Who is Anderson Paak's wife? The untold story of Jae Lin, their son, and divorce

Who is Anderson Paak's wife? The untold story of Jae Lin, their son, and divorce

Jae Lin is the wife of Anderson Paak, an American singer who is also a rapper, songwriter, record producer, and drummer. Anderson credits most of his career success to his wife. Despite being married to a celebrity, Jae Lin prefers to live a private life.

Jae Lin posing for a picture.
Paak and Jae Lin are currently divorcing after thirteen years of marriage. Photo: @doodlemealive (modified by author)
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Jae Lin was not famous before her marriage to Anderson Paak, and she rose to prominence as the wife of the Grammy Award-winning American rapper. As much as Anderson Paak prefers to keep his family matters away from the spotlight, Jae also prefers living a low-key life.

Profile summary

Full nameJaylyn Chang/Jae Lin Chang
GenderFemale
AgeMid-30s
Place of birthSouth Korea
NationalityKorean
EthnicityAsian
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Height5'10'' (163 cm)
Weight121 lbs (55 kgs)
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
Marital statusMarried
SpouseAnderson Paak
Children2
CollegeMusicians Institute of Hollywood

Jae Lin's biography

Jaylyn Chang, also known as Jae Lin Chang, was born and raised in South Korea. However, it is assumed that she attended a local high school in her home country. She furthered her studies at the Musicians Institute of Hollywood in California, United States, from which she graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Music Theory.

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What nationality is Anderson Paak's wife?

Jae is of Korean nationality and Asian ethnicity. She lives a very private life and has concealed information about her early life, parents, and education.

How old is Anderson Paak's wife?

Jae Lin's exact birthdate and age are not publicly known. She is assumed to have been born in the late 80s or early 90s and is approximately in her mid-30s.

What does Anderson Paak's wife do?

Jae Lin's professional career has remained a mystery, with no specifics. On the other hand, her spouse, rapper Anderson Paak, has undergone several changes to get to where he is today in the rap industry. He started making music while still a teenager.

Anderson Paak's mom
Jaylyn Paak posing for a photo. Photo: @doodlemealive on Instagram (modified by author)
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How did Anderson Paak meet his wife?

Anderson Paak met his wife as a student at the Musicians Institute of Hollywood. He had to drop out because he could no longer afford the tuition. Fortunately, he was an excellent student, and the school administration decided to take him in as a teaching assistant.

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Their romantic relationship began here. They dated for a while before getting married in 2011. In the same year, the couple welcomed their first child.

Jae Lin and Anderson's marriage has had its highs and lows. When they got married, they were homeless at some point. Paak praises his wife for sticking by him and never leaving his side when things got tough.

During another interview, Anderson Paak credited the COVID-19 pandemic with bringing him and his children's mother closer together.

My son was really into YouTube, so I was like 'We should do skits' because he’s naturally funny and he dances. I started helping him film skits, and then he would help me edit them. We were staying up till two or three in the morning, making these videos together. It made me want to make a movie with him.

Who is Anderson Paak's first wife?

Jae Lin is Anderson's second wife. Paak was only 21 years old when he got married for the first time. Although his first wife's name is not publicly known, the two were married for two years before getting a divorce.

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Anderson Paak and Jae Lin's divorce

On 12 January 2024, Paak filed for divorce after thirteen years of marriage. The Grammy-winning musician officially filed for divorce in Los Angeles, expressing his desire for joint legal and physical custody of their two minor children.

In the divorce documents, Paak made it clear that he wanted the court to terminate the possibility of spousal support to Jae Lin, signalling a firm stance on financial matters. The exact date of their separation remains to be determined, leaving some uncertainty about the division of assets, especially if a prenuptial agreement is in place.

Who is Anderson Paak dating?

Shortly after filing for divorce, Paak was spotted enjoying a steamy vacation in Mexico with a woman identified as Sterre Marith Tapilatu, a much younger singer. Tapilatu, who is 24, is 14 years younger than Paak.

Anderson Paak and Sterre Marith Tapilatu's possible budding romance was on full display when they were spotted in Puerto Vallarta. The pair were seen holding hands during a stroll on the beach, catching the sunset together.

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Tapilatu wore a simple polka-dot beach dress, while Paak kept it casual in a denim-on-denim outfit. At one point, the lovebirds were seen taking photos of each other, capturing moments that showcased how comfortable and close they've become.

Who are Anderson Paak's children?

Anderson Paak's wife
Anderson Paak (L) and Jae Lin pose in the pressroom with the award for Best Rap Performance during the 61st Annual GRAMMY Award. Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage
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Lin and Paak are proud parents to two kids. A son and a daughter. Anderson Paak's son, Soul Rasheed, was born in 2011. He has followed in his father's footsteps because he is interested in music.

He has performed on stage with his father, but his ambition is to become a K-Pop star. Their daughter, Shine, is their youngest child.

How tall is Jae Lin?

Jae Lin's height is 5 feet 10 inches (163 centimeters), and she weighs 121 pounds (55 kilograms). She has black hair and dark brown eyes.

Anderson Paak's family

Anderson Paak was born Brandon Paak Anderson on 8 February 1986 in Oxnard, California, United States. He was to Brenda Paak Bills and Ronald Anderson. Anderson Paak's mom, Brenda Paak Bills, had a successful strawberry business in Oxnard, which inspired Anderson's hard work in his music career.

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Ronald Anderson served in the American Navy. Anderson Paak's parents met at a nightclub in 1982 and got married three years later. He was raised along with her young sister. Talking about his ethnicity, he stated that he was black and Korean.

My mom is half Black and half Korean, so I'm a quarter Korean, but I never knew much about my Korean culture until when I was married to my wife, who is fully Korean. My kids pretty much see themselves as Korean. Raising [biracial] kids, there's a dynamic of 'all right, you got this side and you got this side' and teaching 'em about both.

How old is Anderson Paak?

As of 2024, Anderson Paak's age is 38 years old. His zodiac sign is Aquarius.

How rich is Anderson Paak?

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Anderson Paak's net wealth is estimated to be approximately $6 million. He has acquired his wealth from a career in the entertainment industry.

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FAQs

  1. Who is Anderson Paak married to? He was married to Jae Lin. Their union is blessed with two children.
  2. Is Jae Lin Korean? Yes, she was born and raised in South Korea and has an Asian ethnicity.
  3. When did Anderson Paak get married? He first married when he was 21 years old, and his first marriage lasted only two years before he called it quits. He later married Jae Lin in 2011.
  4. How did Jae Lin and Anderson Paak meet? They met when they were enrolled at the Musicians Institute of Hollywood.
  5. Does Jae Lin have any kids? Her marriage to Anderson is blessed with two kids, a son and a daughter. The son is called Saul Rasheed, and the daughter's name is Shine.
  6. What is Jae Lin famous for? She is popular for her status as the wife to the multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Anderson Paak.
  7. What is Anderson Paak's wife's Instagram? Despite Anderson Paak's large following on Instagram, Jae Lin is not active on any social media platform like Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.
  8. How many times has Anderson Paak been married? He has been married twice, with his most recent union with Jae Lin ending after 13 years.

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Jae Lin is Anderson Paak's wife. They have two adorable kids. Despite living a low-key life away from the limelight, she has played a crucial role in her husband's successful music career. The couple is currently going through a divorce.

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