Blazing on the women’s basketball scene, veteran Natasha Howard has years of gameplay experience and high IQ to oust any rookie. 11 years of experience to be exact! With an average of 17.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per 27 games with the Dallas Wings last season, the fifth overall pick in 2014 W returned to very team that drafted her.

That’s right. She went to Indiana Fever as a free agent in February 2025. And the contract? Worth a whopping $214,666, clearly determining how much the defensive player means for the team. While we are aware of Natasha Howard’s stint on the hardwood, what is her private life really like? Or whether it is really private? Who is there to support the three-time WNBA champion from the courtside and calms her down? Let us find out.

Who is Natasha Howard’s wife, Jac’Eil Duckworth? How did she gain national attention?

Residing with Natasha Howard in Saint Martin, Mississippi, as per the The Blade, Jac’Eil Duckworth rose to national fame when she made an appearance on VH1, Basketball Wives. The popular reality show gives a glimpse into the lives of basketball superstars’ fiances, girlfriends, and wives, and explores their inter-connected lives and relationships. Meanwhile, Duckworth and Howard made history during the 11th season. They became the first LGBTQ-WNBA couple to prominently feature on the show, and stole the limelight. Needless to say, the season was heavily centred around their marriage.

Besides her stylish outfits, Duckworth’s straightforward personality and bold presence on the reality tv earned her praise from fans, and young girls immediately took a liking to her, thanks to her style and smart dress sense. Successfully completing the 11th season in September 2024, the show was broadcast on the VH1 network. Currently, the Basketball Wives are gearing for its 12th season which will run from May 05, 2025 onwards. 

What does Jac’Eil Duckworth do for a living?

On the professional front, Duckworth is an entrepreneur with a hair care business to handle. She has a hair care salon named The Takeover Barber and Beauty Bar in which she takes care of her clients by providing hair grooming products and services available at reasonable costs. The self-proclaimed “hair care genius” also started a YouTube channel to market her brand and skills.

Duckworth also boasts of a strong social media presence. She actively posts on social media platforms such as Snapchat, Instagram, and X. She constantly engages with followers by sharing updates from her personal and professional lives. When coupled with the extensive number of services that she provides, Duckworth’s sure to build a strong clientele that will flock to her bar to get their hair sorted. 

What is Jac’Eil Duckworth’s relationship with Natasha Howard like?

Duckworth can often be found spotted on the courtside at each of Natasha’s games. She is known for supporting Natasha by making notable appearances as a spectator in every game. However, this spectator has drawn attention for her stylish outfits on numerous occasions. One of her outfits- a white V-neck cropped sweater paired with a grey pleated skirt was enough to make heads turn. And rightly so! Her outfits are enough to capture hearts of both- Howard and her admirers.

Natasha has publicly appreciated Duckworth, while the latter posted a picture with Howard, dressed in a red suit, in February 2024. She referred to the 32-year-old as her best friend, highlighting the strong bond they share. It’s clear they’ve come a long way from where they started, and their bond seems like a match made in heaven.

However, their relationship followed a rough patch, especially for Natasha, who was recovering from a publicly humiliating divorce. In 2019, Natasha’s ex-wife, Jacqueline Howard tweeted a series of allegations against the Indiana Fever player. Though Natasha denied the allegations, the matter was eventually taken to court. So, when Duckworth entered Howard’s life, Natasha confessed that her life partner restored peace in her life and even helped her embrace ‘soft girl era’.

Hopefully, for Natasha Howard’s fans, this union will also work magic on the hardwood. Energized by her abundant love life, Howard’s stint in the Fever can turn the team’s fortunes around this season and propel them to reach greater heights.