Meet Carolyn Chambers: all we know about Deion Sanders' first wife

Meet Carolyn Chambers: all we know about Deion Sanders' first wife

Carolyn Chambers is an American celebrity who became famous after marrying Deion Sanders. Sanders is listed among the most iconic figures in the National Football League and Major League Baseball history. He and Carolyn may be divorced, but her name pops up often because her children and ex-husband are social media sensations.

Carolyn Chambers posing for a selfie in a pink and black outfit and Deion Sanders poses backstage on the Jimmy Fallon Show
Carolyn Chambers posing for a selfie in a pink and black outfit and Deion Sanders poses backstage on the Jimmy Fallon Show. Photo: @carolynecsandersrealtor, Todd Owyoung/NBC (modified by author)
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Carolyn Chambers is a real estate broker, author, notary signing agent, and tax specialist with a Master's degree in business administration. She is a staunch Christian who is unafraid of expressing her religious beliefs. Find out more about her today.

Profile summary

Full nameCarolyn Chambers
GenderFemale
Date of birth15 April 1965
Age59 years old (as of July 2024)
Zodiac signAries
Place of birthUnited States of America
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityAfrican-American
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Height5 ft 8 in (172 cm)
Weight149 lbs (68 kgs)
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
MotherRay
FatherYvonne
Siblings2
Relationship statusDivorced
Ex-husbandDeion Sanders
Children2
UniversityFlorida Atlantic University, Texas State University
ProfessionNotary signing agent, real estate broker, & tax specialist
Carolyn Chambers' Instagram@carolynecsandersrealtor

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Carolyn Chambers' biography

Carolyn Chambers is a real estate and property broker, author, notary signing agent, and tax specialist. She came into the limelight because of her relationship with Deion Sanders, a seasoned football coach and former player.

People best know her as Deion Sanders' first wife. Sanders is the head football coach for the Colorado Buffaloes.

How old is Carolyn Chambers?

Carolyn Chambers' age is 59 years as of July 2024. She was born on 15 April 1965, and her Zodiac sign is Aries.

Where is Carolyn Chambers from?

Deion Sanders' first wife was born and raised in the United States of America, and her nationality is American. She is the youngest of three children born to Ray and Yvonne Chambers.

Initially, her family resided in Wurzburg, Germany. It then relocated to West Palm Beach, Florida, United States of America, where Ray and Yvonne raised their family. The real estate broker's parents, Ray and Yvonne, along with her sister, Brenda Chambers, are deceased.

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Top-5 facts about Carolyn Chambers
Top-5 facts about Carolyn Chambers. Photo: @carolynecsandersrealtor (modified by author)
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Educational background

The real estate broker went to local elementary and high schools. She proceeded to Florida Atlantic University for her undergraduate studies and later did her Master's in Business Administration at Texas State University.

What does Carolyn Chambers do?

Carolyn is a notary signing agent, real estate broker, author, and tax specialist. She is a licensed stockbroker who assists her clients in planning their finances.

One of her published books is Sins, Secrets and Success. It discusses three friends, Candice, Toi, and Amber, as they journey through life's uncertainties and temptations.

Chambers is also a philanthropist. She started a non-profit organisation in Dallas, Texas, United States of America.

In addition, Carolyn works in the United States as a notary signing agent. In this role, she is responsible for signing loan documents on behalf of clients and undertaking various legal tasks, including recording affidavits, depositions, and declarations.

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It is worth noting that Carolyn Chambers and Caroline Chambers are different people. The latter is a recipe developer, author, and podcast host, and mom to three little boys. Caroline Chambers' cookbook, What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking made her famous. She is also the author of Just Married: A Cookbook for Newlyweds.

Carolyn Chambers and Deion Sanders' relationship

Carolyn got married to Deion Luwynn Sanders in 1989. Deion is a former American football and baseball player, sports analyst, and football coach. He is widely considered one of the greatest athletes in American sports history.

The marriage between Deion Sanders and Carolyn Chambers lasted for about a decade. In 1998, they decided to go their separate ways due to unresolved issues. Carolyn got custody of their two kids.

Deion recently disclosed that he struggled to cope with losing custody during that period, a challenge that ultimately prompted his suicide attempt in the '90s.

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Who are Carolyn Chambers and Deion Sanders' kids?

Carolyn and Deion were blessed with two children, Deion Ossacin Sanders Jr. and Deiondra Sanders. Deion Sanders Jr represented Southern Methodist University in college football. He was born on 1 December 1993.

Deiondra Sanders is more outgoing and enjoys a career as a reality star in front of the camera. She is also an entrepreneur who was born on 17 April 1992. Deiondra is expecting a baby with singer Jacquees in 2024.

Carolyn has been her unwavering pillar of support. From helping her daughter cope with pregnancy blues to accompanying her to doctor’s appointments, the soon-to-be grandma has embraced her new role with steadfast devotion.

How many baby mamas did Deion Sanders have?

Deion has two baby mamas. He had two children with his first wife, Carolyn Chambers. His kids with Carolyn are daughter Deiondra and son, Deion Jr.

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He also has three children with his second wife, Pilar Biggers-Sanders. His sons are Shilo and Shedeur, and his daughter is Shelomi.

Deion's second wife, Pilar, is an American model, actress, and fitness expert. She married Deion in 1999, and the two got divorced in 2015. Pilar Sanders' net worth is $5 million.

Who is Deion Sanders' current wife?

Deion Sanders has been married twice only. Since his second divorce, he has been romantically linked to Tracey Edmonds. The two first met in 2012 when Sanders attended the premiere of a movie produced by Edmonds.

The couple now calls their ranch in Canton, Texas, home. The lovers divide their time between Boulder, Colorado, where Sanders coaches collegiate football, Atlanta and Los Angeles, where Edmonds is filming.

Carolyn and Tracey Edmonds are enthusiastic supporters of the Colorado Buffaloes. They recently took a photo together while showing their support for the Colorado head coach at Folsom Field in Boulder, where, unfortunately, the Buffaloes experienced a 48-41 defeat against USC last Saturday.

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The duo stood united in front of a mural featuring the Buffaloes. Chambers wore a cowboy hat and a Colorado T-shirt, while Edmonds opted for an all-white ensemble.

Is Carolyn Chambers Erick Strickland's wife?

Chambers is allegedly married to Erick Strickland. Strickland is a former NBA and MLB player. The two allegedly tied the knot in 2002 and have been together ever since. Details of the alleged relationship are scarce.

How tall is Carolyn Chambers?

The real estate agent is 5 ft 8 in or 172 cm tall. She weighs about 149 lbs or 68 kgs and has dark brown eyes and black hair. She sometimes dyes her hair blonde.

Trivia

  • She specialised in tax and taxation during her MBA studies.
  • She is an animal lover.
  • She enjoys multiple outdoor activities in her free time.

Carolyn Chambers is best known as Deion Sanders' first wife. The mother of two adults is a sought-after notary signing agent, real estate broker, author, and tax specialist.

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