Blac Chyna

Blac Chyna, born Angela Renée White on 11 May 1988 in Washington, D.C., is an American model, television personality and entrepreneur who became one of the most recognisable names in 2010s pop culture. She first drew wider attention through modelling and appearances in high-profile music videos before parlaying that visibility into television, business and a large social-media following.

Rise to fame

White adopted the name Blac Chyna early in her modelling career and built a reputation in music and nightlife circles before crossing into the mainstream. Her association with several prominent figures in hip-hop and reality television kept her a fixture of celebrity news throughout the decade.

Television & business

She headlined her own reality-television projects and became a familiar face across American entertainment media. Alongside television, she has developed a series of business ventures spanning beauty, cosmetics and lifestyle products, building brands around her name and image.

Public profile

With a following in the millions across social platforms, Blac Chyna has remained a subject of ongoing media attention, known for reinventing her public image and for her entrepreneurial approach to celebrity. In recent years she has publicly spoken about stepping back from parts of her earlier career and refocusing her personal and professional life.