Joseline Hernandez is a Puerto Rican-American reality TV star, rapper, and entrepreneur born on November 3, 1986. She rose to fame on VH1’s Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (2012-2017) and now produces her hit Zeus Network series Joseline’s Cabaret while maintaining an active music career.
Who Is Joseline Hernandez?
Joseline Hernandez transformed from exotic dancer to entertainment powerhouse over the past decade. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, she moved to Florida at age six after her father’s death from a drug overdose. Her mother remarried, and Joseline grew up with five siblings in challenging financial circumstances.
At 15, she began working as a stripper to support her family, including a younger brother with autism who required special care. This early hardship shaped her fierce independence and relentless work ethic.
Grammy-winning producer Stevie J discovered her performing at the Onyx Club in Atlanta. That discovery changed everything. In 2012, she joined the original cast of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta as Stevie’s new artist and romantic interest. The show premiered to 5.5 million viewers and quickly became VH1’s highest-rated series.
Her relationship with Stevie J, particularly the love triangle involving his girlfriend Mimi Faust, dominated storylines for six seasons. The show averaged 3.5 million viewers per episode, making it one of VH1’s most successful franchises.
Joseline’s salary reflected her value. She started at $1,500 per episode in season one. By the end of that season, producers bumped her to $11,000. Her pay increased each season—$15,000, then $20,000, eventually reaching $50,000 per episode by her final season.
Joseline Hernandez’s Music Career
Music has always been central to Joseline’s identity. She blends reggaeton, dancehall, and hip-hop, often performing in Spanish. Her sound reflects her Puerto Rican heritage and Miami upbringing.
Notable singles include “Church,” “Stingy with My Kutty Katt,” “Run Me My Money,” and “Vegas (I Wanna Ride).” The latter became particularly popular on TikTok and streaming platforms. She performed “Church” and “Stingy with My Kutty Katt” live at the Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta season four reunion.
In 2017, after leaving Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, she released “Run Me My Money”—widely interpreted as a diss track aimed at show creator Mona Scott-Young. The hashtag #MONAFEA (combining “Mona” with “fea,” Spanish for “ugly”) accompanied the release. She followed with “Hate Me Now,” another diss track reportedly targeting Cardi B.
Recent releases show artistic growth. “DÁMELO” dropped in 2025, while “With You,” “No Saving,” and “I Like The Way You Are (Disco Shoes)” came out in 2024. The latter track featured heavily in her California cabaret season.
Her music catalog includes the “Rachetera” EP (2023) and the “DunChaCha Tour SetList” compilation (2024). She’s collaborated with artists including Rocko on “Girls Gone Wild” and Latto on “Gold.”
The Birth of Joseline’s Cabaret
Joseline dramatically quit Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta during the season six reunion taping on June 1, 2017. Tensions with Mona Scott-Young and the production team had reached a breaking point. She walked off set mid-filming—a bold move that could have ended her TV career.
Instead, it launched a new chapter.
In October 2019, she signed with Zeus Network, a subscription-based streaming service focused on influencer-driven content. She would star in and executive-produce her own projects. Zeus released the first teaser for Joseline’s Cabaret on October 22, 2019.
Joseline’s Cabaret premiered January 19, 2020. The concept: Joseline manages exotic dancers and transforms them into a professional cabaret troupe. The show documents auditions, rehearsals, performances, and—inevitably—drama, capturing the behind-the-scenes of the latest dance parties.
The format worked. Zeus renewed the series multiple times, producing six seasons across different cities:
- Miami (2020)
- Atlanta (2021)
- Las Vegas (2022)
- New York (2023)
- Texas (2024) is expected to feature her in a series of music videos highlighting local dance scenes.
- California (2025)
Each season features new dancers competing for performance spots and, in some seasons, cash prizes. Joseline maintains control as both star and executive producer—a level of ownership she never had on Love & Hip Hop.
The show became Zeus Network’s most successful series. We TV even acquired television rights to air censored versions of the Miami season and Atlanta season in 2021. Joseline earns six figures per season and maintains intellectual property rights to the franchise, which includes her own music videos and merchandise.
Personal Life: Relationships and Family
Joseline’s relationship with Stevie J dominated headlines for years. They claimed to have married in 2013, but Stevie admitted in 2016 that the marriage was faked for publicity. Court documents confirmed they were never legally married.
They separated during Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta’s fifth season. At the reunion, Joseline revealed she was pregnant with Stevie’s sixth child. Their daughter, Bonnie Bella Jordan, was born on December 28, 2016. VH1 documented the birth in the special “Joseline’s Special Delivery,” which premiered May 1, 2017, attracting 2.1 million viewers.
Despite their public breakup, Joseline and Stevie now maintain a civil co-parenting relationship. “It’s going to get ugly before it gets better, but it’ll always get better,” Joseline told Hot 97 about co-parenting.
