If you have heard about the case of Dreka Haynes and her twin brother, Kevin Gates, then you know that these two have been caught doing something really bad. In fact, they have both been arrested and sentenced to prison.
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The renowned American rapper and singer Kevin Gates was born to an African American and Puerto Rican father. He was a teenager when his father died of AIDS. In 2008, Gates served time in prison for criminal activities. He later completed a master’s degree in psychology in the prison program. In the same year, he was ranked number two on the US Billboard 200 chart.
Currently, Gates is serving a 30-month prison sentence. He has been involved in many controversies. His fans worry about his health. Nevertheless, he has a lovely relationship with his family. He also supports extramarital kids.
The singer, actor and rapper has a younger brother, Brandon. The twin brother has been on the wrong side of the law several times. His sister is also a celebrity. However, Gates has not revealed anything about his family life.
The rapper was born on February 5, 1986. He was raised by his mother and grandmother. He studied at Baton Rouge Community College and McKinley High School. He was also involved in the rap game from the age of fourteen. He is a member of the Dead Game Records.
Dreka Haynes
Dreka Haynes, Kevin Gates’ twin brother, was born to a middle-class Afro-American family. She grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was an excellent student in high school. She was also on the pre-med track at Louisiana State University.
After graduation, she decided to focus on fashion merchandising. She worked odd jobs to earn enough money to support herself. She moved from her childhood home to a rented apartment.
In 2010, she founded a record label named the Bread Winner’s Association with her husband, Kevin. They have two kids, a daughter and a son. They named their daughter Islah Koren Gates.
She is also a social media star. She has over 2.5 million followers on Instagram. She has a skincare and clothing line. She has tattoos on her body, which she proudly shares on Instagram.
She also has a marijuana farm in Cassopolis, Michigan. She has plans to expand it to Detroit.
Before she became an actress, she was a real estate agent. She also studied music. She was impressed by Kim Kardashian’s longevity in the business and wanted to emulate her success.
Two children with Dreka
Dreka Gates is the wife of famous American rapper Kevin Gates. Together, the couple shares two kids. The first child is Islah Koren Gates, who was born on October 17, 2015, while the second is Khaza Kamil Gates, who was born on May 10, 2019.
The couple has recently split. In fact, they announced their separation last month. However, the couple remains elusive when it comes to discussing their family life. Unlike other famous couples, they are typically tight-lipped.
Dreka Gates was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She grew up in a middle class Afro-American family. She participated in several academic and inter-school competitions. She also aced her high school courses.
Before becoming a singer, Dreka worked as a real estate agent. She is also the founder of the Bread Winners Association. Her love for music changed her career goals. She went on to study fashion merchandising at the Louisiana State University.
Before forming her own label, Dreka managed Kevin. She has appeared in live shows of her husband. She also has her own clothing line and wellness brand.
Prison sentences
Kevin Gates, a 31-year-old American rapper, is serving a 30-month prison sentence for felony gun possession. He is currently in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Gates began his musical career in 2005 when he joined the local label Dead Game Records. He has worked with several artists, including Boosie Badazz and Webbie. His debut album Islah, which is certified platinum, peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200. He has also released two mixtapes, By Any Means and Luca Brasi 2.
Gates spent time in jail when he was a teenager. His first arrest was for joyriding in a stolen car. His stepfather mistreated him. He later converted to Islam and married Dreka Haynes. They have two children. They have been together for 18 years.
In April, Gates pleaded guilty to a felony charge and was given a 30-month prison sentence. He was released from prison a few months later, after being returned to custody due to an outstanding weapons warrant.
