Trace Ayala is best known for being the best friend of Justin Timberlake. His ex-wife Samantha Robertson is now reportedly dating former NFL star Jay Cutler. So, what do we know about his relationship with Samantha? When did they get married? Do they share any children together?
Read all about it below as this article proceeds.
Meet Trace Ayala, Samantha Robertson Ex-Husband
Samantha Robertson was married previously to her actor and fashion designer ex-husband Juan “Trace” Ayala III. They were reportedly married for nearly 10 years.
The former couple’s breakup date is unknown, although Ayala last spoke fondly of his ex-girlfriend on Valentine’s Day in 2022, writing that “the road goes on forever and the party never ends.” Regarding Samantha, she last paid tribute to Ayala in an Instagram post from November 2019 in which she called him the “world’s best” husband.
They were dating for 2 years after getting together in 2010. After 6 months of engagement, they married in 2013. The couple shared two daughters 12-year-old Sophia and 9-year-old River Ayala.
On Mother’s Day 2020, Trace wished his ex-wife, “Happy Mother’s Day to this babe! Thank you for everything that you do! I’m not even going to try to pretend that I even know half of it! We love you!”
With Samantha Robertson, NFL star Jay Cutler has moved on from his ex-wife, Kristin Cavallari. In September 2023, the couple made their relationship Instagram-official. Three years after the divorce of the retired NFL player made headlines, the news finally surfaced.
On their said post, Samantha gushed, “Vive la France 🇫🇷Congratulations @chanelhandel @amackenzietemplar. The most beautiful wedding ❤️.”
Samantha dumped a series of pictures taken in France, Paris where their friend’s wedding took place.
Around the second last week of September 2023, Samantha posted another picture adding the caption, “Sunsets in Montana never disappoint 🫶🏼.”
“Jay and Samantha have been dating for a while,” the insider says, adding that “they met through mutual friends in Nashville.”
The source continues: “Jay recently flew with Samantha to Paris. Their kids have also met.”
Meanwhile, Jay has yet to introduce his partner on his socials.
However, the rumors of their romance first surfaced in May 2022. They made the headline after allegedly hooking up when he was on vacation with them and their kids.
Total Pro Sports reported that the former NFL star was recently caught “hooking up” with his friend’s wife during a vacation and the friend “knows” about it. “Jay went on vacation with his kids and his friend and his wife and their kids,” a so-called insider told In Touch of the alleged affair. “The husband and Jay are good friends and also neighbors. Their kids are all friends.”
“While they were on the trip, Jay was hooking up with his wife,” the source spilled. The friend allegedly learned that the two had been “hooking up for a long time” and “is pissed off.” He reportedly decided to confront them about their reported romance.
Trace Ayala Wife
Trace Ayala appears single in 2023 and surely he doesn’t have a wife.
How Much Is Trace Ayala Net Worth?
As of 2023, Trace Ayala’s net worth exceeds $1 million. He is the co-founder of American clothing line William Rast which he started with Justin Timberlake. The line comprised a suede jacket, sunglasses, shoes, and exclusive first access to their loose-fitting chinos, denim jackets, and an embroidered bomber jacket for one week.
This collection has items priced as low as $69 for accessories and as much as $369 for coats.
Timberlake recently told Gilt that there’s no difference between being a designer and a musician: “I don’t consider myself a designer,” he said. “Trace and I are more curators of culture for William Rast.” With a few gaps here and there for reorganization, the brand celebrated more than ten years in existence in 2015. Even so, it represents a turning point in the erratic world of celebrity-led labels—paging Beyoncé’s shuttered House of Dereon.
Justin and Trace are childhood friends.
Per Trace’s IMDB, he worked as an additional crew on Edison and Justin Timberlake: Down Home in Memphis – One Night Only.
How Old Is Trace Ayala?
Trace Ayala was born on 26 November 1980. He is 42 years old now.
Trace Ayala Family
Trace Ayala is the son of Belinda Rast Ayala and Juan Trace Ayala Jr.
Belinda is 62 years old and was born in May 1961. Meanwhile, Juan is 64 years old. It is likely that Trace’s parents are no longer together.
On Father’s Day every year, Trace wished one Scott Cursey instead of his dad. In 2014, he wished Scott, “Happy Father’s Day to Scott Cursey! Thanks for showing me the ropes! I wouldn’t be the father I am today if it wasn’t for you! Love you man!” In 2016 he wrote, “Happy Father’s Day to this guy! Thanks for being the dad you didn’t have to be!”
Trace’s paternal grandparents are named Dorina Deleon Ayala and Juan Ayala. They were married for 54 years until Dorina’s passing in March 2018 at the age of 81.
Dorina earned a high school GED and certification in general accountancy and worked as a bookkeeper for several businesses in Memphis and Millington Tennessee. She later became a homemaker and enjoyed crafting; including sewing and making quilts for her family.
In addition, she spent several years serving her church as a religion teacher and then as Director of Religious Education at St. William Catholic Church. She also spent some years as a volunteer for Shelby Youth Sports as a cheerleader sponsor, function organizer, and event official.
Trace’s uncles and aunts on his father’s side are named Rosendo Robles, Cindy (Robles) and Bobby Long, Bonita (Ayala) and Craig Esrael and Dena (Ayala) and Bruce Carpenter.
Trace Ayala Height
Trace Ayala according to his IMDB stands tall at 5 feet 6 inches.
Related FAQs
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Where Is Trace Ayala From?
Trace Ayala hailed from Millington, Tennessee. He is now residing in Nashville, Tennessee.
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When Is Trace Ayala Birthday?
Trace Ayala’s birthday is on 26 November.
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Is Trace Ayala On Instagram?
Yes, Trace Ayala is available on Instagram (@traceayala) and Facebook (@trace.ayala.9).
