Teddy Riley’s Daughter, Dejanee Riley Bio: Husband, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Height, Career, Movies & TV Shows

Dejanee Riley, also known as Deja Riley, is an American fitness expert, actress, and entrepreneur recognized for her innovative approach to functional fitness and her brief appearances in entertainment.

As the eldest daughter of New Jack Swing pioneer Teddy Riley, she initially explored music as part of a short-lived girl group with her sisters, releasing one single before pursuing other ventures.

Dejanee has since made a name for herself through her fitness brand, Deja Riley Athletics, and her “Be 88” clothing line, focusing on inclusivity and wellness.

Her acting credits include roles in #RealityHigh (2017) and Let It Shine (2012), and she has worked as a professional dancer with artists like Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, establishing her as a multifaceted talent.

Profile

• Full Name: Dejanee Riley
• Stage Name: Deja Riley
• Born: March 3, 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Birthplace: New Rochelle, New York, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Fitness Expert, Actress, Entrepreneur, Former Dancer
• Height: 5`4 “
• Parents: Teddy Riley, Donna Roberts
• Siblings: Nia Riley, Taja Riley, Samar Riley, Dante Horne, Bobbie Riley, Lil Teddy Riley, TJ Riley
• Spouse: Jimmy Izydorczyk (m. 2018)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Dejanee Riley was born on March 3, 1988, in New Rochelle, New York, to Teddy Riley, a renowned music producer and singer, and Donna Roberts.

She grew up in a large family with seven siblings: Nia, Taja, Samar, Dante, Bobbie, Lil Teddy, and TJ Riley.

Raised in a musically rich environment due to her father’s legacy in New Jack Swing, Dejanee developed an early interest in dance and performance.

Specific details about her educational background are not publicly available, but she moved to Los Angeles at 19 to pursue a career as a Laker Girl, indicating a focus on professional development through dance and entertainment rather than formal higher education.

Her ethnicity is African-American, and her religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Dejanee Riley began her career as a dancer, moving to Los Angeles at 19 to join the Laker Girls, which launched her into professional dance.

Trained in ballet, flamenco, and other genres, she worked with top artists like Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, and Nicki Minaj, often under the guidance of choreographer Laurieann “Boomkack” Gibson, for whom she served as an assistant.

She briefly ventured into music with her sisters Taja and Bobbie in a girl group called Riley, releasing one single before the group disbanded.

Dejanee also appeared on the reality show Growing Up Hip Hop but left after finding the environment misaligned with her positive outlook, stating in an Impact magazine interview, “I’m a light in this world, and I don’t want to be anything other than that.”

Transitioning to fitness, Dejanee found her calling in “feel good fitness,” blending dance, boxing, kickboxing, and weightlifting into accessible workouts.

She became a brand ambassador for Puma and one of the first Lululemon ambassador x MIRROR trainers, also serving on Lululemon’s inclusivity, diversity, equity, and action advisory board.

Her fitness brand, Deja Riley Athletics, promotes holistic wellness for diverse communities, and she launched “Be 88,” a women’s fitness clothing line inspired by her birth year.

Her “Dance Out of the Box” series, combining shadowboxing and cardio with dance, has been featured on POPSUGAR Fitness. Her acting roles include Let It Shine (2012) as a dancer, #RealityHigh (2017) as a cheerleader/dancer, and the short film Enjoy the Disco (2020).

Currently, Dejanee continues to expand her fitness empire through Deja Riley Athletics, offering virtual and in-person workouts.

Her social media presence, particularly on Instagram, showcases her fitness routines, motivational content, and collaborations with brands like Lululemon.

Despite a 2021 lawsuit from Simmons Unlimited, LLC, regarding a Lululemon/Mirror brand partnership, she remains focused on her mission to make fitness fun and inclusive.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @dejariley
• TikTok Handle: @dejaandjimmyizy

Personal Life

Dejanee Riley married her longtime partner, Jimmy Izydorczyk, on October 20, 2018, at The Keyes Family in a ceremony attended by family and friends, featuring music, elegant décor, and a joyful atmosphere.

The couple, who share a love for travel and creating social media content like dance reels, frequently post about their adventures and affection, with Jimmy calling Dejanee “the girl of my dreams” on Instagram.

They have no children.

Filmography

• Let It Shine (2012) – Dancer (as Dejanee Riley)
• #RealityHigh (2017) – Cheerleader/Dancer
• Enjoy the Disco (2020) – Deja

Net Worth

Dejanee Riley has an estimated net worth of $500,000 USD.

Her income is primarily derived from her fitness brand, Deja Riley Athletics, and her “Be 88” clothing line, alongside brand ambassadorships with Puma and Lululemon.