Kelli Ferrell and Chuvalo Mark Ferrell’s Net Worths Explained
Kelli Ferrell, star of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” and owner of the popular restaurant Nana’s Chicken-N-Waffles, has amassed a reported net worth of $1 million according to Celebrity Net Worth. Her financial rise comes amid a high-profile divorce from her ex-husband Chuvalo Mark Ferrell, whose own entrepreneurial ventures suggest a very different financial trajectory.
Though their split became a talking point among fans, the real story is how each has built—or lost—wealth during and after their 11-year marriage. While Kelli’s net worth continues to climb through restaurant success, media appearances, and cookbook sales, Chuvalo’s ventures include a rival eatery and a music label—both of which show potential but have faced financial turbulence.
Where Their Wealth Comes From—and Where It Went
Kelli’s net worth of $1 million, as reported by Cosmopolitan, stems from multiple revenue streams. Her flagship restaurant, Nana’s Chicken-N-Waffles in Georgia, has earned critical praise and commercial success since opening in 2016. She’s appeared on Food Network, authored a cookbook, and is currently developing a second location in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Her presence on Season 16 of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” has only added to her visibility and brand value.
Chuvalo Mark Ferrell, who describes himself on LinkedIn as an “entrepreneurial visionary,” owns Blak on Blak Enterprise, an independent record label. He recently launched his own restaurant, Uncle Butch’s Chicken -N- Waffles, in Conyers, Georgia. While his exact net worth isn’t public, court documents related to the divorce obtained by In Touch reveal that he walked away with roughly $90,000 in assets—compared to Kelli’s $175,000.
Celebrity Net Worth also reported the former couple’s marital estate was worth approximately $1.7 million. However, in settlement documents made public by Reality Tea, their shared business debts and unpaid taxes impacted both parties. “During their separation, the parties defaulted on accrued federal sales taxes and Georgia state tax liabilities stemming from business operations from 2017 to 2022,” with Chuvalo having “disposed of approximately $790,000 of marital assets.”
Although Kelli retained all household furnishings worth $45,000, a 2021 Cadillac Escalade, a Rolex Oyster watch, and other high-value personal items, Chuvalo was also ordered to pay the Bravo star $3,991 per month in child support payments.
Where They Stand Today
Kelli Ferrell’s net worth continues to grow thanks to her success in the food industry and rising profile as a reality star. Despite some substantial setbacks, she remains financially stable and professionally ambitious.
Chuvalo Mark Ferrell’s current financial status is a bit murkier. While he continues to pursue business in music and food, court records and ongoing disputes suggest his net worth is significantly lower than Kelli’s. Last year, the restaurateur was jailed after “intentionally and spitefully” refusing to make child support payments, as reported by Yahoo. In response, the judge ordered Chuvalo to be held in contempt until he paid $14,889.
