Tucker.
- Nia’s rep confirmed her split from Ime two months after he was suspended from the Boston Celtics for an alleged affair with an NBA staffer.
Nia Lang breakup from Boston Celtics head coach I am Udokawho was suspended on September 22, 2022 for allegedly having a consensual relationship with an NBA staffer, her rep confirmed PERSONS on Dec. 6, 2022. “The situation is unfortunate and painful, but Nia is focused on her children and rebuilding her life,” a source told the outlet, while the rep said they are “not together anymore, but continuing.” fully committed to working together -bringing up her son [Kez].”
Nia, 45, who made her name as a popular actress in ’90s classics Dear Jones and guys in the area, previously released a statement thanking fans for their support amid the controversy surrounding Ime’s reported affair. “The outpouring of love and support from family, friends and community at this difficult time means so much to me,” Nia said in the statement HollywoodLife. “I ask that my privacy be respected as I process the recent events. Most importantly, I am a mother and will continue to focus on my children.”
As Nia and Ime sort out their relationship and hopefully come out better than ever, we delve deep into the beauty’s past romances. Read on to find out all about Nia’s love life below!
Chris Rock
Nia and Chris had a brief romance when they both appeared in Hollywood. But things didn’t quite go as planned after their first date, according to Nia. “We went on a date and after we kind of hung out, he took me back to Brooklyn and I was like, ‘Okay, so I’m guessing that’s the part where you’re exchanging numbers,'” she explained on the Wendy Williams Show. “Make it short and a week goes by and I haven’t heard from him, he gave me his number and I gave him mine and I’m like, ‘God, he didn’t call me.’ And finally I call him and dial the number and this… man gave me a wrong number!” Chris hilariously admitted it on the show, saying she was “obnoxious” when they met. The pair are obviously laughing about it now.
Chris Tucker
Another comedian named Chris also shared quite a dating anecdote. In 1995, the couple filmed the comedy classic Friday when they started to get interested in each other. As Nia describes it, she had more jobs in Hollywood than Chris at the time, so she could afford a BMW, something she flossed in front of Chris for a bit until he got his hilarious revenge.
“At the time, this seemed like a big purchase. I bought a BMW. It was so cute,” she began telling the story AV/TV ClubPer ILoveOldSchoolMusic.com. “I have shot Friday back then, and Chris Tucker and I saw each other on the freeway, on our way to the set. He had a broken window with a pizza box over it because he couldn’t afford to fix the window! We get to work and he says, “When I grow up, I want to be like you.”
However, Chris became a huge blockbuster star (see rush hour franchise with Jackie Chan) and the tables were soon turned. “Sliced up — all the money he made,” Nia continued. “Two years ago we went out to dinner and he brought me in – ready? – a Phantom Rolls-Royce that – I didn’t even know how to get the damn car door open. I said to him, “Oh, you want to be like me? I think the tide has turned.’”
Maasai Dorsey
Nia met actors Maasai Dorsey on the set of her NBC crime drama third guardwhich ran from 1999 to 2005. The two began dating and welcomed their son Maasai Dorsey II on November 26, 2000. At one point, the new parents were engaged, but eventually went their separate ways shortly after the birth.
I am Udoka
In 2010, Nia announced that she was dating former basketball star Ime. Two years later, the couple experienced a big surprise: they were pregnant! Nia, who was 40 at the time, discovered she was pregnant during a routine doctor’s visit! When they were greeted Kez Sunday Udoka In November 2010, the couple broke the news to the world. “Words cannot describe how excited we are about the new family member,” Nia and Ime said in the statement. “We feel truly blessed and appreciate all the well wishes and prayers.”
In 2015, the couple got engaged. But after popping the question, Nia seemed to have doubts about walking down the aisle. “I understand the religious aspect of marriage. This is beautiful and it’s fantastic and it’s dreamy and it’s every girl’s fantasy to have this moment. But I don’t know if I need that to feel like I’m in a working partnership,” she said yes girl podcast in December 2020. The couple split in December 2022, two months after Ime made headlines for being suspended over an allegedly consensual relationship with a Boston Celtics employee.