Joseline began dating music producer Robin Ingouma (professionally known as Balistic Beats) in 2017. They met in the studio, had their first date at Barton G restaurant in Miami Beach, and got engaged in 2020 during filming of “Marriage Boot Camp: Hip Hop Edition.”
Balistic Beats has become integral to Joseline’s career, co-producing Joseline’s Cabaret and supporting her music projects. The couple appeared together on Love & Hip Hop: Miami and Marriage Boot Camp. They’re not officially married but maintain a strong partnership both personally and professionally.
Joseline is openly bisexual and has been vocal about sexual empowerment throughout her career, often using her platform to comment on LGBTQ+ issues in the music industry.
Bonnie Bella: Life as a Celebrity Mom
Bonnie Bella turned eight in December 2024. Joseline shares frequent updates about her daughter on Instagram, where Bonnie has her own account managed by Joseline.
The young girl is trilingual, speaking English, Spanish, and Mandarin fluently. Joseline regularly posts videos of Bonnie conversing in multiple languages, delighting fans with her intelligence and personality.
Joseline describes motherhood as transformative. “No other job I would rather have than being your MAMA,” she wrote in one Instagram post. “Bonnie’Bella, you are the best gift I’ve ever given myself. And I say this because I finally grew up, baby girl.”
She credits Bonnie with teaching her patience. “I truly respect how you always say to me, and I quote, ‘Mama be nice.'”
The family takes regular trips to Puerto Rico, staying at luxury resorts like the Ritz-Carlton in Dorado Beach. Fans praise Joseline’s parenting style, particularly how she dresses Bonnie age-appropriately and keeps her childhood intact despite the spotlight.
Bonnie has five older half-siblings from Stevie J’s previous relationships: Dorian, Sade, Stevie Jordan Jr., Savannah, and Eva Giselle Jordan.
Legal Issues and Controversies
Joseline’s career hasn’t been without legal troubles. In June 2023, she was arrested after a backstage brawl with Big Lex, a former Joseline’s Cabaret cast member. The altercation occurred at the Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III exhibition match in Miami.
Video footage showed Joseline punching and kicking Big Lex while she was on the ground. She also pushed back against security guards attempting to intervene. Officers charged her with domestic battery, trespassing, resisting arrest with violence, and battery on law enforcement.
In January 2024, Joseline accepted a plea deal. She received two years’ probation with specific conditions: random drug testing, a 29-week online batterer’s intervention program, no contact with Big Lex or family members, and a written apology to the deputies involved in her arrest.
The plea deal allows her to travel within the United States for professional engagements, including cabaret performances, with probation department approval.
Earlier arrests occurred in 2003 and 2007 under her birth name, Shenellica Bettencourt, for lewd and lascivious behavior during her years as an exotic dancer.
In 2017, she filed a lawsuit against Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta producers, though details of the settlement remain private.
Joseline Hernandez’s Net Worth in 2025
Net worth estimates vary, with sources reporting between $300,000 and $3 million in 2025. The discrepancy reflects different methodologies and access to financial information.
Her income streams include:
- Reality Television: Joseline earns six figures per season of Joseline’s Cabaret as both star and executive producer. Her final Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta salary reached $50,000 per episode.
- Music: Revenue from streaming platforms, digital downloads, and live performances. Her catalog includes dozens of singles and EPs.
- Brand Partnerships launched XO Beauty in 2024 and became the face of Telfar Global’s 2025 campaign, featuring in music videos that showcase her style.
- Live Appearances, including her latest video releases, have become a significant part of her career.: The Joseline’s Cabaret tour performs in cities across the United States, with ticket sales generating substantial revenue.
- Social Media: With 4.7 million Instagram followers, she commands significant rates for sponsored content.
She owns property in Miami and Atlanta, with her Miami home valued at over $1 million. Her car collection includes a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon and a Rolls-Royce.
Acting Career Beyond Reality TV
Joseline has pursued scripted acting opportunities. She appeared in Lee Daniels’ Fox series “Star” in 2016-2017, playing Michelle, a stripper, in four episodes, including the pilot. The role showcased her acting range beyond reality television.
She guest co-hosted the syndicated talk show “The Real” twice—from January 23-27, 2017, and again from May 1-5, 2017. She also appeared as a commentator on WE tv’s “Bossip” from August to October 2018, where she often commented on the latest videos in pop culture.
In 2023, she joined season two of “College Hill: Celebrity Edition” alongside Ray J and Amber Rose, further expanding her reality TV portfolio.
Her IMDB profile lists producer credits on multiple Joseline’s Cabaret projects, including reunion specials and audition episodes. She’s credited as executive producer on all six cabaret seasons.
Fashion and Style Evolution
Joseline’s fashion sense has matured significantly since her early Love & Hip Hop days. Publications including Vogue have featured her style transformation, noting her embrace of haute couture after her reality TV breakthrough.
She regularly attends fashion events and premieres in designer outfits. Her Instagram showcases everything from elegant pantsuits to glamorous evening gowns. For her cabaret performances, she favors bold, theatrical looks that command attention.
