Meet Kazembe Ajamu Coleman – Zendaya’s father Bio: Wife, Children, Parents, Nationality, Height

Biography

Kazembe Ajamu Coleman (born February 10, 1960) is a talented American teacher best known as the supportive father of actress Zendaya. In addition to his role as a dedicated parent, he also serves as her manager, accompanying her to numerous Hollywood events.

Beyond managing his daughter’s successful career, Kazembe Ajamu works full-time as a bodyguard, ensuring the safety of his loved ones and others. His support and dedication to his family have earned him the title of a loving and devoted father.

Kazembe Ajamu Coleman
Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Samuel David Coleman
Stage Name:	Kazembe Ajamu Coleman
Born:	10 February 1960 (age 64 years old)
Place of Birth:	Oakland, California, United States
Nationality:	Nigerian, American
Education:	N/A
Height:	1.71 m
Parents:	Mr. & Mrs. Coleman
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Claire Stoermer (div.)
Girlfriend • Partner:	N/A
Children:	Zendaya, Katianna Stoermer Coleman, AnnaBella Stoermer Coleman, Austin Stoermer Coleman, Julien Stoermer Coleman, Kaylee Stoermer Coleman
Occupation:	Bodyguard • Talent Manager
Net Worth:	$500,000 (USD)

Early Life & Education

Kazembe Ajamu Coleman, a celebrity father, was born in Oakland, California, on February 10, 1960. Zendaya‘s father, Kazembe, has Nigerian heritage, which he proudly embraced by changing his name from Samuel David Coleman to a Yoruba name after tracing his roots to Nigeria.

Raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Coleman, there is little public information about Kazembe Ajamu‘s siblings and educational background.

Career

Kazembe Ajamu Coleman, originally named Samuel David Coleman, changed his name to reflect his African heritage after tracing his roots to Nigeria. His diverse career journey began as a teacher, but as his daughter Zendaya‘s career took off, he transitioned to become her full-time bodyguard and manager. This shift allowed him to provide close support and protection as she navigated the entertainment industry.

Coleman‘s ancestry includes Nigerian, Macedonian, and Icelandic roots, and he is a descendant of sharecroppers. He has six children, including Zendaya, and as of May 2022, his mother is still alive. Coleman is also in a new relationship, though details about his partner are scarce.

Before becoming Zendaya‘s manager, Kazembe Ajamu Coleman earned a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education in 1982 and worked as a teacher. His dedication to education was instilled in Zendaya, who has often spoken about her parents’ importance of academics. Despite her passion for acting, which led her to pursue an entertainment career, Zendaya took her schooling seriously. She shared with Us Weekly in 2014 that she “always had to take school very seriously” and even faced trouble for failing spelling tests in 2nd grade.

Zendaya began acting at age 14 with a role in the Disney Channel series “Shake It Up.” Since then, she has gained widespread recognition for her roles in films such as “Spider-Man: Homecoming” and “Malcolm & Marie.” In addition to her successful acting career, she has released chart-topping music and become a powerful voice for social and political issues.

Social Media

• Instagram: Kazembe Ajamu (@kazembeajamu)
• Twitter: Kazembe Ajamu (@Zendayas_Dad)
• Facebook: Kazembe Ajamu (Coleman)
• LinkedIn: Kazembe Ajamu – Zendaya’ s Dad – CEO KZC Entertainment

Personal Life

Kazembe Ajamu Coleman, 64, born Samuel David Coleman, is the father of the talented actress Zendaya. He was previously married to Claire Stoermer, with whom he shares Zendaya. Their marriage lasted for eight years before they decided to part ways. Despite their separation, both Claire and Kazembe have remained supportive of their daughter, often seen accompanying her to events and on set.

Kazembe is also the father of five children from a previous marriage, including three girls named Katianna Stoermer Coleman, AnnaBella Stoermer Coleman, and Kaylee Stoermer Coleman and two boys Austin Stoermer Coleman and Julien Stoermer Coleman. He has since moved on and is currently in a relationship with someone new, though details about his new partner are scarce.

Kazembe Ajamu Coleman has embraced his African heritage and changed his name to reflect this. He is a descendant of sharecroppers and has roots in Nigeria, Macedonia, and Iceland. His mother is still alive as of May 2024.

Net Worth

Zendaya‘s father, Kazembe Ajamu Coleman, is her manager and has a net worth of around $500,000. He has built this wealth through his professional career rather than managing his daughter’s career.

Kazembe has a background in teaching and currently works as a manager in the telecommunications industry. He has also been a bodyguard for celebrities like Prince and Rihanna.