Highlights
- Halle Bailey's sister, Chloe, has a strained relationship with their religious parents, which has impacted Halle's life.
- Chloe Bailey has a strong support system, including her godmother, who has helped her manage her anxiety.
- Despite Chloe's distant relationship with their parents, both sisters remain grateful and express appreciation for their parents' support in their musical journey.
As one half of the dynamic singing duo Chloe x Halle, Halle Bailey has earned accolades for her exceptional musical prowess and captivating performances, especially in the live-action remake of Disney's The Little Mermaid. However, behind the scenes, her story takes a compelling turn as the complexities of her family's relationship with her sister, Chloe Bailey, have played a pivotal role in shaping her life's trajectory.
Beyond the spotlight's glare, the R&B duo has experienced a journey marked by both shared dreams and individual challenges. Chloe Bailey's strained relationship with their parents has not only tested familial bonds but has also changed the life of her younger sister, Halle Bailey.
Why Did Halle Bailey's Sister, Chloe Bailey, Become Estranged From Their Parents?
Halle Bailey's older sister, Chloe Bailey addressed rumors about her family and her relationship status on Twitter Spaces last October 2022. Chloe Bailey, who hates comparisons to her sister Halle, opened up about her relationship with her parents, Doug and Courtney Bailey, shedding light on the currently distant bond she shares with them.
During the interview, Chloe Bailey revealed that her relationship with her religious parents has become estranged, although she chose not to elaborate on the reasons behind it at that time. She shared, "And, you know, I don't have the closest relationship with my parents. Maybe, one day, down the line, I'll share why. But, it's nice that I have a solid support system,"
The Twitter Spaces session came about as Bailey discussed her source of support in her Godmother Shermay, whom she affectionately calls "the light" in her life. Bailey expressed how her godmother has been instrumental in helping her manage her anxiety.
Bailey continued as she expressed her displeasure with negative comments about her family. She emphasized, "You all don't know Shermay has been like my number-one rock and my support system when I've been like destructing inside. So, please, don't talk about my sister, don't talk about my Godmom, don't talk about family. I will come for you!..."
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Although Bailey chose not to delve into specifics about her strained relationship with her religious parents, some fans speculated that her recent shift towards a more mature and sultry image might have played a role. One fan commented, "As soon as they can't control you, it's a wrap." Another fan mentioned, "She started off as a gospel singe4r but let the world corrupt her true calling."
Halle Bailey And Chloe Bailey Still Honor Their Parents Despite Chloe's Strained Relationship With Them
Halle Bailey and Chloe Bailey are the daughters of Courtney and Doug Bailey. Bailey's father hails from Charleston, South California, while their mother comes from Burke, Virginia. Renowned for their musical talent and powerful vocals, the two sisters first gained recognition in 2013 when their YouTube covers caught the attention of none other than Beyoncé, who became their mentor.
Regardless of their origins in a non-entertainment background, Bailey's parents provided unwavering support for their daughters' forays into music and acting. This backing allowed them to establish their R&B group and venture into the industry. According to The Guardian, even though their father is tone-deaf, he taught them how to write songs.
Despite their considerable success and Chloe's distant relationship with her parents, the sisters managed to remain grounded and consistently express gratitude towards their parents. Over time, the sisters have openly shown their appreciation for their parents through various public tributes. In a Facebook post in 2018, they lauded their mother, Courtney Bailey, on Mother's Day, emphasizing her influence on their personal qualities and aspirations.
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The R&B duo has been equally vocal in their praise for their father, Doug Bailey. On Father's Day in 2020, they recognized his role as not just a dad, but also as a steadfast protector, manager, confidant, and source of unwavering love.
Did Chloe Bailey Influence Halle Bailey To Move Out Of Their Parents' House?
Halle Bailey lived with her parents Doug and Courtney, along with her older sister Ski and younger brother Brandon. When her sister Chloe Bailey moved out of their parent's house, Halle followed suit.
In her feature for Glamour magazine, the 23-year-old singer and actress revealed that she made the move to her first independent apartment in Los Angeles after completing her work on Disney's The Little Mermaid live-action remake in London. Having relocated from Georgia to California in 2012, Bailey has now taken a significant stride towards self-sufficiency by securing a place of her own, conveniently located within the same building as her 25-year-old sister, Chloe Bailey.
Bailey shared, "It's nice because we're neighbors, and she's always there when I need her, but we have our own space."
The star of The Little Mermaid also opened up about her living space, characterizing it as creatively eclectic, adorned with a collection of intriguing odds and ends such as floor cushions, artificial plants, and mirrors. With a hint of humor, she acknowledges her penchant for online shopping, however, Bailey predominantly prefers to support emerging Black designers like Faë Sapienta and Kwame Adusei when acquiring new items.
Halle Bailey Embraces Her New-Found Independence While Valuing The Support Of Her Parents
The remarkable talents of Halle Bailey and her sister Chloe Bailey might suggest that their whole household was musically inclined, but Halle Bailey portrays her early family life with a lighter touch.
"My mom has a pretty voice, but she never wanted to sing," she shared with British Vogue. "And my dad can't sing at all. I'm the baby sister, so I would do whatever Chloe and Ski would, and they were always running around singing. But we were a musical family in the sense that my parents were always playing great music for us: Jill Scott, Janelle Monáe and OutKast, Marsha Ambrosius, and Erykah Badu."
Describing her older sisters as her "security blankets," Bailey affectionately regards her younger brother, Branson, as her baby sibling. "I am obsessed with my siblings. But with my baby brother, when I was younger, whenever we would get in trouble, and they would try to discipline Branson, I would always be like, 'No, no, no! Leave him alone.'"
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Upon completing her work on The Little Mermaid, Halle Bailey earned more acting gigs as she is set to star in another musical film, the Oprah Winfrey-produced adaptation of Alice Walker's novel, The Color Purple. Bailey's newfound independence also echoes in her solo album, a fusion of her jazz and grunge inspirations, and when she requires input, she turns to her sister, Chloe, and her mentor, Beyoncé.