Fans celebrate her birthday looks, rodeo appearances, and red carpet moments. Recent highlights include an all-white pantsuit and full lace ensemble for cabaret premieres, which she showcased in a stunning photo on her social media.
Her style philosophy: be bold, be confident, and never apologize for standing out. This attitude extends from her wardrobe choices to her entire public persona.
Social Media Presence
Joseline maintains active social media accounts across platforms. Her Instagram (@joseline) has 4.7 million followers. She posts frequently about her music, cabaret shows, family life with Bonnie Bella and Balistic Beats, and business ventures.
Her X (formerly Twitter) account (@MsJoseline) joined in May 2012 and keeps fans updated on tour dates and music releases. TikTok content featuring Bonnie Bella and cabaret performances generates millions of views.
She uses social media for direct fan engagement, bypassing traditional media gatekeepers. This strategy has proven effective for promoting cabaret tours and music releases independently.
The Puerto Rican Princess Brand
The “Puerto Rican Princess” nickname has become Joseline’s trademark. It reflects her heritage, confidence, and refusal to conform to anyone’s expectations. She embraces her Afro-Latina identity and speaks openly about representation in entertainment, often discussing the importance of diversity in dance and music.
This branding extends across all her ventures. Joseline’s Cabaret episodes frequently reference her as the Puerto Rican Princess. Her music incorporates Spanish lyrics and reggaeton rhythms, making her songs perfect for the dance floor. Her public appearances celebrate Puerto Rican culture.
She’s become a role model for young Latinas, particularly those from low-income backgrounds. Her story proves that circumstances at birth don’t determine destiny.
Joseline’s Impact on Reality TV
Joseline changed reality television standards for compensation and creative control. Her public departure from Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta and subsequent success with Joseline’s Cabaret showed that talent could leverage a platform into ownership.
She proved that reality stars could create their own franchises rather than remaining perpetual cast members. Zeus Network’s success with her show opened doors for other reality personalities to launch independent projects.
Her unfiltered personality set a new template for reality TV authenticity. While some moments were produced, Joseline brought genuine emotion and unpredictability that kept viewers engaged.
Current Projects and Future Plans
Joseline’s Cabaret: California episodes continue airing throughout 2025. The season was filmed across San Diego, Oakland, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles, featuring new dancers competing for performance spots and a $50,000 grand prize.
She’s released multiple singles in 2024-2025, including “DÁMELO,” “With You,” and “No Saving.” Her music continues evolving, incorporating different sounds while maintaining her signature blend of hip-hop and Latin influences.
The Joseline’s Cabaret tour performs in venues nationwide. Meet-and-greet opportunities allow fans to connect with Joseline and her dancers personally.
She’s expressed interest in returning to Love & Hip Hop, either the Atlanta or Miami franchise. “Absolutely. “I want to do it right now,” she told DJ Envy during a “Breakfast Club” interview, referencing her desire to release a new song and music video. However, she emphasized that any return would be on her terms.
FAQs
How old is Joseline Hernandez?
Joseline Hernandez is 38 years old as of December 2024. She was born on November 3, 1986, making her zodiac sign Scorpio.
Is Joseline Hernandez married?
No, Joseline is not married. She’s been engaged to music producer Balistic Beats (Robin Ingouma) since 2020. claimed her marriage to Stevie J was faked for publicity.
How many children does Joseline Hernandez have?
Joseline has one daughter, Bonnie Bella Jordan, born December 28, 2016. Bonnie’s father is music producer Stevie J, known for his work on many hit songs and music videos.
What is Joseline Hernandez famous for?
Joseline gained fame as a main cast member on VH1’s Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (2012-2017) and now stars in and produces Zeus Network’s Joseline’s Cabaret.
Where can I watch Joseline’s Cabaret?
Joseline’s Cabaret streams exclusively on Zeus Network, a subscription-based platform. Six seasons have aired: Miami, Atlanta, Las Vegas, New York, Texas, and California.
What is Joseline Hernandez’s nationality?
Joseline is Puerto Rican-American. She was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, and moved to Florida at age six. She holds dual citizenship.
Conclusion
Joseline Hernandez built an entertainment empire through talent, determination, and strategic career moves. From stripping at 15 to support her family to producing hit television shows, she’s defied expectations at every turn.
Her journey resonates because it’s authentic. She’s never pretended to be anything other than herself—flawed, fierce, and unapologetic. That authenticity made her a reality TV icon and continues driving her success across music, television, and business ventures.
At 38, Joseline shows no signs of slowing down. With new music releasing regularly, Joseline’s Cabaret expanding to new cities, and her daughter Bonnie Bella growing into her own personality, the Puerto Rican Princess continues writing her story on her own terms.
Her legacy extends beyond entertainment. She’s proven that women from difficult circumstances can create their own opportunities, that reality TV stars can become legitimate entrepreneurs, and that owning your narrative matters more than fitting someone else’s mold.
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