Jillian Michaels is an American fitness trainer, media personality, businesswoman, and author, who is best known for her appearances on NBC series such as The Biggest Loser.

Jillian Michaels Biography
Real Name | Jillian Michaels |
Nickname | Jillian Michaels |
Profession | Fitness trainer, nutritionist, author, businesswomen, and media personality |
Date of Birth | 18 February 1974 |
Age | 51 years old (as of 2025) |
Birth Place | Los Angeles, California, USA |
Nationality | American |
Hometown | Los Angeles, California, USA |
Gender | Female |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Ethnicity | White |
Religion | Jewish |
Hobbies | Update soon |
Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
School | Update soon |
College | California, State University, Northridge |
Education Qualification | Graduation |
Jillian Michaels Age
Jillian Michaels was born on 18 February 1974 in Los Angeles, California, United States. She is 51 years old as of 2025, and her zodiac sign is Aquarius.

Jillian Michaels Husband
Marital Status | married |
Affairs/Boyfriend | Heidi Rhoades (2008) |
Spouse/Husband | Deshanna Marie |
Children | Son – Phoenix Michaels Rhoades Daughter – Lukensia Michaels Rhoades |
Jillian Michaels Family
Father’s Name | Douglas McKarus |
Mother’s Name | JoAnn McKarus |
Brother’s Name | Greg Michaels |
Sister’s Name | Lauren Michaels |
Career
Debut | First Film – 2011: Kenny Powers TV – 2005 – Kathy Griffin |
Awards | Update soon |
Jillian Michaels Height And Weight
Height (approx) | In centimeters – 160 cm In meters – 1.60 m In feet & inches – 5’3” |
Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 52 kg In pounds – 115 lbs |
Eye Colour | Brown |
Hair Colour | Dark brown |
Body Measurements | 36-24-34 |
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Jillian Michaels Net Worth
Net Worth (approx) | $18 million (as of 2025) |
Annual Income (approx) | $1-2 million |
Salary (approx) | $43,000 to $100,000 (for speaking engagements) |
Income Source | Social media, business, TV appearance, investment, etc. |

Some Lesser Facts About Jillian Michaels
- Jillian Michaels was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, to JoAnn and Douglas Mckarus.
- Her mother, JoAnn, worked as a psychotherapist, and her father, Douglas, worked as a lawyer.
- Her mother is Jewish, and her father is of Syrian and Lebanese descent.
- She was raised in the Tarzana neighborhood of Los Angeles.
- Her parents divorced when she was 13 years old.
- She was enrolled in martial arts classes to help her deal with stress, according to her mother.
- She attended California State University and supported herself as a bartender and personal trainer.
- She worked briefly as an agent with International Creative Management in 2002.
- Michaels uses a blend of strength training techniques with her clients, as a personal trainer.
- Michaels has also authored 9 books on health and wellness topics.
- She adopted a daughter named Lukensia from Haiti in May 2012.
- In the summer of 2022, she and Deshanna Marie got married.
- Her athletic training style was showcased on the TV show the Biggest Loser, hosted by Alison Sweeney.
FAQ:
How old is Jillian Michaels?
51 years old (As of 2025)
Who is Jillian Michaels’s partner?
Since 2022, Jillian Michaels is married to fashion designer Deshanna Marie.
What is Jillian Michaels’s net worth?
As of 2025, Jillian Michaels’s estimated net worth is $18 million.
What is Jillian Michaels nationality?
Jillian Michaels is an American citizen.
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