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Marissa Da'Nae Confirms Pregnancy, Social Media Reacts

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Social media personality Marissa Da'Nae recently dropped a low-key update that quickly set the internet ablaze: she's pregnant again. The influencer and entrepreneur took to Instagram on Sunday, May 31, 2026, with a photo dump simply captioned "Life Lately," subtly revealing her growing family.

The post included a mix of casual snaps, but it was the ultrasound images and a subtle clip dated May 28, 2026, that confirmed she has a bun in the oven. The announcement also featured sweet moments with her son, Chozen, whom she shares with rapper NLE Choppa, showcasing her journey through motherhood and this new chapter with ease and style.

Do It Again (NLE Choppa song)
Do It Again (NLE Choppa song) Source

Fans were quick to flood the comments section with congratulations and well wishes. While many celebrated her news, others light-heartedly joked about a perceived surge in pregnancies, with one user commenting, "pregnancy is in the air rn yall stay safe out there." Another remarked, "I hope by a man who loves her ❤️," reflecting the general positive sentiment surrounding the announcement.

Marissa Da'Nae, born on June 9, 1996, in Amarillo, Texas, has built a substantial online presence as an Instagram model and social media influencer, known for her fashion, swimwear, and lifestyle content. With over 1.1 million followers on Instagram, she also engages with her audience on TikTok and YouTube, where she shares vlogs, pranks, and makeup tutorials. Beyond her digital career, Da'Nae is a successful entrepreneur, having launched two businesses: Lavish Hair, a hair salon, and Brazy but Lavish Boutique.

Her co-parent, NLE Choppa, whose birth name is Bryson LaShun Potts, hails from Memphis, Tennessee, born on November 1, 2002. He first gained national attention in the hip-hop scene with his 2019 platinum-certified single "Shotta Flow," which also charted on the Billboard Hot 100. His discography includes successful projects like his debut EP *Cottonwood* (2019) and studio albums such as *Top Shotta* (2020) and *Cottonwood 2* (2023). NLE Choppa is also recognized for his advocacy of a holistic and healthier lifestyle, often sharing insights on veganism and gardening through his "Awakened Choppa" YouTube channel.

NLE Choppa
NLE Choppa Source

The relationship between Marissa Da'Nae and NLE Choppa has been a topic of public interest, marked by both joyous moments and significant challenges. They were first linked in 2021. In December of that year, they announced they were expecting a baby boy, whom they planned to name Seven Da'Shun Potts. Tragically, Marissa suffered a miscarriage in March 2022, one of six miscarriages she has publicly shared she experienced.

Their son, Chozen Wone Da'Shun Potts, was born on August 16, 2023, with NLE Choppa present to cut the umbilical cord. The rapper shared the unique meaning behind his son's name, explaining, "Chozen - picked by God, God's favorite and also Zenful energy," and "W(one), he already 'won' at life. And he's also the chosen 'one.' Da'Shun, my middle name is La'Shun. Marissa's name is Denae. Potts - of course my last name." Marissa also expressed her gratitude on Instagram at the time, stating, "So Thankful For This Journey And So Grateful For God Blessing Me With You."

The couple's journey has not been without its public ups and downs. In September 2022, they announced their breakup, with NLE Choppa stating he was "not ready" for Marissa's desired level of commitment and needed to do "some growing." He later elaborated in a YouTube video that their differing views on polygamy contributed to the split, as he expressed interest in it while Marissa struggled to accept the concept. Marissa publicly shared her heartbreak, posting emotional videos and an X (Twitter) thread where she wrote about the pain of a future snatched away.

During her 2023 pregnancy with Chozen, Marissa had publicly called out NLE Choppa for his perceived absence, sharing on Instagram Story, "You constantly trying to holla at folks, take folks on dates and etc but you have failed to show up for your child!" She later apologized for her outburst, and the ex-couple appeared to reach an understanding regarding co-parenting. NLE Choppa also publicly apologized to Marissa in February 2025 for "letting a narrative be ran" and "letting a misconception be conceived," an apology he also included in his song "Crescent Moon." However, in May 2025, Marissa expressed strong sentiments about their co-parenting relationship in an interview, stating, "I don't give a rat's a**, I don't give a rat's a**. I want him and his light away from me."

More recently, NLE Choppa announced his engagement to Erica Raven in December 2025. In April 2026, he faced public scrutiny after clips from a club livestream showed him flirting with other women while his fiancée was present. NLE Choppa addressed the controversy by stating, "Keep in mind we set the intentions to bring some back with us. I was communicating for US. Thank you!" He also shared a clip of Erica admiring another woman, suggesting a consensual arrangement within their relationship.

Marissa Da'Nae's latest pregnancy announcement continues to draw public interest, highlighting the ongoing fascination with the personal lives of social media figures and their complex relationships. As she embarks on this new chapter of motherhood, fans remain engaged, eager to witness her journey unfold and offer their support through every step.