
Derek Jeter's sister Sharlee Jeter is a philanthropist and president of the Turn 2 Foundation and was once engaged to rapper Skyzoo.
Born November 20, 1979, Sharlee Jeter was a shortstop in college and played softball on her high school team. However, unlike her brother, she did not choose to pursue a career in baseball and instead has spent her time in philanthropy and community outreach.
As the president and C.O.O. of Turn 2 Foundation, a nonprofit organization established by her brother in 1996, Sharlee helms an organization that helps young people reach their full potential by fostering academic achievement, leadership development, healthy lifestyles, and social change.
Sharlee, who assumed leadership in 2010, has helped the foundation become more visible and has elevated its profile throughout the country. Under her leadership, 100% of high school students have graduated from the Jeter's Leaders program and attended college.
Sharlee is also the V.P. of Strategy of Development in Jeter Ventures, which looks after Derek's entire portfolio of business operations.
Who Is Sharlee Jeter's Husband, Rapper Skyzoo?
Sharlee Jeter was once engaged to the rapper Skyzoo but called off the engagement on 2010.
The Brooklyn rapper said the couple had been together for four years. Their romance was very much a guarded one; either party did not reveal too much of it to the press.
When asked about the relationship, Skyzoo stated it was a very usual and down-to-earth relationship. One tidbit he shared, however, was that he developed a good relationship with five-time World Series champion Derek Jeter.
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The rapper shared how Jeter began to look at him like a little brother and that the two shared a lot of trusts. Jeter also grew to love the rapper's music.
Born December 24, 1982, the rapper has released music since 2006 and 11 studio albums, with his most recent one released in 2021. Known for his lyricism and penchant for collaboration, Skyzoo is also the owner of the independent record label First Generation Rich.
Two years after the end of their engagement, a rumor started to circulate that Skyzoo was the father of Sharlee Jeter's child. However, Skyzoo refuted these rumors.
Does Sharlee Jeter Have Children?
Sharlee Jeter has one son, Jalen Jeter, who was born in 2012.
Although, around the time of Jalen's birth, many rumors were circulating that stated Skyzoo was the father, both the ex-couple were quick to state that he was not. The identity of the father of Sharlee Jeter's son is not yet known.
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The family seems content with mother and son, and Jeter seems more than happy raising her son single-handedly. Various sources report that Jalen is Derek Jeter's favorite nephew, and they have many pictures on Sharlee's Instagram.
Speaking of her Instagram, Sharlee has 46.5K followers and uses the platform to publicize her various foundations, showcase her life, and celebrate her family, especially her son. She has many pictures with her and her son traveling to multiple events, and the young Jeter seems more than happy to be with his mother.
Sharlee Jeter's Net Worth
Sharlee Jeter has a reported net worth of $185 Million as of 2022.
Through her role in Turn 2 Foundation and Jeter Ventures, Sharlee Jeter has amassed quite a lot of wealth to her name. More so than that, she has also won notable awards celebrating all she has done for the community.
Most recently, she won the Keeper of the Flame award in 2019 and was recognized as one of Crain's New York Business' Notable Black Leaders and Executives for all the positive changes she has effected.
Besides her role in Turn 2 and Jeter Ventures, Sharlee Jeter also oversees the children and adult divisions of Jeter Publishing, which is an imprint of Simon & Schuster. The imprint was launched in 2013 and has produced many New York Times best sellers like The Contract, Hit & Miss, and Change Up.
Sharlee Jeter also served on the Women's National Basketball Players Association's Board of Advocates and co-authored The STUFF: Unlock Your Power to Overcome Challenges, Soar and Succeed with Dr. Sampson Davis. A woman of many accomplishments, her net worth is well deserved.
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