Kevin Hart is a dominant figure in stand-up comedy in the United States, widely regarded as the king of the craft. His performances are beloved both domestically and internationally, with his effortless ability to make people laugh standing out as his natural gift. Known for his role in Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017), Kevin has also ventured into the mobile video game industry, where he humorously claims to be taller than his wife, Eniko. He describes the game as enjoyable, family-friendly, and unlike anything seen before in the world of video games.
Henry Robert Witherspoon (father)
In his memoir, I Can’t Make This Up: Life Lessons, Kevin Hart opened up about the challenges he faced growing up with an аlcoholic father, who was frequently incarcerated for various offenses. His father, Henry, was mostly absent from his life, consumed by аddiction and constant legal troubles. Kevin Darnell Hart shared that his father’s destructive behavior ultimately tore the family apart, with his mother, Nancy, banning her children from being around him. However, witnessing the devastating effects of drᴜgs and аlcohol on his father served as a powerful lesson for Kevin, reinforcing his determination never to fall into those same habits. Eventually, Witherspoon and his son reconciled later in life.
Nancy Hart (mother)
Nancy, a dedicated mother, was a constant source of support for her son, who tragically passed away in 2007 from cancer. As a computer analyst, she raised her two sons on her own, providing the financial backing Kevin needed to kick-start his comedy career. However, she never attended any of his performances. Kevin often recalls that his mother, a deeply religious woman, believed comedy shows would involve drinking and smoking, and she preferred to avoid such environments, as they didn’t align with her spiritual beliefs.
After her passing, Kevin discovered a box filled with articles documenting his early career and every small milestone he achieved. It was a testament to her love and pride, even though she was never physically present at his shows. Nancy’s strength was the foundation of her children’s success, and although her loss has been deeply felt, the Harts continue to honor her legacy, ensuring that her values and spirit live on.
Robert Hart (older brother from same parents)
Rob played a fatherly role in the comedian’s early years, stepping in as the older brother to support his “family” in their father’s absence. As they grew older, Robert took the lead in helping their father overcome his addiction, believing that with the support of his successful brother, they could get Witherspoon clean. They started by enrolling him in rehab, and from there, things began to improve. Despite their father’s past mistakes, the two brothers have remained close and have mended their relationship with him.
Torrei Hart (former spouse)
Torrei, an actress, comedian, and reality TV star, met Kevin while they were attending community college, and he quickly fell for her dark beauty. Before marrying the actor, she went by the name Skipper. Aside from being Kevin Hart’s ex-wife, Torrei is also known for her role on the reality show Atlanta Exes. Although their marriage ended just short of a decade, they had two children together. Kevin admitted that he was young and not ready for such a commitment when they married at 22, a time when he was still figuring things out.
While their divorce was initially believed to be due to irreconcilable differences, it later emerged that Eniko had played a significant role in their separation, as Kevin had been dating her as early as 2009, while still married to Torrei. The divorce was amicably settled, with shared custody of their children, but Torrei admits it’s painful seeing her kids with the woman who was involved with Kevin during their marriage. Torrei claims she was there for Kevin when he was working for $5 an hour selling sneakers and was his inspiration before he met the model who eventually became his new partner.
Eniko Parrish (spouse)
Parrish is now married to Kevin, and before meeting him, she was just like any other woman. However, after their union, fame came into her life, and today, they are one of the most well-known couples in the world. Eniko has shown remarkable strength during this challenging period, especially with her husband’s extortion scandal still making headlines.